Who is the best candidate for an acne scar treatment?
Candidates for acne scar treatment are in good physical health and have realistic expectations for the improvement of acne scarring. The Fraxel laser is ideal for patients with mild to moderate acne scarring. Individuals with more severe acne scarring may better benefit from a combination of chemical peeling and dermabrasion. A private patient consultation with Dr. Buckingham is the best way to determine which acne scar treatment is right for you. Q – What is the Fraxel laser? The Fraxel laser is a unique laser therapy that can dramatically improve the appearance of mild to moderate acne scarring, along with pigmentation abnormalities, fine lines and wrinkles. Unlike other laser resurfacing treatments, the Fraxel laser has less downtime and recovery. It is performed in the office with topical anesthetic and at times mild oral sedation. Q – What is a chemical peel? A chemical peel is a procedure which uses a chemical solution to peel away the top layer of damaged skin. Different strengt
Candidates for acne scar treatment are in good physical health and have realistic expectations for the improvement of acne scarring. Many patients benefit from fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing using the Matrix system. For acne scarring that is more severe, a combination of chemical peeling and dermabrasion may be appropriate. A private patient consultation with Dr. Buckingham is the best way to determine which acne scar treatment is right for you. Q – What is Matrix Fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing? The Matrix Fractionated CO2 laser system is used to resurface the skin to improve acne scars as well as fine to moderate wrinkles, age spots, sun damage, uneven pigmentation, and texture irregularities. Pulsing and pixelating lasers are used to damage the skin beneath the surface, thereby triggering the production of collagen. Compared to other traditional CO2 lasers, the Matrix Fractionated laser system allows for a much gentler treatment with less pain, less downtime, and fewer side e
