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Laser technology can now be used to address both current acne conditions and the scars left behind. You can choose to get treatment for your acne first and then treat your scars–or you can opt to be treated with a laser which treats both scars and current inflammation.

Acne scar laser treatment can completely restore your skin to its natural state. Imagine how your confidence will be renewed when you can look into the mirror and not see scars and marks that remind you of your former acne condition. You’ll be able to discard concealers and other techniques you’ve used to hide your blemishes. Your smooth and unmarked skin will be a source of pride and high self-esteem.

You can start treating your scars even if you are still in the process of curing your acne problem. Laser acne treatments can address pimples and scars simultaneously. If you and your doctor have tried traditional remedies, such as creams and medications, without full or lasting results, it is time to consider laser treatments. Many dermatology clinics provide this service.

There are several different types of lasers used for acne scar laser treatment. Many treat both active acne and scars at the same time. For example, pulsed dye lasers are used to treat current breakouts, as well as scars that are pink or red. They are attracted to the haemoglobin in blood.

Most lasers currently used for scar treatment work through carefully removing a very thin layer of skin, exposing newer and healthier skin underneath your scars. The way these lasers work is often compared to sanding a tabletop to reveal the smoother surface underneath. Other lasers, like Carbon Dioxide lasers, work against scars that are indented into the skin, rather than raised. They work by stimulating collagen growth, filling in the scar from inside your skin.

In practice, laser treatments for scar removal are the same as other acne laser treatments. They differ only in the type of laser used. Each session in your dermatologist’s office or clinic will be brief. Your doctor will smooth an anaesthetic gel over the treatment area; then he or she will gently use a small device to remove blemishes and scars. As the laser emits quick bursts of light, you will feel very little discomfort. Some people say it feels like having a rubber band flicked across the skin. When the treatment is over, you may experience some redness and puffiness, but these minor irritations will soon subside and certainly won’t interfere with your normal activities.

Your reward after several sessions of acne and acne scar laser treatments will be vastly improved skin. Having clear, smooth skin will make you feel much more confident and relaxed about your appearance.