Acne Laser Removal

Acne is hated by everyone and if it plagues you, you quickly want to get rid of it. Acne scars and acne scarring has and can create issues and self-esteem problems for even the most resilient individual. But there is stuff that you can do to minimize acne scarring and there is even acne laser removal, but let's don't get ahead of ourselves, let's talk about the different forms of acne scarring.

Forms of Acne Scarring

• Ice pick scarring - are deep pitted scars with steep edges

• Atrophic scarring - are pitted but have smooth edges and are not very deep

• Hypertrophic scarring - are thick lumpy scars that are present about the surface of the skin and found more frequently on the back and chest.

While acne scarring lasts forever, it can be treated. You may need to try different forms of treatment before you find what works for you, but don't give up, talk to your cosmetic dermatologist and he or she will work with you until you discover a treatment that works.

Are you embarrassed of those unsightly pimples on your face, and no matter what you try nothing seems to work? There is help available acne laser removal may be an option for you.

What causes acne?

There are quite a few factors that can add to acne, such as hormones, genetics, diet, or stress. These are just a small number of causes and you may have one or quite a few of these causing your acne.

When those white/blackheads appear it is because bacteria and oil are ensnared under the skin.

How does acne laser removal work?

Acne laser removal utilizes an intense beam of energy to destroy the bacteria beneath the skin that causes those whiteheads and blackheads to form. The next step is to reduce the oil producing glands in the face to avoid future break outs.

Acne laser removal last between fifteen minutes to one hour depending on the quantity of acne being treated. It is relatively painless and there is no need for recovery time following the procedure.

If you would like to learn more about acne laser removal contact a specialist in your area today. Even if you're not sure about acne laser removal there may be additional options available to you, so schedule a consult today.

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