Acne Scarring and Removal in Austin, Texas
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- Icepick Scars

- Treatment: punch excision, punch elevation
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- Boxcar Scars

- Treatment: ActiveFX and DeepFX
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- Rolling Scars

- Treatment: ActiveFX and DeepFX, Dermal Fillers, 1064nm Nd:YAG laser, Micro-Needling
Acne is a common problem that affects a staggering 40-50 million Americans annually. The scars that result from moderate to severe acne persist for years and negatively impact social life and self esteem. Fortunately, continuing advances in dermatology offer a multitude of solutions.
Condition
Scarring or discoloration due to acne are common. Successful treatment of scarring will improve appearance as well as promote healthy skin in the future. Acne scars come in a wide range of types, each with unique characteristics. Thanks to medical advances, however, a variety of treatments are available to address specific types of scarring.
Acne scars can be divided into three general categories: Icepick, Boxcar, Rolling and Hypertrophic.
We treat each type differently. Learn more about treatment options for each type below.

Raised (Hypertrophic) Acne Scars
- Treatment: ActiveFX and DeepFX, steroid injection

When scar tissue is produced in excess, it is referred to as hypertrophic: a raised, rounded lump of fibrous tissues. Hypertrophic scarring is firm to the touch and can be painful or discolored. The most effective treatment solution is a combination of fractional lasers and steroid injections. Steroid injections reduce inflammation and scar volume, while the laser smooths the surrounding skin.
Discoloration due to acne scars
- Treatment: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)
Acne can alter the coloration of skin as well as its texture. Discoloration at the site of previous blemishes is very common and can be stubborn, lingering for years after a scar has diminished. There are two main types: hyperpigmentation and erythema.
Hyperpigmentation results when elevated levels of melanin, which gives skin its color, are retained on the skin’s surface following an inflammation. Erythema is a product of inflammation. Both conditions cause blotchy areas, usually bright red to brown in color, and are often resistant to topical treatments.
Fortunately, this unnatural coloring can be greatly improved with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) technology, which utilizes precise wavelengths of pulsed light to target problem areas. The term “Fotofacial” is another term for Intense Pulsed Light (IPL).

Sources
- American Academy of Dermatology: “Acne Scars: Treatment and Outcome”
- Mayo Clinic: “What is the Best Treatment for Acne Scars?”
- The Science of Acne: “The Different Types of Acne Scars”