Do You Have Anything to Get Rid of Acne Scarring on African American and Dark Skin? (Valerie G. from San Antonio)

 

At Texas Institute of Dermatology, we offer the latest techniques for treating acne scarring on African American skin. In order to properly treat acne scars, our Acne scar experts recommend iClear™. Our acne scars experts use the iClear™ method to deeply penetrate through layers of the skin to release adhesions and also  stimulating the collagen production.  This allows the skin to build a fresher, clearer surface.  iClear™ is best suited light based treatment to promote this natural process.  The CO2 laser is precisely engineered to achieve an exact depth of abrasion, thereby reducing potential complications.  Deeper scars may require different approaches, such as punch grafts 4-6 weeks prior to laser treatment in order to achieve the look you desire.  In some cases, fillers can also be used to bolster scars.

Different skin pigmentation carries different risks of hyper- and/or hypopigmentation.  African American skin, in particular, carries the risk of dyspigmentation if the laser is performed on relatively dark skin.  Pre- and post-laser cooling, appropriate settings, and extensive knowledge of the skin are of utmost importance in order to minimize this risk. For more information, call us 210-698-6777.