Laser Resurfacing for Acne Scars

Acne is often considered a part of teen development; however, adult-onset acne can also be a problem. Depending on the severity of your acne, it may leave behind a scar long after the acne pimples have gone away. If you want to improve the look of your skin and remove scarring, it's time for a consultation with Dr. Sally Booth and Dr. Christy Waterman. When you visit the  Med Spa at Booth Dermatology for laser resurfacing in Zionsville, IN, you are taking a major step in healing and improving the texture of your skin.

What Causes Acne Scars?

 Acne may happen due to a buildup of oils, bacteria, and dead skin that clogs your pores. The buildup can lead to a lesion or pimple on the skin. Other types of acne include blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, and larger ones that go deep into the skin called cysts. Acne may also happen due to a hormonal imbalance, poor skin care, using the wrong products, or an allergic reaction to something. 

The skin can become inflamed as acne pores swell and their wall breaks down. Some blemishes spill into surrounding skin tissue and create deeper scars. These scars may have an indented appearance resembling pits or a raised appearance. 

How Laser Resurfacing in Zionsville, IN, Can Help

 Dr. Booth and Dr. Waterman use Fraxel® laser to heal the skin from scarring. The laser pulse goes from the top to below the skin surface. It works by causing micro-injuries that encourage collagen production and new skin cells to form. The surrounding skin tissue remains untouched as the laser focuses on a fraction of the tissue each time.

Patients usually recover in less than a week. This method is particularly effective on indented acne scars, as the newly formed collagen can raise the indented area to the surrounding skin level.

If you're tired of living with acne scarring, it's time to consult a professional dermatologist who uses modern lasers. When you visit The Med Spa at Booth Dermatology, Dr. Booth and Dr. Waterman will have a thorough consultation to explain the benefits of using lasers on your scars. In addition to acne scarring, this treatment can improve your overall skin tone, texture, brown spots, and fine wrinkles. To learn more about laser resurfacing in Zionsville, IN, call us at 317-848-2427.