The acne battle is real. It is what’s leaving you frustrated because many products promise to fix the problem, but none of them are working. But what causes acne? Acne develops when the pores become clogged. You have battled breakouts, and your acne scars are the proof. Some people are more likely to see scars when their acne clears.
Regardless of your skin type, acne scar is characterized by an irregularity in the skin’s surface texture.Dermatologists often call these types as ice pick scars or rolling scars that are indented and appear a bit like a pockmark.
If the skin is smooth with no changes in texture, it is most likely not a scar but post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. If you have real scars, they may never go away on their own. Whether you are dealing with scars or marks, the good news is that there are many things your dermatologist can do to improve your skin, such as Fractional CO2.
Fractional or pixilated carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers at GLOJAS are among the latest advances in the non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatments. The CO2 laser has the longest wavelength of the lasers in the market. Aside from treating acne scars, it excels in healing deeper wrinkles, more severe textural changes caused by sun damage, blotchiness, surgical, and traumatic scars.
Fractional CO2 works when the laser beam is divided up or fractionated into thousands of very narrow shafts of light, making tiny holes through the surface of the skin. As the skin heals, this leads to the formation of new healthy collagen to tighten the skin and smooth out the acne scars. This treatment is ideal for patients who like to minimize the appearance of acne scars, fine lines, and pigmentation.
Unfortunately, not everyone can undergo Fractional CO2. Patients who suffer from extensive breakout or infection of the face are not advised to have this treatment. Furthermore, it is contraindicated if you are pregnant, breastfeeding and have a chronic illness such as diabetes.
The number of sessions you need depends on your skin condition. Usually, a patient is required to have 1-3 sessions at a monthly interval. A small area will be treated in the first session to ensure that the treatment is safe and effective for your skin. Studies have shown 30- 50% improvement in acne scarring from a single treatment, but results vary from one person to another. Additionally, improvement in scars can be seen from a week after treatment, and the skin texture will continue to heal for 3-6 months.
Still unsure if this will work for you? We suggest that you get a FREE consultation with one of our GLOJAS Doctors who are experts in their field to identify the right treatment your body needs to achieve your goal. When it comes to Fractional CO2, we will ensure better and faster healing, better results, and patient comfort.