ACNE SCARS & OTHER SCARRING
Different scars may need different approaches.
Scars can differ in color, depth, texture and appearance. Acne, surgery and injuries can leave different types of scarring, so treatment begins by understanding the scar and what you would like to improve.
SURGICAL SCAR
(RED & LINEAR)
ACNE SCARRING
(DEPRESSED & TEXTURED)
TRAUMATIC SCAR
(IRREGULAR & HEALED)
SCARS CAN LOOK DIFFERENT
DEPRESSED / ATROPHIC
Indentations and uneven texture often associated with acne.
RED / VASCULAR
Redness may remain noticeable as a scar heals.
SURGICAL
A linear scar may have differences in color and texture.
TRAUMATIC
Scarring after an injury can vary in shape, depth and appearance.
WHAT MAKES YOUR SCAR NOTICEABLE?
Different technologies can address different features of a scar. Your provider may recommend one approach or a combination depending on the scar and your goals.
REDNESS
Visible blood vessels can make scars stand out.
TEXTURE
Roughness, unevenness or irregular surface affects appearance.
DEPTH
Depressed or raised areas can create shadows and contour differences.
FIRMNESS / REMODELING
Scar tissue may have different firmness compared to normal skin.
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES USED FOR SCARRING
VBEAM PERFECTA®
595 nm PDL
- •May help address redness and visible blood vessels in appropriate scars.
- •Often used for red surgical scars and vascular components.
INTRACEL™
RF MICRONEEDLING
- •May help with depressed acne scars and uneven texture.
- •Supports collagen remodeling and skin renewal.
SMARTXIDE DOT®
FRACTIONAL CO₂
- •Fractional resurfacing for more significant texture irregularities and scar remodeling.
- •Targets deeper concerns and stimulates new collagen.
MULTIFRAX®
1550 / 1927 nm
- •Fractional non-ablative laser for texture improvement and collagen remodeling.
- •1550 nm ideal for deeper fractional remodeling.
- •1927 nm targets superficial concerns.
ONE SCAR MAY HAVE MORE THAN ONE CONCERN.
When a scar shows more than one visible feature, a combination of technologies may be recommended for more comprehensive results.
REDNESS
Vascular treatment
UNEVEN TEXTURE & DEPTH
Remodeling / Resurfacing approach
REFOVEAX®
Smoother texture, better tone and less noticeable scars.
IMPROVED APPEARANCE
Smoother texture, better tone when they need them.
WHAT TO EXPECT
PERSONALIZED ASSESSMENT
Scar type, age, location, depth and skin characteristics help guide treatment.
GRADUAL IMPROVEMENT
Changes in scar appearance and collagen remodeling develop over time.
A SERIES MAY BE RECOMMENDED
Treatment plans vary by scar, technology and goals.
RECOVERY VARIES
Different technologies have different treatment intensity and recovery profiles.
REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
Treatments are intended to improve a scar's appearance, not necessarily remove it completely.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
FIND A PROVIDER
Find a provider near you who offers scar treatment.
REQUEST A DEMO
Interested in offering scar treatments at your practice?
EXPLORE THE TECHNOLOGIES
Learn more about the technologies used to treat scars.
