ACNE SCARS
WHAT ARE ACNE SCARS?
Acne scars are permanent irregularities on the surface of skin resulting from inflammatory changes caused by acne.
During the course of active acne and its subsequent healing response, there is destruction of normal collagen and the formation of abnormal collagen fibers. This may result in eventual formation of indentations on the skin surface, or less commonly, raised bumps and ridges. The likelihood of scar formation tends to correlate with the severity of acne.
TYPES OF ACNE SCARS
ICEPICK SCARS
ROLLING SCARS
BOXCAR SCARS
HYPERTROPHIC SCARS
Distinct from true acne scarring, there are also other skin changes associated with acne. Post-inflammatory erythema is persistent redness of the involved area due to blood vessel changes and thinning of the skin. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is darkening of the skin due to increased melanin production as part of the healing response.
It is crucial to accurately identify the different types of scars because the most effective treatments for each type of scar will vary. Understanding the stage or severity of your scars will help you to determine which type of treatment will be more effective to get rid of them.
Treatments
Acne scar treatment entails effective acne control to minimise formation of new scars. All acne scar treatments should be individualised depending on the type of scars and their location. Often, it is beneficial to combine more than one type of treatment as a multi-modal approach to correct different aspects of acne scarring.
ACNE SCAR TREATMENT | RESURFACING
Resurfacing treatments improve acne scars byrestoring healthy collagen production in the affected areas.
ACNE SCAR TREATMENT | INJECTABLES
Certain injectables can be used to lift and volumise areas of collagen loss.
ACNE SCAR TREATMENT
SUBCISION
Subcision divides fibrous bands that tether the skin down from within, particularly in rolling scars which can create an undulating appearance on the surface. This is often done with a specialised needle or cannula
ACNE SCAR TREATMENT | FOR HYPERTROPHIC SCARS
| 5 Acne Scar Treatments Offered By Aesthetic Clinic Singapore | |
|---|---|
| Fractional CO2 Laser | Suitable For Rolling, Atrophic, Ice Pick, Boxcar Scars |
| Radiofrequency (RF) Microneedling | Suitable For Various Scar Types |
| Chemical Peel (TCA Cross) | Suitable For Boxcar Scars |
| Subcision with Fillers | Suitable For Boxcar Scars |
| Corticosteroid Injection | Suitable For Hypertrophic Scars |
HOW MUCH DOES ACNE SCAR TREATMENTS COST IN SINGAPORE?
In Singapore, acne scar treatment costs range from $200 to $2,000 per session, depending on the treatment type and acne severity. For general acne treatments, prices vary from $100 to $1,200 per session, reflecting different technologies and methods tailored to individual needs.
