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Question: Hello,
How can I get rid of my acne scars (ice pick scars) on my face?
I had acne problems when I was a teenager, now I don't have that problems but my face is left with ice pick scars (attached scar pictures to my profile). Is there any treatment for this like creams or chemical peels?
In case if I need a chemical peel, how many sessions do I need to undergo?
Thank you.
How can I get rid of my acne scars (ice pick scars) on my face?
I had acne problems when I was a teenager, now I don't have that problems but my face is left with ice pick scars (attached scar pictures to my profile). Is there any treatment for this like creams or chemical peels?
In case if I need a chemical peel, how many sessions do I need to undergo?
Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Chemical Reconstruction Of Surface Scaring is choice of T/t in Icepick scar
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I have gone through your query and I have noted down your concern.
Ice-Pick scars can be improved significantly only with CROSS procedure i.e Chemical Reconstruction Of Surface Scarring. In this procedure 80% -100% Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is applied into the pit of scar with help of sharp end of a toothpick. Acid induces local chemical injury inside the scar which is subsequently followed by wound healing process. This wound healing process remodels existing Ice-pick scars into a cosmetically better looking scar i.e a shallower looking scar. A session once every 2 weeks may be performed for 3-4 sittings in total.
Ice-Pick type of acne scars are the most difficult ones to treat.
Chemical peels Or even Fractional Co 2 Laser alone is ineffective Or only minimally effective for Ice pick scaring. Though chemical peels Or even Laser can be combined with CROSS for better results.
Regards
Chemical Reconstruction Of Surface Scaring is choice of T/t in Icepick scar
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us
I have gone through your query and I have noted down your concern.
Ice-Pick scars can be improved significantly only with CROSS procedure i.e Chemical Reconstruction Of Surface Scarring. In this procedure 80% -100% Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is applied into the pit of scar with help of sharp end of a toothpick. Acid induces local chemical injury inside the scar which is subsequently followed by wound healing process. This wound healing process remodels existing Ice-pick scars into a cosmetically better looking scar i.e a shallower looking scar. A session once every 2 weeks may be performed for 3-4 sittings in total.
Ice-Pick type of acne scars are the most difficult ones to treat.
Chemical peels Or even Fractional Co 2 Laser alone is ineffective Or only minimally effective for Ice pick scaring. Though chemical peels Or even Laser can be combined with CROSS for better results.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you for your reply doctor.
I live in States, considering the cost of medical treatment here, can TCA peel be done at home following the instructions carefully or do I need to consult a doctor and get it done under his supervision?
I live in States, considering the cost of medical treatment here, can TCA peel be done at home following the instructions carefully or do I need to consult a doctor and get it done under his supervision?
Brief Answer:
It is an Office Procedure; Dermatologist supervision required
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
This is an office procedure under direct supervision of a dermatologist and should not be tried at home.
I suggest you to go through the following links for more information regarding this procedure and its efficacy.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC0000/
http://www.ejdv.eg.net/article.asp?issn=1110-6530;year=2013;volume=33;issue=2;spage=37;epage=41;aulast=Garem
Regards
It is an Office Procedure; Dermatologist supervision required
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
This is an office procedure under direct supervision of a dermatologist and should not be tried at home.
I suggest you to go through the following links for more information regarding this procedure and its efficacy.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC0000/
http://www.ejdv.eg.net/article.asp?issn=1110-6530;year=2013;volume=33;issue=2;spage=37;epage=41;aulast=Garem
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
When I go to XXXXXXX can I get this TCA peel two sittings in one visit and do the next two sittings in the next visit (might a year later after the first two sittings). Will that help me and will it be effective?
Brief Answer:
3-4 sittings of CROSS are required.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
There is usually an interval of 2 weeks between sittings. A total of 3-4 sittings are required for good results.
Results are long lasting and permanent. Therefore, you may go for treatment when you come to XXXXXXX Can resume treatment on your next visit.
Regards
3-4 sittings of CROSS are required.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
There is usually an interval of 2 weeks between sittings. A total of 3-4 sittings are required for good results.
Results are long lasting and permanent. Therefore, you may go for treatment when you come to XXXXXXX Can resume treatment on your next visit.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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