Acne Scar Treatments in Minneapolis

Dark spots and scars can develop as a result of acne. People with a genetic tendency and those who have severe acne are more likely to develop acne scars.

Many people feel that acne scars affect their quality of life. Thanks to advancements in dermatology, it is no longer necessary to live with acne scars. There are plenty of safe and effective treatment options available for diminishing or reducing the appearance of acne scars.

If you feel self-conscious about your acne scars, wish that you could get rid of them, or feel that your acne scars limit your ability to find dates, jobs, or do well at school, then you should consider acne scar treatment. Prior to getting acne scar treatment, it’s important to have realistic expectations. Acne scar treatment can dramatically improve the appearance of your skin, but it may not be capable of restoring it to the way it looked prior to the appearance of acne scarring.

In order to commence acne scar treatment at Hogue Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Hogue will treat any existing acne you may have in order to get it under control. New acne breakouts can lead to new acne scars so treating existing acne first is important.

There is no single treatment that is best for everyone who suffers from acne scars. Acne scars come in varying shapes, sizes, and depths so treatments must be tailored to each individual.

Acne scar treatment options at Hogue Cosmetic Surgery include chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and laser skin resurfacing. In some cases, acne scar removal surgery may be recommended. Laser skin resurfacing can be used following surgery in order to improve the texture of the skin.