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Non Surgical Solutions : Acne and Acne Scaring
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Treating acne scars usually take several procedures performed in stages over six to twelve months. Often several surgical procedures are used in different areas to correct large defects. Then a resurfacing procedure is used to smooth out any scars created from the first stage, and to correct shallow defects. Just using a resurfacing procedure does not correct deep scars. Properly treating acne scars involves a significant investment of time and money, but the results can be dramatic. A 50-60% improvement is likely but the skin can never be baby smooth again.
Patients should understand that the dermatologist can control acne before it leads to permanent scarring and dark pigmentation which are much harder to treat. The best a patient can do is to find a good dermatologist and follow up with the same dermatologist and not shop around for a quick cure which would be detrimental to the outcome.
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