More on Acne Scar Treatments and how Micro Needling can help!

If you suffer from acne scaring that is pitted or depressed and looking for a solution to treat your acne scarring while smoothing out your complexion I suggest Micro-Needling. The most popular micro-needling system available today is the Dermapen. This is an affordable in-office treatment that delivers some impressive results.

Why is your skin pitted or depressed in the first place? 

Acne Scarring

These types of scars are generally caused by the inflammation of cystic acne. The inflammation compromises your follicle wall and damages collagen to the point of causing depression or elevation. Scarring can also be caused by picking your acne.

How does micro-needling and Dermapen system fix your scars.

The Dermapen system works by stimulating the growth of new tissue within your skin. New collagen and elastin is generated in the skin by breaking up the fibrous and uneven scar tissue. The end result is reduced inconsistencies in the skin and a more even skin texture.

Why Dermapen over other acne scarring treatments?

The Dermapen system which is based on micro-needling has been compared to other fractional treatments in the industry but causes less epidermal damage, downtime and recovery. This is a cheaper option that ensures smoother skin without a harsh, long term recovery. A series of micro needling treatments with the Dermapen will ensure the best results, lighter scars, improved skin texture and less recovery time. 

 

There are several articles on the internet about micro-needling. I thought I'd share this one that appeared in the Los Angeles, CBS local new July 2014.

For more information about the acne scarring treatments available from Skintherapy Acne Clinic of Utah visit our site. 

Treating Acne Scars

 

Acne Scar Types

Scarring from acne is a reality that many folks have to face everyday, but just as The Skin Therapy Acne Clinic provides treatment for acne that result in clear & beautiful skin - we can also help with your acne scarring!

Acne is the sort of disorder that can be heartbreaking while it’s active & then leave reminders of that heartbreak once it has been cleared. These reminders come in the form of scars & post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation or PIH.

 PIH is commonly known as dark spots or discoloration in your skin. This condition, while leftover from acne, is not actually considered acne scarring. The great news is that while PIH is not considered to be acne scarring, it is treatable!

 Acne scars, by true definition, are the marks on the skin where it is pitted or depressed. There are several types of acne scarring. Let’s explain a few.

 

Ice Pick: Looks like an ice pick has been pressed into the skin. It is generally small in diameter, but can be shallow or deep.

Boxcar: Looks somewhat like a chicken pox scar with more rounded edges. It can be small or large in diameter and is fairly deep, though not usually as deep as ice pick scars.

Rolling or Atrophic: Looks like a smooth indentation in the skin. These scars can be deep or shallow, but are generally shallower.

Do these look familiar to you? If so, we can help! At Skin Therapy Acne Clinic we use micro needling to help lighten and refine acne scars.  The Dermapen system is our micro needling choice for treatment. Dermapen treatments deliver exceptional results with minimal downtime.

We also treat PIH , red spots, brown spots or discoloration with a personalized acne treatment plan. Please visit the Acne Scarring section of our website to learn more about your scars and our options for acne scarring treatment!

If you are suffering from the left overs of acne in the form of scarring or PIH, Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake can help.