Acne Scars

Acne can be an embarrassing condition for many patients. Breakouts can be difficult to control, and patients often need to consult a dermatologist for treatment. Unfortunately, after controlling the acne, damage may already be done, and the patient may have multiple scars on their skin.

Some 80% of people between ages 11 and 30 will develop acne, and out of those people, around 95% will have scars to prove it. Acne scars can be more complex than surgical scars or some traumatic scars and often will require multimodality treatment to eliminate. This may include breaking up deep scar tissue, placing a filler in the area to keep it elevated, and later performing a procedure to help resurface the skin.

Specializing in plastic surgery from the collarbone up, Dr. Charles Guy and the professional team at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas offer various procedures to help rejuvenate and repair the skin. Through these innovative services, patients with acne scars throughout central Texas can achieve a look that makes them more confident in their appearance. Learn how scar revision works and what to expect under the care of Dr. Guy and his team.

This 55-65 y/o female underwent treatment of acne scars using various modalities including nanofat grafting, TCA CROSS chemical peel and laser treatment.  Acne scarring using requires different treatments for the different types of scars.   She has improvement in the overall quality of skin with less depressed scars.

Acne scars are the result of the body’s attempt to try and repair itself. It does that by forming new collagen fibers to fill the lesions created by acne. These repairs are performed by the body and usually aren’t as smooth and flawless as the original skin. When the body produces too much collagen to repair the lesion, the result is a mass of raised tissue on the skin’s surface. This is what’s called hypertrophic or keloid scarring.

Another common type of acne scarring is atrophic (depressed) scarring. This type of scarring occurs when there is a loss of tissue. While generally small, atrophic acne scars leave obvious holes or pits in the skin, causing patients to become unhappy with their appearance.

Patients who choose to undergo acne scar repair will meet with the team at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas at our office in Waco. Committed to patient education, Dr. Guy will walk patients through the procedure before beginning, detailing every step to make certain patients are informed and comfortable. At this time, patients are encouraged to ask any questions they may have.

The procedure is performed using local injected anesthesia to numb the area, preventing patients from feeling discomfort or pain. Some scars may require excision as they will not respond well to other treatments. Often a treatment will focus on breaking up the scars deep in the skin and then placing a filler (either a hyaluronic acid filler or using a micro or nano fat graft) in the area.

Once the fillers have set in and the skin is more even, skin resurfacing can be performed in the office a few weeks later. Occasionally, there will be a revision or touch-up procedure needed to obtain the desired cosmetic result. It’s common for patients to experience a little bruising in the area between sessions.

Acne is common in adolescents and some adults but that doesn’t mean they need to feel the effects of it their entire lives. Acne scar repair improves the appearance of scars, and it also can have emotional and social advantages.

Patients who address their acne scarring benefit from heightened self-esteem. Often, patients who suffer from severe acne scarring are unhappy with the way they look, stopping them from getting the most out of life. Acne repair procedures can help fix this dilemma by promoting better skin health and enhanced self-worth.

When considering any type of cosmetic surgery, people should work with experienced and trusted medical professionals who have established a strong reputation. Dr. Guy and his team of registered nurses and medical office staff have worked hard to create a safe and positive environment for patients to receive top-quality cosmetic procedures.

Located in Waco, TX, we serve patients throughout central Texas, eliminating the need to travel to Dallas or Austin for outstanding plastic surgery services. We treat every patient with absolute respect and are dedicated to helping them achieve an appearance that makes them feel confident.

People dealing with acne scars who desire effective results and a positive, patient-centered experience should turn to the team at Facial Plastic Surgery of Central Texas. Contact us today to learn more about our cosmetic procedures or to schedule a consultation.