Schweiger Dermatology Group

What are Acne Scars?

What are Acne Scars?

Posted in Acne Scars by . | Leave a Comment

Our patients often ask us, “what are acne scars?” and “why do they develop?”  Dr. Schweiger explains that, “Inflammatory acne lesions can cause damage to the skin.  If this occurs, the skin’s natural healing process stimulates the production of new collagen fibers in the damaged area.  However, the new collagen fibers don’t form in exactly the same way as the healthy skin, which causes the appearance of an acne scar.”

The best method of preventing acne scars is to prevent acne itself.  It is important for even mild acne to be treated, before it leaves behind scarring or pigmentation.  There are many prescription medications available to use at home, though many of our patients opt to try laser and light-based acne treatments.  These in-office treatments help to eliminate acne faster and reduce the risk of scar formation.  We often recommend treatment with a combination of Photodynamic Therapy and the Isolaz Acne Treatment.

Acne scars are not dangerous, but they are certainly undesirable to most people.  One of the most common treatments that  the Clear Clinic performs is the removal of acne scars.  There are two treatments available at the Clear Clinic to decrease the appearance of acne scars:  The Fractional CO2 Laser and the Fraxel Laser.

Click here to read more about acne scars.

Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Everything You Need to Know About Acne!

Fill out the form below to receive your FREE copy of the Clear Clinic Acne Information Guide! Get tips on what causes acne and how to prevent it. Could your diet be causing your break outs? Find out in our comprehensive guide!

×
Everything You Need to Know About Acne Scars!

Fill out the form below to receive your FREE copy of the Clear Clinic Acne Scar Information Guide! Learn about acne scar classifications and how to treat them in our comprehensive guide!

Oops! We could not locate your form.

×
ClearClinic Personal Acne Coach™
×
Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Custom Clear Kit Questionnaire
×
Virtual Acne Consultation: Questions
×
Virtual Acne Consultation: Questions
×
Enter to Win!

Complete the form for your chance to win a free Clear Kit and a two month membership to Clear Clinic @Home!

×
30 Second Acne Quiz: Your First Step Towards Clear Skin

In order to customize your acne regimen, please answer the questions below:

×
Virtual Acne Consultation: Questions
×
Custom Clear Kit: Questions
×
Questions about our program?

We have a Clear Clinic @Home representative standing by! Complete the form and we will get back to you shortly!

×
Free Initial Consult!

Let us determine your best treatment path!

×
Free Acne Photo Consultation

Setup your free photo consult by completing the form below.

  • Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif.
×
Online Acne Scar Photo Consultation

Setup your free photo consult by completing the form below.

  • Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif.
×
Free Photo Consultation!


Setup your free initial photo consult by completing the form below.

  • Max. file size: 200 MB.
×
FREE Acne & Acne Scar Guides!


When you’re finished completing the form, you’ll be able to download your FREE Acne Guide, Acne Scar Guide or both!

×
Acne & Acne Scar Treatments at Clear Clinic

Clear Clinic Menu of Services

×
Translate »