Getting Rid Of Acne Scars
If you have acne you should treat it seriously. Even a mild case of acne can cause scarring which last a life time. It just isn’t the impact of the physical appearance that is traumatic, physical scarring itself represents only a small part of the damage. It is the deep adverse psychological effects that have the most sweeping consequences. Ultimately, acne scarring is disfiguring physically and emotionally.
Recently, an interesting study was conducted using groups of people inflicted with acne scarring. The study found that people with acne scars were very introverted. They all had a tendency to hide their faces with their hands, or hair. They all showed an inability to make eye contact, and generally held their heads with eyes cast downward. The physical effect of their scarring rippled out to other aspects of their lives affecting them psychologically: Inability to form relationships, misplaced guilt, and blaming physical disfigurement for the unhappiness in their lives, were directly a result of the degree of the scarring.
Had these people been aware at the time, scarring could of been avoided to a degree, by understanding why it occurs. Scarring generally occurs when the sebaceous gland and the surrounding area is repeatedly infected. (Repeated infection is the key here). As bacteria is continually introduced into the affected area, the body’s immune system receives a message that there is an injury to be repaired. The immune system works hard to repair the damage, but in doing so, creates scar tissue. If these people had taken preventative measure, such as proper cleaning, and keeping the hands away, getting rid of acne scars would not be an issue.
However, if you have got acne scarring, it is a not a done deal, but they can be helped. Getting rid of acne scars can easily be dealt with your Doctor’s help. Depending on the extent of your acne scarring your Doctor will recommend one or a combination of the following methods. This methods are either traditional, or they are new technology. All of the treatments have a good success rate.
- Microdermabrasion. Microdermabrasion refers to a number of techniques that use instruments to literally peel the top layer of skin off, usually the dead layer of protective cells on the very surface of the skin. It is much like taking an electric sander to your skin.
- Chemical peels. Chemical peels produce much the same results, except in this treatment a broad range of chemical treatments of the skin. The solution is applied to the skin and left on for a certain period of time. Sort of like a cosmetic face mask. The peel (the chemicals) dissolve skin cells, promoting the growth of new tissue.
- Dermal Fillers. Dermal Fillers utilize the injection of collagen or fat underneath the scar. Dermal fillers raise the scar area up diminishing the appearance of acne scars. The problem with dermal fillers for getting rid of acne scars, is that they break down in the body over time, and repeat procedures are necessary.
- Punch Excision. A punch excision utilizes a punch biopsy tool to physically remove the scar tissue. The procedure is used for a method of getting rid of acne scars that are too deep for other traditional methods. Local anesthesia is applied to the area and the tool is used to remove the scar and the skin is sutured back together.
- Laser Treatment. Laser treatment is now the treatment of choice for getting rid of acne scars. Advancements have made vast improvements in laser therapy. There is a wide range of laser therapy that works quickly, improving the appearance of scars tremendously. Laser therapy removes the skin layer by layer, and treatment can be completed in as little as one session.
Acne scars are difficult to cope with. They are a disfigurement that is psychologically stressful. Getting rid of acne scars is a easy solution however. Given all the technology or treatments available. The best best course of action if you are considering acne scar treatment, is to consult with a physician who has access to all of the various treatments available. They have the education and experience to give you the best range of options for getting rid of acne scars.