Acne scars are the most stubborn of all as they refuse to fade or lighten with time. Acne scars are usually darker than your natural skin tone and hence can be difficult to be covered by make-up. This is why more people are nowadays opting for permanent acne scar removal by laser method. It is a painless and effective way to get flawless skin.

In this blog, we take a look at some of the important things you must keep in mind before choosing to go ahead with acne scar treatment.

  1. Get a consult by a professional skin doctor

Opting for a laser treatment should ideally be the last resort to deal with your acne scars. Visit an experienced dermatologist and seek their professional opinion before you decide to go for laser-based acne treatment. Get a one-on-one consult with a laser surgeon to understand the different types of laser treatment available. Discuss about your medical history and current medications you take to make sure that you get the best treatment plan.

  1. Success of your results depends on the laser surgeon’s skills

The success of your acne scar treatment will largely depend on the expertise and skills of your laser surgeon. Someone inexperienced can cause serious side effects or give undesired results. It is advised you visit an International Board-certified doctor to get the most effective treatment possible.

  1. You may need more than one session

Getting your acne scars removed completely may take more than a few laser sessions. The number of sessions required will depend on the severity of your condition and specific skin type. When you for your consult, talk to the doctor about the number of sessions that will be required to complete the treatment. You should have this information on hand before deciding to go ahead with your acne laser treatment.

  1. Sun protection is a must

If you decide to go for acne scar removal, you need to protect your skin from the sun both before and after the laser treatment. The settings on the laser are based on the patient’s natural skin tone, hence, showing up for the session with a tan or sunburn can complicate matters. Similarly, after your treatment is done, getting exposed to direct sunlight for the first 7 days can cause irritation, discolouration, or sunburn.

  1. Expect some lifestyle changes

After getting a laser treatment done, patients shall abide by some instructions for effective healing. This includes no smoking for 2 weeks after the treatment, stop taking Vitamin E medication, and so on.

Choose Saraswat Hospital for Best Acne Scar Removal Treatment

Saraswat Hospital in Agra is a leading cosmetic clinic in India for acne scar treatment. Led by a team of American Board-certified doctors, it offers customised treatment plans at affordable rates.

Dr Preeti Saraswat is the Chief Clinical Cosmetologist with an MBBS and a Post Graduate Diploma degree in Clinical Cosmetology from the University of Greifswald, Germany. She is a member of the Indian Association of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, the Indian Medical Association, and the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM). She specialises in skin rejuvenation treatments, facial rejuvenation, and acne scars.

Dr Satya Kumar Saraswat is an MBBS with MS, M.Ch, and DNB (Plastic Surgery) degrees to his credit. He also received a gold medal in his area of speciality from the Honorable Health Minister of India in 2007.