Acne Scars
                     Acne Scars
Whether you are a teenager, an adult or an oldie, acne scars are a problem prevalent
in all age groups. Breakouts on the face for reasons such as puberty, bad diet, oily
skin and the likes  can  be  really  frustrating.  No one likes  a  face  full  of  acne  and
pimples but what is even worse is the scarring it causes after healing.
What causes them?
Acne consist of large pus-filled spaces which are known as acne cysts. These cysts
often destroy the skin tissue which is not repaired during the healing process of acne,
itself. Once the area consisting of acne heals, it usually leaves a scar in that place
which  can  either  be  lumpy  (usually  found  in  the  back  or  chest,  known  as
hypertrophic scarring) or non-lumpy but visible.
Such scars appear as damage on the skin and can be of various shapes and sizes.
Scars can also be same as the skin colour or red, black or sometimes brown in colour.
Types of acne scars
1. Atrophic or Depressed Scars
The most common type of scars on face. They are formed due to lack of collagen
formation  on  the  skin  while  the  skin  is  healing  from  acne.  These  are  further
categorized into-
 Boxcar
Usually visible as U-shape scars, they tend to have sharp edges. Such scars can react
better to skin treatments if they are shallow in nature.
 Ice Pick
Narrow, V-shaped scars that go deep into the skin. They usually appear as round or
oval holes like a chickenpox scar. These are considered to be the most difficult to
treat because they tend to form inside the surface of the skin.
2. Hypertrophic or Raised scars
This kind of scars are more prone to appear on chest or back after healing of acne.
They are caused when the skin makes too many fibroblasts which causes raised scars.
3. Keloid Scars
Much thicker than the original acne spot, these are nearly similar to hypertrophic
scars. Such scars tend to be darker than the original skin and can cause side effects
like itchiness or pain.
Treating acne scars
1. What will your treatment depend upon?
There are a number of treatments available for curing   acne scar    treatment in 
delhi but to decide which one would be the best for you depends upon many factors
such as-
 Your skin type- This can be classified based upon the pigmentation of your
skin.
 Type of scar
 Time  required-  the  time  it  will  take  to  heal  the  skin  after  the  medical
procedure
 Cost of the treatment
2. Types of medical treatments
Various types of medical treatments include-
 Soft tissue fillers- This procedure involves injecting collagen under the skin
into  the  indecent  scars.  This  helps  in  making  your  scars  less  noticeable;
however, it is a temporary solution. They are best for atrophic or rolling scars.
 Laser Treatments-  There are two types of laser treatments i.e.  ablative and
non-ablative. The former helps to remove thin layers of skin whereas the latter
helps stimulate the collagen growth and furthermore, tighten underlying skin.
Non-ablative laser resurfacing is considered less invasive and usually requires
less recovery time, however, it is less effective than ablative laser for deeper
scars.
 Dermabrasion- This procedure is best suited for more severe type of scarring.
In this procedure, the top layer of skin is removed with the help of a rapidly
rotating wire brush.  It  helps in removing surface scars  completely  in most
cases.
 Needling  or  rolling-  It  is  considered  to  be  a  simple,  effective  and  safe
procedure for treating acne scars. It involves rolling a needle studded device
over your skin to stimulate the underlying tissue.  However,  it  may require
repeated treatments.
 Surgery- It involves Punch Excision which is a procedure in which the doctor
cuts  out  all  the  acne  scars  separately  and  then  repairs  the  wound  using
stitches or skin grafting.
 Salicylic Acid- Found in almost all kinds of acne scar medications these days,
it helps in clearing out the pores, reducing redness and exfoliates the skin. It
may take up a few weeks to show the results but it is considered to be effective
by many dermatologists.
There are many other medical treatments available, however, it is always best to talk
to your doctor and determine the pros and cons before choosing a procedure. Dr.
Jyoti Sharma is an expert in determining the best skin specialist in delhi related
problems and therefore always believes in giving right advice to her patients.
In conclusion,
Acne scars can be unwanted and lead to frustration,  but they are usually  easily
treatable with a number of procedures. Each person encounters a different kind of
skin scarring and therefore you should always contact your doctor and act as per the
prescription.  While many people succeed in getting rid of such scars using home
remedies, others require professional help. Choose wisely.