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Costs & Pricing for Removing Acne Scars

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Average Number of Treatments: 2
National Average Cost Per-Treatment: $748.75

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There are a wide range of treatment options for acne scars. Some more effective than others. Only a board-certified physician with access to a variety of treatments can advise you on what may be right for you. Each patient has a unique set of conditions and this will play a major factor in the overall cost of acne scar treatment. During your consultation your doctor will discuss the range of methods and techniques used, and what may work with your skin. The price ranges below are based on survey data and may not accurately reflect your particular cost of treatment. For precise information on acne scar treatment, it is best to contact a physician for a consultation.

Treatment Type Cost Range
(Per Treatment)
Laser Treatment (nonablative)* $300 to $1,500
Fractional Laser $1,500 to $2,500
Plasma High Energy $3,000 to $5,000
Plasma Low Energy $1000 to $2000
Erbium Laser Therapies* $1,500 to $4,000
CO2 Laser Resurfacing $2,000 to $5,000
IPL $400 to $700
Radio Frequency $1,000 to $3,000
Microdermabrasion $75 to $300
Dermabrasion $1,000 to $4,000
Chemical Peel** $600 to $900
Superficial (AHA) $75 to $350
Medium (TCA) $500 to $2,000
Deep (Phenol) $1500 to $6,000
Blue Peel $400 to $700

* Various lasers fall into these categories and can be used for a variety of treatments. These are meant to give a range and may vary dramatically based on region, condition treated, laser, and other factors.
**Overall Nationwide Average for all Peels


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