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Injections and Dermal Fillers for Acne Scar Treatment

Dermal Fillers Raise Acne Scarring

  • Dermal Fillers Raise Acne Scarring
  • Repeat Injections Needed
  • The main problem with acne scars is that they lie bound down and depressed, lower than the surrounding skin. In order to raise up the scarred area, dermal fillers may be used to bring the skin to an even level.

    Repeat Injections Needed

    Dermal fillers that may be used include hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane® or Perlane®, collagen fillers such as Cosmoderm®, or even fat tissue. The problem, however, with utilizing dermal fillers for acne scar improvement is that the treatment areas will need repeated injections as dermal fillers are break down within our body over time.

    To learn about other acne scar options such as laser treatment visit: How can I remove Acne Scars?, Laser Acne Scar Treatment, & Choosing a Doctor

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