ACNE SCAR TYPES IN WASHINGTON

Cultura in Washington DC tackles many different types of acne scars, including ice pick scars, boxcar scars and rolling scars.

Depending on the type of scarring, many patients or clients need a combination of therapy treatments, including creams, topicals and laser resurfacing, for optimal results.

Cultura Acne Scar Treatment Types:

Ice Pick Scars

Boxcar Acne Scars in Washington DC

Boxcar acne scars are square and rectangular or sharply demarcated dents in the skin.

These are very superficial scars as they appear on the very tip of the skin.

Boxcar acne scars can be improved with laser skin resurfacing–either fractionated or traditional strength laser devices.

Deeper scars may be best treated by advanced laser methods. Chemical Peels with laser treatments, in combination with these therapies, can also produce impressive results.

This type of scarring often responds well to fractionated laser devices, such as the Fraxel laser.

Rolling Acne Scars in Washington DC

Rolling Acne Scars have a rippled appearance on the outer skin.

They are routinely treated with soft tissue dermal fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane, which can improve their appearance.

Dermal fillers also may be used in combination with other aesthetic or cosmetic procedures, such as microneedling the scar area with a tiny needle, a process called scar reduction.

This treatment process is often used under deep lines on the face or the body to eliminate scars. We can use soft tissue fillers under depressed scars, flaps, lines, wrinkles, or grafts around the skin.

If you’d like to learn more about fixing acne scars, please fill out the contact form, or call Cultura of Washington DC today!

Dr. Eliot Battle

CEO & Founder at Cultura Dermatology & Plastic Surgery

Dr. Eliot Battle, CEO of Cultura Dermatology, is a global leader in cosmetic dermatology and laser innovation. His Harvard research pioneered “color-blind” lasers, making treatments safe for all skin tones. A sought-after expert featured in TIME, Oprah, and The New York Times, he continues to advance inclusive, cutting-edge dermatological care.