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Non-surgical procedures
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Skin resurfacing
Many people have facial scars and blemishes that they would like to reduce. Laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy can provide an effective acne scar treatment, as well as being a solution to scarring due to injuries.
Laser and IPL therapies work by targeting intense light onto the skin. Light is focused onto the area around the scar or blemish. The IPL or laser light then penetrates through the upper layer of your skin, effectively 'burning' it off. The treatment stimulates new skin to grow, and when the treated area heals, the scar or blemish is usually much less noticeable than before.
Following scar treatment by laser or IPL, your skin will be red and weepy, and redness will probably persist for several weeks. You'll need to use sunblock on the area for at least six months after treatment. The full results of your laser or IPL treatment will not usually be seen until 10-12 months afterwards. You may need further therapy six to 12 months after your first treatment.
Lasers can cause an uneven colour in brown and black skins so the treatment may not be suitable for people with these skin types.
The effectiveness of laser or IPL therapies for acne scar treatment and skin blemishes depends both on your skin type and on the extent and type of your scars. Often laser and IPL are used in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures to achieve the best results.
