Acne Scar Treatments & Prevention
Treating Acne Scars
Acne Scar Treatments We Provide
Depending on the type and severity of your scarring, our experienced dermatologist will prescribe a combination of the treatments below:
01. Creams
Fading cream can lighten pigmented scars; and occlusive gels and silicone gel sheets can boost the scar's water content and soften scars.
02. Laser Therapy
Laser energy can be used to scale off the scarred area and stimulate collagen re-growth. Lasers are highly precise in terms of the area targeted, The intensity of laser energy is adjustable, and it can target deeper layers (dermis) of the skin.
03. Intense-Pulsed Light (IPL)
IPL stimulates collagen growth, reduces the appearance of scars, disintegrates superficial melanin, and is suitable for skin with coexisting scars and pits.
04. Subcision
Typically used on deeper scars and pitted acne scars, the dermatologist will cut into the scar involving deep tissues, stimulating collagen growth in the area.
05. Chemical Peels
Chemical peels increase the skin’s exfoliation, triggering collagen re-growth. The effect is the reduction of skin pigmentation and depressed scars.
06. Steroid Injections
Typically used on protruding scars like keloids, steroid injections can reduce the accumulation of collagen in the scar.
07. Filler Injections
This requires the use of special biologic materials to plump out the depressions.
Get your acne treated adequately as soon as possible
Do not pick at acne
Squeezing or picking at acne will disrupt the skin’s natural healing process, and may even inflame it further. Let your skin heal undisrupted as far as possible.
Apply sunscreen liberally
Exposure of acne scars to the sun will cause them to darken, so protection from excessive exposure to the sun is recommended.
Adopt good skincare habits
Having a good skincare routine and healthy diet helps keep the skin generally healthy to begin with, which can strengthen its natural healing process.
Dr Cheong Lai Leng
Consultant Dermatologist
MBBS (Singapore), M.Med (Internal Medicine)
MRCP (UK), FAMS (Dermatology)
Corr. Fellow, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
An experienced dermatologist of over 20 years, Dr Cheong obtained her specialist dermatological training in Singapore and embarked on her subspecialty training in dermatological surgery in the United States. Dr Cheong has a special interest in cosmetic dermatology, particularly acne scar treatment through safe and effective means, including laser therapy. Dr Cheong has also lectured extensively at medical conferences and public forums on various facial rejuvenation techniques.
Dr Cheong Lai Leng
Consultant Dermatologist
MBBS (Singapore), M.Med (Internal Medicine)
MRCP (UK), FAMS (Dermatology)
Corr. Fellow, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
An experienced dermatologist of over 20 years, Dr Cheong obtained her specialist dermatological training in Singapore and embarked on her subspecialty training in dermatological surgery in the United States. Dr Cheong has a special interest in cosmetic dermatology, particularly acne scar treatment through safe and effective means, including laser therapy. Dr Cheong has also lectured extensively at medical conferences and public forums on various facial rejuvenation techniques.
LL Cheong Skin & Laser Clinic provides a wide range of acne scar removal treatments specially customised to each individual’s needs.
Let us help you regain a smooth and radiant complexion today.
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
Singapore 228510
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