The best methods to treat boxcar acne scars in Singapore involve a combination of lasers, chemical peels (TCA Cross) and manual subcision with fillers.
Identifying the right treatment for each type of acne scar and using a combination of modalities can yield the best results. Don't be worried! There are multiple safe, effective, and cost-effective options are available for the treatment of acne scarring.
You have a combination of Boxcar acne scars and Ice pick acne scars.
What are Ice-pick Acne Scars and Box-scar acne scars?
Ice pick scars are characterized by small, deep holes in the skin with a wide opening and a narrow base.
Boxcar scars are square or U-shaped depressions in the skin.
Why is the diagnosis of the scar type important?
Scar morphology is a key driver of treatment options.
What are good lasers for treating deep boxcar acne scars in Singapore?
Good lasers include Fractional CO2 and INFINI Fractional RF.
For very deep boxcar acne scars, punch excision and grafting are particularly effective when combined with laser resurfacing.
TCA Cross is another good scar revision treatment. Histologically, acne scars show a reduction in collagen and elastin. Chemical reconstruction of skin scars [CROSS] is a technique of applying high concentrations of trichloroacetic acid [TCA] to atrophic ice pick scars to induce inflammation and collagen production. The CROSS method causes coagulative epidermal necrosis and collagen necrosis in the papillary and upper reticular dermis, resulting in scar remodelling over time.
How do I find a good acne scar doctor in Singapore?
The key to getting a good result for acne scar treatment in Singapore is to find a doctor who is meticulous and who targets each type of scar specifically.
Cost-effectiveness is another important factor to consider. Find out more about the price/cost of acne scar treatments in Singapore in this article.
