The Side Effects of Laser Treatment For Acne Scars
The Side Effects of Laser Treatment For Acne Scars
After getting rid of acne many ex-acne sufferers have to deal with the problem of scarring. These scars many times are permanent and they may remind you of the bad days when you had acne. So removing the acne scars is another crucial step in order to completely get rid of the acne from your life.
There are many scar treatments available from procedures like dermabrasion to laser treatments. Nowadays laser treatments are very popular because they allow the patient to get rid of his scars without any pain. There is mainly one version of laser treatment for scars. The laser burns the surface of the affected skin in order to allow fresh skin cells to replace the burned-off.
Although laser treatment is known for its effectiveness, the acne-scars sufferer must be aware of the side effects of that treatment.
Except the fact that laser treatments are very expensive and many patients can't afford them and they are also ineffective against the deep scars they may cause some of the following side effects:
1. The main side effect of a laser treatment is that it will cause redness and swelling of the skin. This condition may last up to a few weeks. During that period you have to avoid exposure at sun and use of makeup products.
2. Another possible side effect is getting more acne. If you do a laser surgery while you still have acne, the treatment may lead to even more breakouts. That's why it's not advisable to start an acne scar laser treatment while you still have acne.
3. Other side effects which may affect people with very sensitive skin are changes in the skin colour, eczema and milia.
Most of these side effects are not very common but every patient who wants to follow a laser treatment must be aware of them. Before starting the laser surgery there are many things which can be done in order to minimize the risks. Many dermatologists suggest timing the laser surgery so as not to conflict with any important appearance for you and also stop the use of peeling products for your skin 15 days before the surgery. Your doctor will help you do the treatment when your skin is ready so as to avoid any of the above. After the treatment it is important to follow doctor's guidelines so as to avoid any unwanted situations. Remember that if you see anything going wrong you must immediately consult your doctor.