Though tiny in shape, acnes can be the most
dreadful type of skin problem. Ask any teen, and he/she will tell you how these
tiny skin problems have caused them the greatest worry. Not all acnes are same.
The various forms of acne are:
Whiteheads
and Blackheads
They are the mildest form of acnes. These acnes
can appear at various types, and could be formed due to excess oil secretion on
the face or due to clogged sweat pores.
Papules
Moderate forms of acne, they are usually red and
inflamed. The papules have white centers. These acnes can be painful, but don’t
ever try to break them with your fingers.
Nodules
They are the most severe form of acnes and can be
very painful. They appear as cysts or lumps under the surface of the skin.
These acnes are usually filled with pus.
When you go for acne scar removal treatment, your
dermatologist will first identify the type of acne. In case of mild or moderate
acnes, your skin doctor will prescribe medicines and ointments to treat the
condition. If you have pricked the acne or it has dried, leaving behind a scar,
then your doctor will prescribe a relevant acne
scar removal treatment based on the type of scar.
The
various types of acne scars are:
Indented
scars
As the name states, these scars grow into the
skin’s surface. The types of indented scars are rolling, ice pick, and boxcar.
A scar that starts out wide and then narrows as it goes deeper into the skin
layer is termed as ice pick. The rolling and box car are shallow scars. Surgery
and laser are the best treatments
for removal of acne scars of this
type.
Raised
acne scars
As the name says, this type of scar rises above
the skin surface. Raised scars are seen as bumps on the face. They usually
appear due to excess collagen in the skin. The treatment for raised scar
removal is usually done through laser, surgery, and microdermabrasion. Such
scars are also treated using corticosteroids, silicon, or interferon
injections.
Dark
spots and discolorations
They are the mildest form of acne scars.
Generally, these scars fade away with time. However, if it doesn’t happen, then
your dermatologist may recommend acne
scar removal treatments such as microdermabrasion or use of oils and
exfoliators to remove the marks.
In order to get the best results from your acne
scar removal treatment, avoid over exposure to the harmful UV rays. You should
also religiously follow the after-treatment plan provided by the dermatologist.
