When looking into acne scar laser treatment, people should realize that the skin’s condition can be greatly improved, but perfection shouldn’t be expected. A laser treatment involves using a laser beam that damages the outer layers of the skin, resulting in fresh, new skin to shine through. The laser and light therapies that are used can also help to damage the oil glands which could help to prevent further acne. There is a 10 to 21 day recovery time for any type of acne scar laser treatment.
Acne Scar Laser Treatment Cost
Acne scar laser treatment should always be done by a board certified doctor who has experience with this type of procedure. Laser treatments are relatively expensive, especially when the entire face needs to be treated. The price range varies from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars, with an average cost of approximately $2500.
The cheapest way to pay for acne laser treatment is either by using cash or financing at a zero percent interest rate and making monthly, on-time payments. There are usually financing programs available and sometimes such programs offer 12 to 18 months of financing with no interest. Some professionals may even offer discounts if procedures are paid in full using cash; it never hurts to ask.
Laser Scar Removal Benefits
There are several benefits of acne laser surgery. The main benefit is experiencing an improvement in the condition of the skin. Laser treatment is able to help visibly minimize the appearance of acne scars, including those that are discolored or deeply pitted. Another benefit of acne scar laser treatment is that it’s an outpatient procedure. Even though anesthesia and sedatives are given to patients prior to the procedure, once the treatment is over, patients are able to recover at home. One final benefit of acne laser treatment is that the lasers are able to target the specified area(s) without harming the surrounding skin.
Patients with light or red colored hair who have fair skin tones can expect a longer recovery period than those with darker hair or skin tones. Even after the 10 to 21 day recovery or healing period, the skin may still appear red for up to six months or longer after the acne scar laser treatment. It’s important to remember that laser treatment on the skin can be very costly and patients should never expect perfect results. With that said, acne scar laser treatment can still greatly improve the color and texture of the skin that has resulted from acne scarring.
Sources:
DermaNetwork.org: “Laser Resurfacing” (assessed March 27, 2010)
MayoClinic.org: “Acne Treatments: Emerging Therapies for Clearer Skin” (assessed March 27, 2010)
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