Acne scar removal in Katy, TX

Suffering from acne and the negative impact it can have on your self-confidence is often thought of as a teenage problem. In fact, many dermatology patients in Houston struggle with acne or scarring that remains after the acne has been cleared up well into their adult years. Dr. Seymour of Dr. W. Dermatology helps patients find ways to reduce their acne scars and regain their confidence.

The first step to treating acne scarring is to determine what type of acne caused the scars and the how severe the scarring is. Some scars simply need time and will go away on their own, while others require dermatology treatment to eliminate. Some scars can cause a change in skin coloration, others cause a loss of tissue; some scars are raised, while others are indentations in the skin. Once Dr. Weaver has determine the type of scarring that is affecting your skin, he can then determine the best course of treatment.

Some patients may opt for microdermabrasion, which deeply exfoliates the skin and removes the outermost layer of damaged skin cells. For other patients a chemical peel can improve the depth of scaring while also helping to even out the skin’s tone and texture. Laser therapy is another common treatment that can be used to remove the top layer of skin and rejuvenate a patient’s appearance. Finally, for deep scarring, patients may opt for dermal fillers that will add volume to scars that are depressed into the skin. While dermal fillers are not permanent, the results will last for several months.

Patients who are dealing with acne scarring are encouraged to find a trusted and respected dermatologist to help them address their concerns. While there are products in drug stores and makeup counters that claim to minimize the appearance of scarring, they often leave patients disappointed with the results, or worse, they can be harsh and harmful to the skin.

Dr. Weaver understands how products and treatments can react differently with individual patients. He also understands that lifestyle and budget often play a role in helping patients decide which treatment to opt for. To that end, Dr. Weaver knows that there is no one size fits all approach to dermatology care and instead treats every patient as an individual and with respectful and quality care. For more information about treating acne scars or any of our other services, call Dr. W. Dermatology today.