Collagen Regeneration in Acne Scar Treatment
Over time, continued acne breakouts can causing dark spots and scarring. There are treatments available for acne scarring, and among these, collagen regeneration is promising.
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When to Get Treatment
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Your acne must be under control before collagen regeneration treatments for acne scarring can begin. The dermatologist will recommend an acne treatment regimen to get your acne under control.
Scar Creams and Gels
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Scar creams and gels cannot get rid of acne scars, but they may be very helpful in improving their appearance. Products containing vitamin C, retinol or glycolic acid can help the body produce new collagen and plump up the skin.
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Fillers
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Collagen injections can "fill" in scars or plump up the skin, making scars less visible. Most of these injections are temporary. One permanent collagen injection treatment is PMMA (polymethylmethacrylate).
Collagen Regeneration
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Several products on the market claim to boost the skin's natural process of regenerating collagen and treating scars from acne; one is AcneMD. You should check with your doctor or dermatologist to determine if one of these products would be effective for you.
Augmentation
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In augmentation, collagen is injected under the scar, causing the scar to "float" up to the surface of the skin.
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