Quantcast BEFORE: This patient wanted laster skin renewal to improve the appearance of acne scars on his cheeks. AFTER: Following acne laser treatment, the appearance of acne scars on this patient's cheek has been reduced. BEFORE: This patient wanted the appearance of his acne scars on his forehead minimized by laser treatment. AFTER: Following acne laser treatment, the appearance of acne scars on this patient's forehead has been reduced.
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BEFORE: This patient wanted laster skin renewal to improve the appearance of acne scars on his cheeks.
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A variety of methods involving light can be used to improve acne. A popular approach is to combine an infrared laser with skin cooling to target oil gland production, a key element in acne formation. A second approach involves a chemical that makes the oil gland and follicle sensitive to light plus the application of a bright light such as a laser, Intense Pulsed Light, or lamp. A recently described method uses a suction apparatus mated to an Intense Pulsed Light source to remove plugged up follicles before applying laser energy.
Last Modified: 10 Feb 2009

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