Can all acne scars be reversed with dermabrasion?
Unfortunately no. Dermabrasion does not work in all individuals with acne scars nor does it remove all scars. Deep acne scars usually require much more aggressive treatments, like laser or surgery. Overall, less than 10%-20% of individuals have a satisfactory result. Even though dermabrasion is hyped up as a great treatment, most individuals are disappointed with the results. The choice is ugly looking acne scars, or skin that has been grinded down by the cosmetic physician. Dermabrasion often works best for small acne scars that are fresh and not to deep
Who performs the actual procedure?
You can rest assured that if you are not Ms M Obama or Madonna, a technician is going to perform the procedure. The doctor only does this procedure for VIPs- most times they are too busy running 10 other clinics trying to make more money.
What are alternative treatments for acne scars?
When dermabrasion fails, other options include use of dermal fillers like collagen, hyaluronic acid, or fat. These procedures can improve depressed scars and also be combined with dermabrasion. Today, laser is being hyped up as a treatment for acne scars (See next report)
What is cost of dermabrasion for acne scars?
The average cost for dermabrasion is anywhere from $2,000-$5,000 and there are no refunds if the treatment does not work.
Does it always work?
Unfortunately, even in the best of hands only 10%-20% of individuals have a decent result. The rest have a poor or a worse result.
Final point
There is no perfect method to treat acne scars. Dermabrasion is just one another treatment for acne scars. Do not believe for a second that any doctor can easily cure acne scars. In some cases, dermabrasion does help fade acne scars and the treatments are expensive. So before you jump in a queue- ask questions, get referrals, many health care professionals who treat acne scars are hopeless/clueless, other make false promises and only want your money. Read about what is involved, the costs, refunds, guarantee and get everything in writing. Ask the physician if he or she is board certified and check credentials.
Always get a second opinion. Times are tough and the last thing you want to do is spend your money on a worthless therapy and end up with a skin that is worse looking than what you started out with-good luck
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