What Causes Acne Scars? How Are They Treated?

Acne, especially when severe, can leave scars on the skin. These scars can usually be in the form of pits (atrophic scars) or raised spots (hypertrophic/keloid scars).

What Causes Acne Scars?
When inflammation in the skin damages deep tissues, the healing process is disrupted and permanent scars can form. Genetic predisposition, severity of inflammation and untreated acne increase the risk of scar formation.

Treatment Methods
✔ Laser Treatment: Fractional lasers lighten acne scars by supporting skin renewal.
✔ Chemical Peeling: It is applied especially for light scars, peeling the upper layer of the skin and providing renewal.
✔ Microneedling: Increases collagen production by causing micro damage under the skin, thus reducing the appearance of scars.
✔ Filler Injections: Used to fill deep pits, but the effect is temporary.
✔ Surgical Methods: Local surgical procedures can be applied for severe scars.

How to Choose Treatment?
The treatment method is determined by the depth of the scars and skin type. While peeling and microneedling may be sufficient for light scars, deep pits may require laser or filler.

The earlier they are treated, the more successful the result will be. If your acne scars bother you, you can decide on the most appropriate treatment by consulting a specialist