Summary: Best Approach for Preventing Acne Scars
The best approach for preventing and reducing a case of scars is to begin treating acne as soon as possible in its development, and to continue treating it as long as treatment is required. When the chances are that inflammation may be prevented or reduced, the chances become better that the scars may be prevented. Collagen treatment usually does not work as well for ice-pick scars and keloids. Collagen derived from cows or other non-human sources cannot be used in people with autoimmune diseases. The degree of the acne problem determines the right treatment. Practicing good skin care can help control mild acne, but scar tissue can result if moderate to severe cases are not addressed by a dermatologist.
The best approach for preventing and reducing a case of scars is to
begin treating acne as soon as possible in its development, and to
continue treating it as long as treatment is required. When the
chances are that inflammation may be prevented or reduced, the
chances become better that the scars may be prevented. Collagen
treatment usually does not work as well for ice-pick scars and
keloids. Collagen derived from cows or other non-human sources
cannot be used in people with autoimmune diseases. The degree of
the acne problem determines the right treatment. Practicing good
skin care can help control mild acne, but scar tissue can result if
moderate to severe cases are not addressed by a dermatologist.
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