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What kinds of laser treatment can remove acnes quickly? any ideas about the wavelength or other determining factors?

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Dr. Mark Johnson answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Photofacial and peel: Most photofacial units have a wavelength setting that kill the p. Acnes bacteria and can greatly improve your condition. Another useful and less costly approach is to have a facial peel with salicylic acid (essentially Aspirin at high concentration). This kills the bacteria, unplugs the pores, and is anti-inflammatory, so decreases facial redness.

Answered 6/24/2014

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Dr. Mike Bowman answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Improve, not remove: You can never remove a scar, once present. However, multiple options for improving the appearance of acne scars exist. Depending on your skin and exact circumstances your facial plastic surgeon or dermatologist may recommend laser treatments (including co2, 1550 nm erbium), peels, dermabrasion, or well as topical treatments. Seek a physician with experience.

Answered 11/9/2012

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