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I had a lot of acne on my forehead when i was younger, and this resulted in dark acne scars on my forehead with some mini indentations where the acne was. what can i use to reduce the scaring as they are not getting lighter with age?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

You can try Mederma: or Vitamin E topically. You may also want to consider seeing a dermatologist, as there are some newer therapies that can not be obtained over-the-counter.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I had a lot of acne on my forehead when i was younger, and this resulted in dark acne scars on my forehead with some mini indentations where the acne was. what can i use to reduce the scaring as they are not getting lighter with age?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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