Acne scar treatments in Franklin, TN, are offered at our top-notch dermatology practice, Satori Dermatology & Wellness. We want you to live your best blemish-free, acne-scar-free life, which is why our best-in-class board-certified dermatologist offers only the most effective and cutting-edge acne scar treatments on the medical market. We use a comprehensive approach, and the treatment that is best for you will depend on your unique skin condition.
Types of Acne Scars We Treat in Franklin
We specialize in treating all varieties of acne scarring with our comprehensive suite of advanced treatments. Understanding the specific type of acne scars you have is crucial for developing the most effective treatment plan for your unique skin.
Ice Pick Scars
These deep, narrow scars appear as small, concentrated depressions in the skin, resembling punctures made by an ice pick. Ice pick scars typically result from severe cystic acne that destroys skin tissue. Our board-certified dermatologists effectively address these challenging surface scars using specialized, minimally-invasive treatments like TCA CROSS (trichloroacetic acid chemical reconstruction of skin scars), fractional laser therapy, and advanced microneedling techniques.
Boxcar Scars
Boxcar scars present as round or oval depressions with steep, defined edges—similar to chicken pox scars. These scars form when inflammation destroys collagen, causing the skin to lose support. In our Franklin clinic, we successfully treat boxcar scars using a combination of dermal fillers, Cutera® laser treatments, and subcision techniques that release the fibrous bands pulling down the skin.
Rolling Scars
Characterized by wave-like depressions across otherwise normal skin, rolling scars result from fibrous connections forming between the skin and subcutaneous tissue. These scars respond exceptionally well to our state-of-the-art treatments, including subcision to release the tethered skin, followed by collagen-stimulating procedures like microneedling with PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and fractional laser resurfacing.
Hypertrophic Scars and Keloid Scars
Unlike depressed scars, hypertrophic and keloid scars appear as raised tissue due to excess collagen production during healing. These scars are more common in individuals with darker skin tones. Our Franklin dermatologists specialize in treating these challenging scars using a multi-modal approach that may include intralesional steroid injections, laser therapy, and silicone-based treatments.
Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)
While technically not a textural scar, PIH appears as dark spots where acne lesions have healed. These discolorations can persist for months or years, especially in darker skin tones. Our expert team effectively treats PIH using medical-grade chemical peels, specialized lightening agents, and targeted laser treatments that break up excess melanin without damaging surrounding tissue.
Our Acne Treatment Offerings
Many of the acne scar treatment options we offer may be employed to diminish the presence of acne scarring (a multi-tiered approach). Our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Jill Crowell, understands how acne scarring can affect one’s self-confidence and are committed to providing you with top-tier care in a state-of-the-art environment.
Many of the acne scar treatments will also simultaneously treat hyperpigmentation, redness, and inflamed blemishes. We offer only the latest and greatest in medical-grade, FDA-approved acne scar relief treatments.
Our top-notch, board-certified general dermatologist offers the following treatments for acne scarring:
- Chemical peels: We offer clinical-strength chemical peels that target clogged pores, inflamed blemishes, acne breakouts, hyperpigmentation, and mild to deep scarring. Our top-notch team utilizes a formula created to chemically clear out damaged / dead skin cells to unclog pores containing congestion. The chemical peels offered at Satori Dermatology & Wellness also detoxify, nourish, and hydrate the skin. If you suffer from acne or acne scarring, a chemical peel may help free your pores and eliminate acne.
Best for: acne, mild to deep scarring, hyperpigmentation, inflamed blemishes - Cutera® laser treatment: Cutera® Genesis Laser procedures treat redness/scarring due to acne. The Cutera® laser treatment offers long-term acne relief using controlled heat to eradicate the bacteria causing the acne. This treatment offers an effective, long-term solution to both acne and acne scars. Laser procedures target overactive sebaceous glands to eliminate the overproduction of oil responsible for clogging the skin.
Best for: redness, scarring - Fractional laser treatment: Fractional laser treatment targets acne scars through the use of revolutionary skin resurfacing. This laser treatment only targets scarred parts of the skin in order to leave the surrounding healthy skin intact while eliminating any acne-induced scarring. Fractional laser treatment is a highly popular treatment, as there is no downtime, and the recovery time is rapid. This treatment is recommended for all skin types.
Best for: scarring
Your Journey to Clear, Confident Skin Begins in Franklin
Our best-in-class cosmetic dermatology staff takes extreme pride in providing our patients with the highest quality patient care from initial evaluation to final post-treatment results.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a cosmetic dermatology or general dermatology consultation, please contact us.