Can a facelift eliminate acne scars?

Can a facelift eliminate acne scars?
  • last update date 2022-03-02

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What is facelift

A facelift is a surgical procedure that aims to improve the appearance of the face by correcting loose tissue and reducing the signs of aging.

Indeed, over the years, the skin gradually loses its elasticity, with wrinkles forming first in the areas where facial expressions appear (mainly around the eyes and mouth), then reaching the rest of the face and neck. The facelift process treats sagging tissue and sagging skin to give a firmer, tighter and more youthful appearance.

When it comes to acne, a lot of people develop acne at some point in their lives and it's often a short term problem often associated with adolescence, but it can cause a lifelong concern for some. Acne scars make many people unhappy with their appearance, especially acne scars that appear on the face. Acne scars generally leave traces and depressions of varying depth.

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Can a facelift remove acne scars

Can a facelift eliminate acne scars? Yes, a facelift can reduce acne scarring, but it won't disappear completely, because a facelift works to tighten the underlying tissues - not the skin itself, helping to reduce the appearance of scars. uniquely.

Many patients ask if a facelift is a permanent treatment for acne scars because the tightening of the skin reduces the appearance of scars. The answer depends on several factors, including the severity of the scar, its location on the face, and other factors. A facelift can sometimes effectively reduce the appearance of a superficial acne scar, while a facelift will not be able to remove and treat scars deeper in the underlying tissues.

Acne Scar Treatment

Now that we have explained the limitations of a facelift in the treatment of acne scars, we would like to point out that there are a selection of non-surgical options to improve the skin and reduce the appearance of acne scars. Microneedling, chemical peeling and dermarolling are cosmetic treatments aimed at removing acne scars:

Chemical Peel: This is a non-surgical procedure that removes dead and damaged outer layers of skin with a topical product, resulting in smoother skin.

Derma Roller Technology: This cosmetic procedure scrapes the outer layers of skin with an abrasive tool, stimulating the formation of healthy new skin cells.

Micro-needling: This is a non-surgical method that works to rejuvenate the skin and involves acupuncture with micro-needling into the skin to create micro-injuries that stimulate collagen formation and healthy cell turnover skin.

Filler injections

Filler injections are also a good option. It can be injected in smaller amounts to fill depressions and pits left by acne scars.

There are many options for treating acne scars that we offer our patients at MIRA Clinic. There is no need to be confused when trying to decide which treatment is best for you; Leave it to us. Contact the specialists at MIRA Clinic for a free consultation.