Continuing further from our past article, Acne: Treatment Methods of Acne: Details of Acne Treatment, in this article, we will elaborate on the fine details, methods, side effects and cost involved for a specific acne treatment methods called the Laser Acne Treatment Method or Acne Laser Treatment.

Acne Laser treatment or Laser Treatment of Acne:
The laser treatment for acne finds use for two cases:
- first, for removing the scars left behind by acnes &
- second, for treatment of acnes itself

The laser used for acne treatment is for producing the following effects:

* to burn away the follicle sac from which the hair grows
* to burn away the sebaceous gland which produces the oil
* to induce formation of oxygen in the bacteria to kill them and prevent acne

Here are some Pictures of Before and After Laser Acne Treatment:


What are the side-effects of Laser Treatment of Acne?
The Acne Laser treatment method is learnt to induce hyperpigmented macules (spots) and aloso cause dryness of the skin which may last long-term.
Also skin discoloration, skin crusting and, in some cases, swelling of the affected areas are other known side effects. The Carbon Dioxide laser is also known to produce higher levels of pigmentation during the acne blemish laser treatment