How Do Lasers Help in Treating Acne?

Understanding Acne

Acne is a medical term referring to a condition where the skin pores or hair follicles become clogged with dirt, dead skin cells, excess oil, and sometimes bacteria. The condition is mainly classified into two types: non-inflammatory (open/closed comedones) and inflammatory (papules, pustules, cysts, and nodules). Inflammatory acne breakouts occur due to bacterial growth that triggers inflammation and are more likely to leave scars. Many individuals dealing with stubborn or recurring acne now opt for Acne Laser Treatment in Gurgaon to effectively manage breakouts and minimize the risk of scarring.

How Lasers Help in Tackling Acne?

Acne laser treatment typically works through three mechanisms:

• Reduction of sebum output on the skin surface

Lasers can help control sebum/skin oil production by targeting and shrinking the sebaceous glands, which produce oil. As oily skin makes the skin prone to acne breakouts, multiple laser sessions can help clear acne and even prevent future acne breakouts.  

• Elimination of acne-causing bacteria and associated inflammation

Laser light generates immense heat, which can kill the acne-causing bacteria or inhibit their growth. As bacteria are the source of infection and inflammation, the laser helps calm inflammation, too, thus making skin appear clearer and feel better.

• Speeding up natural healing processes

Lasers cause a controlled thermal injury to the skin, and the skin responds by stimulating the natural healing response. Collagen remodeling takes place in the skin, which leaves the skin firmer and smoother. This further helps fill in indented acne scars and makes skin appear rejuvenated and refreshed.

Different Acne Laser Treatments

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• Blue and red-light therapy: Blue light wavelength is around 415 nm, whereas red light wavelength is around 600-700 nm. Blue light alone can help kill Cutibacterium acnes bacterium and reduce acne breakouts. Red light works deeper in the targeted skin to reduce inflammation, encourage healing, and improve skin texture with new collagen production. A combination of both lights can address bacteria and inflammation together. It can tackle mild to moderate acne and heal acne scars.

• Photodynamic therapy (PDT): This treatment involves the use of photosensitizing cream and light of a suitable, specific wavelength. First, the cream is applied to make the skin sensitive to light, thus treating stubborn inflammatory lesions.

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• Ablative laser resurfacing: Fractional and diode lasers work to remove the damaged skin layers and encourage the new, clear, healthy skin to grow back. This treatment is effective in calming the acne-caused inflammation and even boosts collagen growth, which can solve the problem of scars.

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• Non-ablative laser treatment: It is the gentler approach to address lesions. It targets the acne and scars by encouraging a natural healing response.

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What to Expect During a Laser Acne Treatment Session?

The session starts with cleaning the targeted area and applying a numbing cream. Eye protection for laser light must be worn by the patient and the technician. Next, the professional places the laser handpiece over the targeted area and permits the emission of laser light. As the laser light acts on the skin, a feeling like a superheated needle is being inserted into the skin is expected. The overall session lasts for a maximum of 45-90 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area.

Why Choose Laser for Acne Treatment?

Lasers can serve as the best solution for clearing acne or preventing its flare-ups. Their added benefit is seen in some types of acne lasers. Most dermatologists recommend lasers for acne due to the following reasons:

• Safe and effective for acne management and treating acne scars
• High success rate
• Minimal invasiveness- meaning minimal side effects, discomfort, procedure time, and recovery
• Boosts collagen production, thereby improving skin texture
• Reduces skin oiliness, inflammation, and skin tone irregularities.

Take Steps Towards Clearer Skin Today

If you think that lasers can help you control acne breakouts and even fade acne scars, consult a highly skilled and experienced laser expert, Dr. Shilpi Bhadani, a renowned Female Plastic Surgeon in Gurgaon, at SB Aesthetics. The clinic offers the best and reasonably priced acne laser treatment as well as advanced acne scar laser treatment in Gurgaon. Schedule your consultation today to explore the right treatment for your skin.

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