Acne Scar Treatment in Singapore
Acne Scar Treatment in Singapore
Acne scarring is one of the most complex skin concerns to address. Unlike active breakouts, scars represent structural changes within the dermis – and depending on their type, depth, and distribution, they respond differently to treatment. At Skincodes, Dr Ang Sue-May takes a multi-modal approach, assessing each patient’s scar profile before recommending a combination of therapies designed to work together progressively.
Acne scars form when inflammation disrupts the skin’s normal healing process, leaving behind either depressed (atrophic) or raised (hypertrophic) changes in the skin’s architecture. Effective treatment requires targeting multiple layers of the skin – surface texture, mid-dermal collagen, and in some cases, the fibrous bands that tether scars to deeper tissue.
Acne Scar Treatments at Skincodes
Skincodes provides a combination of advanced treatments for different acne scar types and levels of scarring.
Pico Laser (Deka Toro)
The Deka Toro combines picosecond and nanosecond delivery to improve pigmented scarring and stimulate collagen remodelling. The 785nm picosecond wavelength produces a particularly powerful photoacoustic effect, while 1064nm and 532nm nanosecond delivery target deeper and superficial pigmentation respectively. It is particularly effective for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and superficial textural irregularities.
Fractional CO₂ Laser
A well-established resurfacing treatment for atrophic scarring. Fractional delivery creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger deep collagen regeneration, improving scar depth and skin texture over a series of sessions.
Subcision with Dermal Fillers
For tethered rolling scars, subcision manually releases the fibrous bands anchoring the scar. Dermal filler may then be placed beneath the released scar to support lift and prevent re-tethering.
Radio Frequency Microneedling
Delivers radiofrequency energy at precise dermal depths via microneedles, stimulating collagen and elastin production. Useful for overall textural improvement and milder atrophic scarring.
What to Expect at Skincodes
Dr Ang will begin with a thorough assessment of your scar types – ice pick, rolling, boxcar, or mixed – before recommending a tailored protocol. Treatments are typically staged across multiple sessions. Downtime varies by modality: laser resurfacing and subcision involve a recovery period of several days to two weeks, while lighter peels and radiofrequency microneedling carry minimal downtime.
Results develop gradually as the skin rebuilds collagen. Most patients see meaningful improvement over three to six months of treatment.
Why Choose Specialist Surgical Care
Dermatological surgery performed by a specialist offers distinct advantages:
- Accurate pre-surgical diagnosis with dermoscopy. Lesions are assessed carefully as appearances can be
misleading without specialist evaluation - Appropriate margin assessment for cancer excisions based on lesion type and guidelines
- Histological analysis of all removed tissue to confirm diagnosis and clear margins
- Minimally invasive techniques selected to optimise cosmetic outcomes
- Structured follow-up and surveillance for ongoing skin health