Do you struggle with deep marks left behind by past breakouts? These severe indentations can cause intense distress and lower your daily confidence. Every day, creams sit on the surface and fail to trigger deep-tissue repair. At Abela Medical in Leeds, we offer advanced clinical procedures designed to smooth out severe facial marks and safely restore a clear, flawless texture to your face.
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Understanding the condition
What are Acne Scars?
This is a common dermal condition that appears after severe facial spots subside. It occurs when deep layers of your skin sustain severe trauma from inflammation. As a result, this damage leaves behind permanent surface indentations or raised tissue marks.
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There are different types of this condition, such as:
Atrophic scars
Characterised by indented tissue. They form when there is a severe loss of collagen. We can divide these into three specific forms: ice pick scars (narrow and deep), rolled scars (broad, wavy depressions), and boxcar scars (wide depressions with sharp edges).
Hypertrophic scars
These are raised, firm marks. They develop due to an overproduction of collagen while the tissue attempts to repair itself.
Keloid scars
A much more severe form of raised tissue that extends far beyond the original spot boundary.
Root factors
What Causes Acne Scars?
Severe Inflammation
Deep, inflamed spots traumatise the lower dermal tissue heavily, which makes severe marks much more likely to form.
Squeezed Spots
When you attempt to extract or burst a spot manually, you disrupt the natural repair process and cause severe tissue trauma.
Delayed Care
If you fail to seek professional medical help early, severe breakouts persist and cause permanent damage to your face.
Genetics and Skin Type
Some individuals have a natural predisposition to severe marks. Furthermore, oily complexions often experience more severe breakouts.
Signs to look for
Symptoms of Acne Scars
A past breakout can leave several noticeable signs on your face:
Ice pick marksDeep, narrow puncture pits.
Boxcar marksBroad, sharp-edged depressions.
Rolled marksWavy surface depressions.
Raised tissueFirm, raised collagen bumps.
Dark marksPersistent dark or red areas.
How to Prevent Acne Scars?
Here are some simple tips to help protect your skin:
01
Seek early medical help
Treat severe breakouts quickly to prevent deep tissue damage.
02
Avoid facial touches
You must never burst, squeeze, or touch your spots. This action spreads bacteria and tears the delicate dermal layers.
03
Maintain a routine
Use premium, non-comedogenic formulas to keep your pores clear and prevent future breakouts.
Clinical procedures
Advanced Treatment Options for Acne Scars
UltraClear Laser Resurfacing
This precise, cold-fibre laser targets damaged tissue with intense accuracy. It removes the outer layers of damaged skin and encourages the growth of new cells to beautifully erase deep marks.
We inject pure hyaluronic acid directly beneath deep, indented marks to act as a structural cushion. This instantly elevates the sunken tissue, creating a beautifully smooth, flat surface.
This innovative procedure converts nitrogen gas into thermal energy to remodel the skin structure. It effectively reduces the visibility of severe marks and safely tightens the entire face.
This advanced device safely creates thousands of microscopic channels in the dermal surface. This process triggers a massive production of fresh collagen to smooth out severe indentations and restore a flawless texture.
This precise, cold-fibre laser targets damaged tissue with intense accuracy. It removes the outer layers of damaged skin and encourages the growth of new cells to beautifully erase deep marks.
We inject pure hyaluronic acid directly beneath deep, indented marks to act as a structural cushion. This instantly elevates the sunken tissue, creating a beautifully smooth, flat surface.
This innovative procedure converts nitrogen gas into thermal energy to remodel the skin structure. It effectively reduces the visibility of severe marks and safely tightens the entire face.
This advanced device safely creates thousands of microscopic channels in the dermal surface. This process triggers a massive production of fresh collagen to smooth out severe indentations and restore a flawless texture.
This precise, cold-fibre laser targets damaged tissue with intense accuracy. It removes the outer layers of damaged skin and encourages the growth of new cells to beautifully erase deep marks.
We inject pure hyaluronic acid directly beneath deep, indented marks to act as a structural cushion. This instantly elevates the sunken tissue, creating a beautifully smooth, flat surface.
Ready to regain clear, beautiful skin? Schedule a consultation with our experienced team at Abela Medical. We will help you find the absolute best treatment option to meet your exact needs. We ensure top-quality care at every step.
They rarely disappear completely on their own. However, our advanced clinical procedures can reduce their visibility significantly and restore a smooth surface.
Every face is unique. You must consult with our medical professionals so we can assess your specific type of mark and recommend a bespoke clinical plan.
The best prevention method is to control the initial breakouts early. You must maintain good facial hygiene and never squeeze your spots.
Costs vary based on the specific procedure and the number of sessions required to achieve your goals. We will provide a precise, transparent cost at your initial consultation.
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Abela Medical 1 Sizers Ct, Yeadon Leeds LS19 7DP, United Kingdom Free parking on-site
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Mon to Fri 09:00 to 17:00 Saturday 09:00 to 16:00 Sunday Open on selected days (please enquire)