#Boxcar Scars Market Overview

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https://www.xaphyr.com/blogs/655893/Boxcar-Scars-Market-Analysis-Size-Share-and-Forecast-2031

The Boxcar Scars Market in 2023 is US$ 12.5 billion, and is expected to reach US$ 24.4 billion by 2031 at a CAGR of 8.70%.

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How to prepare for your next acne scar laser treatment?

Severe acne scarring is no joke. The impact has on a person's self-esteem, and self-image can be daunting at best. That's why more and more people are looking for ways to get rid of their acne scars. 

Different scars require different treatments

Acne scars come in various forms. Acne scar removal treatments in Singapore and the rest of the world has developed over the years. To give you a quick overview of this, here are the types of acne scars and the recommended treatments for each:

Rolling acne scars. Characterized by the wavy appearance of the skin. Subcision is the best way to treat these types of acne scars.

Ice pick scars. The skin appears to have been pierced repeatedly by a sharp object like an ice pick. Punch excision is a popular way to fix the scarring.

Boxcar scars. These are round, oval depressions with vertical sides. These are treated with dermal fillers which are injected directly into the scars.

Keloid scars. When the body produces too much collagen, creating a raised scar that often grows larger than the original wound. Steroid injections, pulsed dye laser treatments, and silicone gels are commonly used in treatment.

Acne scar laser treatment

One form of treatment that shines above the rest is an acne scar laser treatment. An acne scar laser treatment is non-invasive. It uses heat technology to remove the dead skin cells to reveal the newer skin underneath.

Aside from the stimulation, the laser treatment also helps to reduce the redness or discoloration of the scars, assisting the skin in return to the right skin tone. 

The procedure usually takes less than an hour to finish. Patients won’t need to set aside recovery time, but they will need to stay out of direct sunlight for a while. 

You can see the results of this treatment faster compared to other methods, and it has a better chance of effectively removing acne scars permanently. But what do we know about it?

Types of laser treatments

There are different types of acne scar laser treatments currently available on the market. Each one is distinct, and it is up to your dermatologist to decide which procedure is best suited for you. Here are the types of laser treatments:

Fractioned laser resurfacing. The laser penetrates the deep layers of the skin and removes the dark pigmented cells. It also encourages the production of collagen and helps renew skin cells. After the treatment is done, scars will be a lot less noticeable than before.

Ablative laser resurfacing. Ideal for acne scars, wats, and wrinkles, it removes the outer layer of skin and destroys damaged skin cells. Doctors often use carbon dioxide lasers or erbium lasers, depending on the situation.

Non-ablative laser resurfacing. Through the use of infrared heat lasers, the heat goes into the inner layers of the skin. The procedure stimulates collagen production and replaces any damaged skin cells.

Does acne scar laser treatment hurt?

During treatment, patients are asked to lie down. Their eyes are given protection and are encouraged to relax before the doctor gets started. 

Generally speaking, acne scar laser treatments don’t cause pain. Patients who underwent treatment noted flashes of a hot, prickling burns.

The burns themselves aren’t too harsh and are gone as soon as they are there. Some have even compared the feeling to static electricity. 

Dermatologists use the laser tool to target problem areas where scarring is at its peak specifically. The duration of the treatment itself will rely on the size of the affected area getting treated.

Preparing for the treatment

Just because the procedure is considered minor, does not mean you can walk into a clinic and set an appointment. There are still preparations beforehand and precautions you need to take. Because if you don't, it can result in some nasty side effects that could have been prevented otherwise. Here are some of the most common preparations you need to take:

Avoid smoking

Do not take medication that can slow down the healing process

Steer clear from skincare products with retinoid and glycolic acid.

Stay out of the sun and wear sunblock if you will be exposed to sunlight for too long.

Inform your doctor if you are susceptible to cold sores.

Aftercare treatment

Your skin needs three to 10 days to heal after each successful session fully. The doctor will give you clear instructions on what you can and can’t do until then. Here are the general rules for acne scar laser treatment aftercare:

Avoid sunlight

Use cold packs or moist cloth to reduce the swollen area

Take pain medication as needed

Moisturize your skin daily

Try to avoid makeup.

Ask your dermatologist any question you may have about the treatment itself. Doing so can help give you a better idea of what you can and cannot expect from the procedure. It also gives your doctor a chance to suggest any other acne scar removal methods that they might think is better for your condition.