Laser Treatments for back acne are done by focusing on the sebaceous glands and killing the bacteria that has formed within the skin. This helps to reduce and remove all scarring as well. There are several types of laser treatments that can be used to treat back acne, however as with any type of laser treatment procedure there are risks involved that one should consider before deciding to go through with them for treatment. The main two types of laser treatment when dealing with acne of the back are Ablative laser treatment and non-Ablative laser treatment.
Ablative Laser Treatment
This type of treatment rapidly heats the skin’s surface by using laser light bursts and vaporizing scar tissue. It progressively heals itself and regenerates new layers of skin to the surface.
Non-ablative Laser Treatment
Non-Ablative laser treatment is intended to cause damage within the skin layer to encourage collagen production. There is also less recovery time required after the procedure.
How much does it cost?
An important thing to understand when considering laser treatment for back acne is the cost. The price range for such a procedure can range anywhere from $600 to $6,000 per treatment. Some cosmetic dermatologists may offer payment plans, however if they do not another thing to consider is if insurance will cover the procedure costs or not.
Things to consider
Listening to the advice of your doctor is crucial when recovering from a laser treatment. Recovery period for such a procedure doesn’t require a very long hospital stay after enduring the actual procedure, however making sure that you follow up with after care accurately is very important. Expect the pain from the procedure to catch up to you after a few hours as it will gradually begin to appear.
Pros
- Painless procedure
- Reduces blemishes
- Eliminates acne scars
- Reduces sebaceous glands that produce oil production
- Prevents future acne problems
- Tightens the skin
- Smoothens skin and scar tissue
Cons
- Expensive
- Risk of laser burns that can cause permanent damage to the skin
- Can lead to hyper pigmentation in some skin types or darker skin toned people
