Scar Filler (Wound and Acne Mark Filler)

The treatment of acne scars with filler applications can reduce or completely eliminate acne marks or scars on the skin. This treatment allows us to fill the pits occurring on the skin due to various reasons and ensures that the surface becomes smooth and even. Essentially, the primary goal of scar filler is to improve the appearance of the scar. In filler applications, hyaluronic acid-based filler material is preferred as the substance. It is applied by injecting the filler material under the skin. These fillers fill the gaps occurring under the skin and make the skin surface smooth and even. As a result, the appearance of acne scars is improved. The effects of scar filler do not stop there. It also triggers the skin's collagen production and allows the scars to heal over time and the skin to renew itself. Scar filler applied in sessions can maintain its effects from a few months up to several years. The longevity of the results may vary according to the area where the treatment is applied, the filler material used, and individual factors. Before treating acne scars with a filler procedure, the condition of the skin should be examined, and the opinion of a medical aesthetic doctor or a dermatologist should be obtained regarding the most accurate treatment method. Additionally, the individual should be informed about skin care before and after the treatment. In this way, the longevity of the results obtained from the treatment can be increased. Medical Aesthetic Doctor Dr. Lida Çiteli explained what people are curious about regarding Scar Filler for you.

What is a Scar?

Scars are marks formed as a result of tissue damage and the repair process resulting from conditions such as infections, acne, or injuries occurring in the skin. Especially acne can cause marks, pits, and irregularities on the skin surfaces of many people. It is possible to treat acne scars with scar filler. Scar filler alleviates the appearance of these marks. Hyaluronic acid-based filler material is used in scar filler. By injecting this filler material under the skin, the scar pits are filled, and the individual's skin surface becomes smoother. Filler substances do not only fill the gaps on the skin surface. Besides this, they also trigger the skin's collagen production. Thanks to increased collagen production, scars show improvement over time. Scar filler is generally planned and applied in several sessions. How long the results of scar filler will last can vary according to the quality of the filler material used, individual characteristics, and lifestyle. Generally, it has an effect duration ranging between a few months and a few years. Before deciding on scar filler, a specialist dermatologist or medical aesthetic doctor must be consulted, and the treatment planning most suitable for your individual needs should be made.

What is Scar Filler (Scar and Acne Mark Filler)?

Scar filler is used to alleviate the appearance of marks, pits, and other irregularities occurring in the skin. The filler materials used in scar filler are calcium hydroxyapatite, hyaluronic acid, and polylactic acid. The aim of this treatment, which is applied by injecting the filler material under the skin, is to fill the depressions occurring on the skin surface and trigger the skin's collagen production. This treatment, performed using local anesthetic creams, should be carried out under clinical conditions by a specialist and experienced physician.

How is Scar Filler Applied?

Scar filler should be performed by a specialist dermatologist or medical aesthetic doctor in professional clinical conditions. In scar filler, which consists of several steps, the area where the treatment will be applied is first evaluated. The most accurate filler material is decided upon by considering the individual's skin type, the type, and depth of the scars. Before starting the treatment, the area is numbed with local anesthetic creams, ensuring the patient does not feel any discomfort. After the anesthesia takes effect, the filler material is injected under the patient's skin with the help of a sterile needle or cannula. Depressions on the skin surface are filled with dermal filler material, providing the patient with a smoother skin appearance. This procedure, which can be completed in a short time frame of 15 to 30 minutes, can extend up to an hour if the patient has a large number of scars. Minimal swelling or redness may occur at the injection sites after the treatment. However, these are natural, possible, and expected side effects. They heal spontaneously within a short time. After the treatment, the individual's attention to skin care and compliance with the doctor's recommendations makes the results of the scar filler more lasting.

Who is Suitable for Scar Filler (Scar and Acne Mark Filler)?

Scar filler is used to reduce the appearance of pits formed due to acne marks, traumas, or surgical wounds occurring in the skin. In other words, if you complain about scars and pits on your skin, you can apply for scar filler. In scar filler, which is generally a safe treatment method, the individual's skin type, the type and depth of the scars, and the patient's general health status still need to be evaluated. However, it should be noted that scar filler is the most attractive treatment method for people who have deep and prominent acne scars or depressions. If you do not have any allergy to the filler material to be used, you can safely have scar filler. Doctors only do not recommend filler application for mothers during pregnancy and breastfeeding periods or for individuals with active skin infections. Therefore, it is definitely necessary to plan a doctor's appointment before the treatment.

How Many Types of Scars are There? What are the Scar Types?

Tissue changes occurring during the healing process of the skin after conditions such as injury, inflammation, or trauma are called scars. Acne scars are generally classified into three main types. These are keloid scars, atrophic scars, and hypertrophic scars.

Atrophic Scars

Atrophic scars, the most common type of scar seen after acne, leave marks in the form of depressions on the skin. This type of scar, caused by the tissue loss experienced under the skin, shows itself as gaps remaining below the skin surface. Sub-types such as ice pick scars, rolling scars, and boxcar scars are available.

Hypertrophic Scars

Hypertrophic scars, occurring as a result of excess tissue emerging after wounds on the skin have healed, generally have a red and raised appearance. However, it should also be noted that these scars tend to flatten over time. The collagen deposit remaining in the wound area is the primary cause of hypertrophic scars.

Keloid Scar

Keloids, which we can evaluate as a sub-type of hypertrophic scars, are scars that tend to grow beyond the injuries occurring in the skin and expand over time. The borders of keloids are indistinct and are darker in color than the skin's own normal tone. Treating them is more difficult compared to others.

What are Acne Scar Treatments?

Acne scars are marks that continue to remain on our skin after the healing of acne. These marks are a source of discomfort and concern for a large number of people. However, it is possible to alleviate the appearance of these marks and make the skin smooth with scar filler. The treatment methods used in eliminating acne scars are as follows:

What is Scar Treatment with Chemical Peeling?

In the treatment of acne scars, dermatologists first evaluate the chemical peeling application. In the chemical peeling process, damaged and dead cells on the surface of the skin are exfoliated. Subsequently, new and healthy skin cells replace the exfoliated skin. As a result, the appearance of acne scars is alleviated.

What is Scar Treatment with Laser?

Another treatment method used in the treatment of acne scars is laser applications. Laser beams trigger collagen production in the lower layer of the skin and accelerate the skin's self-renewal process. This contributes to the healing of the scars. Different options such as micro-ablation or fractional laser are available in scar treatment with laser. This process helps the reconstruction of the scar tissue on the skin surface and aims for the individual to achieve a smooth skin appearance.

What is Scar Treatment with Dermaroller?

Another popular application used in the treatment of acne scars is the dermaroller. In the dermaroller application, a cylinder equipped with fine needles is rolled over the skin. This application, which creates a slight trauma on the skin surface, starts the skin's self-renewal and healing process. It triggers collagen production in the skin. This ensures that the appearance of acne scars is significantly reduced.

Scar Filler

One of the most effective methods used in the treatment of acne scars is scar filler. Filling the gaps located under the scars with hyaluronic acid-based filler material makes the skin look much more even and smooth. This method is an extremely effective treatment, especially in eliminating pitted acne scars.

How is Scar Treatment Performed?

Acne scars are an important skin health problem experienced by most people. However, it is necessary to know that scars are a treatable skin problem. There are numerous methods used in the treatment of acne scars and applied to heal the skin and provide a smooth appearance. The methods applied in the treatment of acne scars are as follows:

Microdermabrasion

This method uses small crystals to reduce dead skin cells and scar marks located in the upper layer of the skin. In this application, a slight abrasion is applied to the skin surface. The microdermabrasion method encourages the skin to renew itself, and as a result, the individual achieves a healthier and younger skin.

Chemical Peeling

Special chemical components used in chemical peeling application exfoliate the upper layer of the skin and therefore reduce scar marks. With chemical peeling, it is also possible to eliminate color inequalities in the skin and improve the general appearance of the skin, in addition to scar marks.

Laser Treatment

Laser treatment reduces the appearance of scar marks by triggering collagen production in the lower layer of the skin. The intensity and type of laser beams are determined according to the depth of the scars on the skin and the patient's skin type. Laser treatment is a frequently preferred method because it gives effective results.

Scar Filler

With the injection of dermal filler materials, scar marks on the skin are filled and the skin is made smoother. The hyaluronic acid-based filler material used in scar filler contains collagen in its content. This alleviates the appearance of scars while adding radiance to the skin.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion treatment ensures that the upper layer of the skin undergoes controlled trauma and in this way helps the elimination of scar marks. In the dermabrasion process, the renewal of the skin surface and the achievement of a smoother skin texture are ensured.

Is Scar Filler Permanent?

No, scar filler is not a permanent application. Hyaluronic acid-based filler materials lose their effect by being absorbed by the body over time. Although this period varies according to the person's age, metabolism, environmental conditions, and lifestyle, it can generally show effectiveness between 6 and 24 months.

How Long Does It Take for Scar Filler to Take Effect?

Scar filler begins to show its effects immediately after the injection. However, time is needed for definitive results to be seen. Final results can spread over a period of 4 to 12 weeks along with the increase in collagen synthesis.

How Many Sessions is Scar Filler Performed?

How many sessions of scar filler will be applied is determined according to the needs and expectations of the person. While single-session scar filler may be sufficient for many patients, if deep and widespread acne scars are in question, additional sessions can be planned. A three-session treatment plan can be made against advanced-level scars. Leaving 4-6 week time intervals between scar filler sessions is beneficial for the skin's self-renewal and collagen production.

How is the Recovery Process After Scar Filler?

Scar filler is a minimally invasive treatment procedure. Therefore, a fast and comfortable recovery process is experienced. Although side effects such as mild redness, sensitivity, bruising, or edema due to injection occur, they heal within a short time without any treatment. These complications, which show a decrease within the first two to three days, disappear within three to seven days. You can continue your daily life from where you left off immediately after the treatment.

What Should Be Considered After Scar Filler?

What needs to be considered after the treatment for the results to be permanent and successful is as follows:

• Sun should not be directly exposed to, sunscreens should be used
• No cosmetic products should be used on the first day
• Strenuous exercises and physical activities should be avoided
• Hot and steamy environments such as Turkish baths and saunas should be avoided
• Chemical components that could irritate the skin should be kept away from.

All these precautions reduce the risk of complications and ensure the results are more long-lasting.

What are the Differences Between Scar Filler and Laser Treatment?

Differences between scar filler and acne mark treatment with laser:

Scar filler provides physical filling of the sunken areas in the skin, shows its effect immediately, and is mostly preferred in atrophic scars. In contrast, scar treatment with laser provides the renewal of the skin surface and the triggering of the skin's collagen production. It generally gives successful results on superficial and medium-depth scars. When the doctor deems it necessary, they can apply these two treatments together in combination and in this way obtain maximum benefit.

Scar Treatment Prices

The prices and costs of scar treatment are shaped according to the treatment method to be used, the width of the procedure area, the quality of the materials to be used, and the qualification of the specialist who will perform the treatment. To get up-to-date and clear information regarding the prices of scar filler and other scar treatments, you can contact your Medical Aesthetic Doctor Lida Çiteli.

Provinces Where We Provide Scar Filler (Wound and Acne Scar Filler) Services

Medical Aesthetic Specialist Dr. Lida Çiteli provides Scar Filler (Wound and Acne Scar Filler) services to patients from various cities in Turkey and from around the world as part of health tourism, at her clinic based in Istanbul.