October 25, 2006 - There's a new way to treat acne scars on the face. A new laser is helping people get rid of noticeable scars with little hassle.
The new Harmony Pixel Laser smooths skin and gets rid of fine lines too. Pinpoints of laser are used to stimulate collagen and the body's repair system.
Doctors call it a major breakthrough in skin treatment. Dermatologist Dr. Mary Hurley says, "Until now there have not been great treatments, unfortunately, for patients with acne scarring except for sandblasting or blasting off the top two layers of your skin, very invasive-type treatment."
And the patients using it say they are so glad they've "seen the light." Christy Hagler is happy about the treatment, "That's what I thought you have to live with it the rest of your life, but this day in age with the technology that's out, you don't have to anymore."
You'll need about five treatments to get the best results. But if your skin is scarred, multiple trips may be worth it. Hagler says, "Every treatment I do, I see more improvement."
The procedure is not cheap. Each visit costs about $800.
