Fotona Acne / Scar Treatment
Acne & Acne Scar Revision
Treat active acne and acne scarring as related but different problems, with laser depth and technology selected for what the skin is showing now.
Quick Facts
Start with the treatment. Confirm the plan in consultation.
What It Is
Acne & Acne Scar Revision in plain language.
Fotona acne and acne-scar protocols can address different parts of the acne picture. Active breakouts, post-inflammatory pigment and established scars are not interchangeable concerns and should not be treated with one generic laser setting.
Separate the concern
The physician distinguishes active acne, redness, pigment, textural scars and other skin findings.
Choose the treatment target
Laser wavelength, depth or an alternative treatment is selected according to the dominant issue.
Treat in stages when needed
Active acne control and scar remodeling may occur at different times rather than in one identical protocol.
What It May Help With
Goals this treatment may support.
These are treatment possibilities, not a recommendation. Candidacy and the final plan are confirmed after physician assessment.
Active acne support
One of the goals this treatment may support when clinically appropriate.
Acne-scar appearance
One of the goals this treatment may support when clinically appropriate.
Texture irregularity
One of the goals this treatment may support when clinically appropriate.
Post-acne skin quality
One of the goals this treatment may support when clinically appropriate.
Selected pigment / redness concerns
One of the goals this treatment may support when clinically appropriate.
Physician-Led Selection
The treatment name is only the starting point.
The first question is whether the concern is active acne, scarring, pigment or another diagnosis. Medical evaluation comes before choosing the laser.
Treatment Experience
What treatment may feel like.
Treatment sensation depends on whether the plan targets active acne, deeper scar remodeling or resurfacing. More intensive scar treatment can require more recovery.
Results & Timeline
What happens next.
Improvement depends on acne activity, scar type, severity, skin characteristics and adherence to the treatment plan. Complete elimination of acne or scars should not be promised.
Preparation & Recovery
Before and after your treatment.
Before Your Treatment
- Review acne medications, isotretinoin history, topical actives, prior procedures and pigment history.
- Tell the physician about active infection, open lesions or significant irritation.
- Follow any medication or skincare instructions provided for the selected protocol.
After Your Treatment
- Use gentle skincare and sun protection as directed.
- Do not pick or traumatize healing acne or treated scar areas.
- Follow protocol-specific instructions for acne care versus resurfacing / scar treatment.
The instructions given by your treating clinician take priority over general website information.
Related Results
A glimpse of what’s possible.
Explore selected before-and-after results relevant to this treatment. Visit our Results gallery to see more.
View Results →FAQ
Common questions.
Can the same laser setting treat active acne and old scars?
Not necessarily. Active acne and established scars involve different treatment targets and often require different approaches.
Can laser eliminate acne scars?
No treatment can guarantee complete scar removal. The goal is improvement, and results vary.
Which Fotona machine is used?
The platform and settings depend on the concern. SP Dynamis and StarWalker capabilities can overlap in selected acne / scar pathways.
Will I have downtime?
Downtime varies from minimal-disruption acne-focused treatment to more significant healing after deeper scar resurfacing.
Can HydraFacial be part of acne care?
HydraFacial may support selected congestion or maintenance goals when appropriate, but it does not replace physician evaluation of active acne or scarring.
Next Step
Start with your goal.
Treatment planning is physician-led. Your consultation determines whether Acne & Acne Scar Revision - or another approach - is appropriate for you.