Three Kinds of Scar
Ice pick, boxcar and rolling. Each responds to a different treatment.
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Acne and Acne Scars Treatment
Expert, top-rated treatment for acne and acne scars: smoother, clearer skin without surgery
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions there is, and for many people it does not leave quietly. It leaves scars, pits and a change in the skin’s texture that makeup cannot hide and time rarely erases. Those marks can be treated. At Deluxe Esthetics, treatment is minimally invasive and built around your skin, and every treatment is performed by Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI, an 8-Time Top Dentist and official Care Esthetics partner, at a practice with 800+ five-star reviews. Start with a $49 in-person consultation, applied to your treatment.
- Official Partner Care Esthetics
- $49 In-Person Consultation Applied to your treatment
- Performed by Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI
What Are Acne and Acne Scars?
Acne occurs when hair follicles become plugged by dead skin cells and oil. It typically appears on the face, chest, back and shoulders, and research indicates that about 80% of people have it at some stage of their lives. It comes in many forms and levels of severity, at different ages and in every skin type.
When a deep breakout clears, it can leave a scar. Most acne scars are depressions that give the skin a rough, uneven look: scarring, pitting and changes in texture. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne scars can fade, but they rarely go away completely on their own.
For an independent overview, read the American Academy of Dermatology’s guide to acne scars.
Acne Scar Treatment at a Glance
The short answers, before the details.
The First Choice
Microneedling with PRF, prepared from your own blood.
A Series of Sessions
Usually three to six, four to six weeks apart. Scars improve over months, not days.
Little Downtime
After microneedling, skin is pink for 24 to 48 hours.
Every Skin Tone
Microneedling uses no heat, so it suits all skin types.
Performed by the Doctor
Every session, by Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI.
What Are the Types of Acne Scars?
Most acne scars are depressions in the skin. They come in three shapes, and many people have more than one.
Ice Pick Scars
Deep, narrow pits, as if the skin had been pricked. They are the hardest acne scars to treat.
Boxcar Scars
Angular depressions with sharp, defined borders, often round or oval.
Rolling Scars
Broad depressions with smooth, sloping edges that give the skin a wavy look.
Two things are often mistaken for scars. Red or brown marks left where a pimple was are discoloration, not scars, and they often fade with time. Raised scars, more common on the chest and back, are a different kind of scar and need a different treatment. Dr. Godko tells you at your consultation which you have.
What Causes Acne Scars?
Not every breakout leaves a scar. These are what make one more likely.
Deep, Painful Breakouts
Acne scars typically develop from deep pimples such as acne cysts or nodules.
Picking and Squeezing
Picking, popping, squeezing or scratching acne inflames the skin and makes a scar more likely.
Genetics
Some people are simply more likely to scar, and it runs in families.
How Are Acne and Acne Scars Treated at Deluxe Esthetics?
We use minimally invasive treatments, chosen for your skin and the kind of scarring you have. Most plans combine more than one.
Microneedling with PRF
Often the first choice. Controlled micro-channels break up scar tissue and start new collagen that gradually fills the scar, and PRF prepared from your own blood supports the repair. PRF also carries white blood cells, which help fight active infection. About microneedling with PRF
Laser Therapy
Laser resurfacing smooths the surface, and deep laser warmth rebuilds collagen beneath the scar. It softens the look of acne scars and improves overall skin texture. About laser therapy
Dermal Fillers
For deeper acne scars, a Bio-Filler (the Care Esthetics filler prepared from your own blood) or a dermal filler raises the depression so the surface is smoother. About dermal fillers
How Many Sessions Does Acne Scar Treatment Take?
Acne scars took time to form, and they take time to treat. Collagen is rebuilt a little with each session.
Microneedling with PRF
Most patients with acne scars see meaningful improvement after 3 to 6 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Deeper scars are treated at a deeper needle setting.
Laser Therapy
Acne scars typically take 3 to 6 laser sessions, spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart.
Recovery
After microneedling, skin is pink, like a mild sunburn, for 24 to 48 hours. Most patients return to normal activities the next day.
When Results Show
Texture improves with each session, and scars keep softening for months as new collagen matures.
Acne and Acne Scars Before and After: What Results Can I Expect?
Clearer, smoother skin. Drag each picture to compare.
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Which Acne and Acne Scars Treatment Is Right for Me?
It depends on your skin, the type and depth of your scars and whether you still have active breakouts. That is what the consultation is for: Dr. Godko looks closely at your skin, reviews your medical history and builds a plan around it.
If you still have active breakouts, they come first. Microneedling is not done over an active breakout, and new breakouts can leave new scars.
Darker skin tones can be treated safely. Microneedling uses no heat, so it does not carry the risk of dark marks that heat-based treatments can, and laser settings are adjusted to your skin type.
Most of these treatments involve minimal discomfort, and we take steps to keep you comfortable throughout.
- A plan made for your skin and your scars
- Minimally invasive treatments
- PRF prepared from your own blood
- Performed by Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI
Who performs your treatment
Who Performs Your Treatment? Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI
Every treatment at Deluxe Esthetics is performed by Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI, an 8-Time Top Dentist. Perfecting smiles has always been his passion, and he came to see that true beauty extends beyond a radiant smile.
His search for natural, holistic solutions led him to Care Esthetics. Today he offers botulinum toxin, dermal fillers and PDO threads alongside the Care Esthetics treatments, Bio-CARE® and Bio-LIFT®.
More About Dr. GodkoWhat Do Patients Say About Acne and Acne Scars Treatment at Deluxe Esthetics?
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“It has lightened up my acne scars so much and has left my skin glowing ! Dr. Godkos techniques are not only effective but he's also gentle”Alysha P. · Google review
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“I went to Deluxe Esthetics for a consultation about possible botox and I am so happy with my experience and the results are INCREDIBLE!”Jelimar S. · Google review
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“Dr.Godko was very knowledgeable and suggested I get the bio-care protocol which included prf and laser therapy... the doctor took his time, explained everything step by step”Carmen V., Deluxe team member · Google review
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“I have had multiple treatments and services done by Dr. Godko from mirco needling with PRF, Botox for both wrinkles and clenching, as well as filler. I couldn't be happier with my results!”Alex M., Deluxe team member · Google review
Acne and Acne Scars Questions and Answers
Acne and acne scars are among the top concerns we treat. These are the questions patients ask most.
What causes acne?
Acne occurs when hair follicles become plugged by dead skin cells and oil. It typically appears on the face, chest, back and shoulders.
What causes acne scars?
Acne scars typically develop from deep, painful pimples like acne cysts or nodules, from picking, popping, squeezing or scratching the acne, or from genetics that make scarring more likely.
Can acne scars be 100% removed?
Rarely. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne scars can fade, but they rarely go away completely on their own, and no treatment promises to remove every scar. Treatment can make them much less noticeable, and shallow scars respond best.
What is the best treatment to remove acne scars?
It depends on the scar. Microneedling with PRF is often the first choice for rolling and boxcar scars, laser therapy improves texture, and deeper scars can be raised with Bio-Filler or a dermal filler. Ice pick scars are the hardest to treat. Many plans combine treatments.
What are the types of acne scars?
Three: ice pick scars, which are deep and narrow; boxcar scars, which are angular with sharp borders; and rolling scars, which are broad with sloping edges. Red or brown marks left after a pimple are discoloration, not scars, and often fade.
How many sessions does acne scar treatment take?
With microneedling with PRF, most patients with acne scars see meaningful improvement after 3 to 6 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Laser therapy for acne scars typically takes 3 to 6 sessions. Dr. Godko sets the number in your plan.
What if I still have active acne?
Active breakouts are treated first, because new breakouts can leave new scars and microneedling is not done over an active breakout. PRF prepared from your own blood is our first choice of therapy: its white blood cells help fight active infection.
Are the treatments for acne and acne scars painful?
Most treatments involve minimal discomfort, and we always take steps to keep you comfortable during the procedure.
How much will it cost to remove acne scars?
The cost depends on the treatments in your plan and how many sessions it takes. You receive a personalized quote at your $49 in-person consultation, and the $49 is applied to your treatment.
Where can I get acne and acne scars treated at Deluxe Esthetics?
We have offices in Lawrenceville, NJ and Skillman, NJ. Schedule online at www.deluxedentistry.com or call our Lawrenceville, NJ office at (609) 400-1393 or our Skillman, NJ office at (609) 303-2005.
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Find out in one visit what can be done for your acne scars. Your $49 in-person consultation with Dr. Maxim Godko, DDS, FICOI, is applied to your treatment.
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics, with offices located in Mercer County, NJ, in the town of Lawrenceville, NJ, proudly serving the towns of East Windsor, Lawrence Township, Pennington, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Princeton, Hopewell, Trenton, Hightstown, Hamilton, Ewing, Hopewell Township, NJ, as well as in Somerset County, NJ, located in Skillman, NJ, near Montgomery, Bernards Township, Millstone, North Plainfield, Manville, Far Hills, Bedminster, Rocky Hill, Hillsborough, Watchung, Franklin Township, Bound Brook, Green Brook, Raritan, Bridgewater, South Bound Brook, Somerville, Warren, Bernardsville, Branchburg, Peapack-Gladstone, NJ. Schedule online at www.deluxedentistry.com or call our Lawrenceville, NJ office at (609) 400-1393 or our Skillman, NJ office at (609) 303-2005.
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Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics
With offices in Lawrenceville, NJ and Skillman, NJ.
