Dr. N:
I have some serious scarring all over my arms from acne nad repeated itching and scratching (or picking as my husband calls it) I would love to be able to wear short sleeves again. Is there anything aggressive enough to make my arms look better. It gets hot in the summer wearing long sleeves. I am willing to try anything. Can you help.
Thanks
Answer:
Hi,
There are some things that can be done but realistically most procedures would require several treatments and improvement rather than complete resolution is the goal.
A series of light to medium depth peels, or light dermabrasion or Fraxel laser resurfacing may be options. You would have to find a plastic surgeon or dermatologist with experience in such type of resurfacing as each body area has very specific protocols to prevent scarring.
Good luck and be conservative. You can always do more but you cannot take back a bad reaction from over aggressive treatment.
