Acne Laser Treatment / Surgery
Is Laser Surgery Recommended For Your
Acne?
Acne laser surgery has gained in popularity, as many suffers are
prepared to take drastic action to fight back against acne. Even though
it can work wonders acne laser surgery should only be considered for use
in extreme cases, when it is really necessary as a last resort. While it
is often considered a beauty treatment, it is real, serious surgery and,
as such, should not be used without careful consideration.
How does it work?
The procedure must only be administered by a trained doctor. A
dermatologist may use acne laser surgery in the most severe acne cases
to dig to the very core of a pimple and clear it completely. The laser
device is designed so that it is weak enough not to cause any additional
damage beyond the area being treated. Most experts consider this laser
surgery very safe, but as with any surgery there is always at least a
small opportunity for unexpected consequences.
Are there any problems with acne laser surgery?
Every responsible doctor will council that acne laser surgery is by no
means a perfect and universal solution. There are several important
factors that limit the surgery's usefulness.
1. The causes of acne
Laser surgery concentrates only on one aspect of the disease - its
visible effects. While the surgery can surely get rid of acne's visible
symptoms, it can not really heal. The laser surgery should be only a
part of more complex acne treatment program that will consist of a
change of diet, reducing stress levels and possibly even hormonal
treatment. Otherwise the symptoms will sooner or later appear once
again.
2. Doctors' only
Another possible problem is the surgeon's skill (or lack of it. Be sure
you're going to get your acne laser surgery from a trained and
experienced doctor. There have been reports of cosmetologists giving an
acne light treatment without the proper training. Laser surgery is not
the place to try and save money. You will get the best chance for
success with an experienced dermatologists doing the work.
3. The Cost
Acne laser surgery is in a mid-point between cosmetics and health care.
Some health insurance policies may cover it, some may not. Most
insurance companies pay for acne laser surgery only in most extreme
cases. Whatever you might think about the severity of your acne, it is
wise to make sure that you insurance company agrees with you. Otherwise
you may find laser surgery costing more than you planned.
4. Preparations
Another thing to keep in mind is the fact that you have to seriously
prepare for the treatment. In some cases laser surgery is serious enough
that you must spend a few days in a bed after the procedure. Can you
afford to be away from work for those days… and will you employer agree
to your absence?
Of course you should consider laser surgery if your acne is severe and
has not responded to other treatment. Just don't rush in to it without
careful thought and preparation.