Laser center Basel/Saint-Louis : your expert in acne scar treatment
Welcome to the Basel/Saint-Louis center for aesthetic medicine, your trusted destination for advanced medical solutions aimed at correcting acne scars and improving your skin’s texture. As a specialized medical center, Biolaser is passionately dedicated to enhancing your aesthetic well-being by providing top-quality treatments for acne scar removal.
We understand the challenges associated with acne scars, and that’s why our highly qualified team is committed to offering you personalized and effective solutions. Our holistic approach incorporates a range of advanced techniques and cutting-edge technologies specifically designed to address acne scars, restore your skin’s health, and provide you with a revitalized appearance and smoother skin.
Located in Saint-Louis, Haut-Rhin, on the border of Basel, the Laser Center is easily accessible for residents of Zurich, Weil am Rhein and Bern in Switzerland. Here, you can benefit from top-notch expertise and remarkable results in laser acne scar treatment.
The different acne scars
There are different types of scars. The ones that are most often associated with acne are the following:
– Inflammatory scars (pink or red) : A red scar is caused by inflammation of the blood vessels : the blood vessels have been damaged. The skin therefore needs time to repair these vessels.
– Hypopigmented scars (white): These are white scars that have undergone depigmentation.
Comprehensive Acne Scar Treatments : Hyaluronic Acid, Peeling, Microneedling, FRAX 1550 Laser…
- Once acne is treated, addressing the issue of scarring left by this skin condition is essential. While acne scars generally cannot be completely eliminated, they can be significantly reduced, making their appearance much less noticeable.
- At the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine, we are determined to use the most advanced cutting-edge technologies and procedural techniques, often in combination, to safely and dramatically reduce the appearance of all acne scars. Our experienced team is committed to providing you with effective and personalized solutions to help you achieve smoother skin and restored confidence in your appearance
The fractional laser FRAX 1550 at the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine is a commonly used treatment option to improve the appearance of acne scars. This type of laser utilizes microbeams of fractional light to target specific areas of the skin, promoting skin tissue regeneration and the reduction of acne scars. Here’s how the fractional laser FRAX 1550 works for acne scar treatment:
- Collagen Stimulation: The FRAX 1550 laser emits microbeams of light that penetrate deep layers of the skin. This stimulates the production of collagen, an essential protein for skin firmness and elasticity.
- Smoothing Irregular Texture: Fractional laser helps smooth the skin’s texture by minimizing irregularities caused by acne scars. Damaged areas of the skin are treated while preserving the surrounding intact areas.
- Reducing Scar Appearance: By promoting skin tissue regeneration, the FRAX 1550 laser can help reduce the appearance of one or multiple acne scars, making them less visible and more uniform.
- Multiple Sessions: To achieve optimal results, several sessions of FRAX 1550 laser treatment may be necessary, typically spaced a few weeks to a month apart.
- Post-Treatment Care: After each laser treatment session, it’s important to follow the post-treatment care recommended by your healthcare professional, including the use of soothing creams and sunscreen.
- Non-Ablative and Comfortable FRAX 1550 Laser: The FRAX 1550 laser is a non-ablative fractional laser of the latest generation. Unlike ablative lasers that create “holes in the skin” by destroying the epidermis, the FRAX 1550 laser does not rupture the epidermis but only creates micro-columns of coagulation beneath the skin’s surface. This procedure is less invasive, making it more comfortable and less painful for the patient. Moreover, healing and recovery are faster, with minimal risk of side effects.
- Professional Consultation: The choice of laser type, penetration depth, and the number of sessions will depend on the severity of the acne scars and the patient’s skin type. A consultation with a qualified healthcare professional is essential to determine the best approach for your specific case.
The fractional laser FRAX 1550 is considered an effective option for treating acne scars, especially atrophic scars and skin texture imperfections. It can help improve the appearance of scars and achieve smoother and more even skin. However, it’s important to discuss your needs and expectations with a qualified healthcare professional to determine if this treatment is suitable for your particular case.
At the Basel/Saint-Louis center for aesthetic medicine, hyaluronic acid injection can be used as a treatment to improve the appearance of acne scars, especially atrophic scars (indented scars) resulting from a loss of volume beneath the skin. Here’s how hyaluronic acid can be used to treat acne scars:
- Scar Filling: Hyaluronic acid is a dermal filler product that can be injected into acne scars to fill them and make them less visible. It replenishes lost volume beneath the skin, which can mitigate the appearance of indented scars.
- Skin Hydration: Hyaluronic acid also has the ability to retain moisture, which can help hydrate the skin and improve its overall texture.
- Temporary Effect: It’s important to note that hyaluronic acid injections provide temporary results and need to be repeated periodically to maintain the desired appearance.
- Professional Consultation: The choice of specific hyaluronic acid, concentration, and injection technique will depend on the severity, depth, and location of the acne scars. A consultation with a qualified professional is essential to determine the best approach for your specific case.
- Potential Side Effects: Although hyaluronic acid injections are generally safe, potential side effects such as redness, swelling, and temporary bruising may occur. It’s important to follow your healthcare professional’s advice to minimize these side effects.
Hyaluronic acid injection can be an effective option for acne scar treatment, especially if you are seeking temporary improvement in the appearance of your scars. However, it’s important to discuss your options with a qualified healthcare professional to determine if this treatment method is suitable for your specific needs.
At the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine, chemical peeling is a commonly used procedure in the treatment of acne scars. When dealing with atrophic or hypertrophic acne scars, a healthcare professional may recommend a chemical peel based on trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or similar substances. Here’s how it works:
- Types of Acids: Various types of acids, such as trichloroacetic acid (TCA), are used in chemical peels. The concentration of the acid and the reaction time are determined by the healthcare professional based on the patient’s needs and the severity of the scars.
- Peeling Process: Chemical peeling effectively causes controlled irritation of the outer layers of the skin. This can lead to skin peeling and the regeneration of new epidermal and dermal layers. This regeneration can help reduce the appearance of acne scars and improve skin texture.
- Multiple Sessions: The results of chemical peeling can be gradual and improve over multiple sessions. Sessions can be repeated several times, usually spaced a few weeks apart, to achieve optimal results.
- Post-Peeling Care: After a chemical peel session, proper care, such as applying soothing creams and using sunscreen, is generally recommended to help minimize side effects and promote healing.
- Individual Results: Results may vary from person to person depending on the severity of acne scars, the peeling method used, and the individual skin response.
It is essential to discuss your options for acne scar treatment with a qualified healthcare professional, as the treatment method may vary depending on the severity of the scars and your skin type. The results of chemical peels for acne scars can gradually improve with each session, providing smoother skin and less visible scars.
When it comes to atrophic or hypertrophic acne scars, a healthcare professional may recommend a chemical peel based on trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or similar substances. Here’s how it works:
- Types of Acids: Various types of acids, such as trichloroacetic acid (TCA), are used in chemical peels. The concentration of the acid and the reaction time are determined by the healthcare professional based on the patient’s needs and the severity of the scars.
- Peeling Process: Chemical peeling effectively causes controlled irritation of the outer layers of the skin. This can lead to skin peeling and the regeneration of new epidermal and dermal layers. This regeneration can help reduce the appearance of acne scars and improve skin texture.
- Multiple Sessions: The results of chemical peeling can be gradual and improve over multiple sessions. Sessions can be repeated several times, usually spaced a few weeks apart, to achieve optimal results.
- Post-Peeling Care: After a chemical peel session, proper care, such as applying soothing creams and using sunscreen, is generally recommended to help minimize side effects and promote healing.
- Individual Results: Results may vary from person to person depending on the severity of acne scars, the peeling method used, and the individual skin response.
It is essential to discuss your options for acne scar treatment with a qualified healthcare professional, as the treatment method may vary depending on the severity of the scars and your skin type. The results of chemical peels for acne scars can gradually improve with each session, providing smoother skin and less visible scars.
Other devices based on radiofrequency, ultrasound or plasma energy have the same effect as lasers. These different energies provoke a thermal reaction on contact with the skin that abrades the first layer of the dermis and progressively eliminates the scars as the skin regenerates.
What results can be expected from acne scar treatment with FRAX 1550 fractional laser at the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine ?
Treatment of acne scar(s) with the FRAX 1550 fractional laser at the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine can produce remarkable results. Patients can expect:
- Reduction in acne scars: The FRAX 1550 laser specifically targets areas affected by acne scars, which can lead to a significant reduction in their appearance.
- Improved skin texture: This treatment promotes collagen regeneration, which can make the skin smoother and more even.
- Increased skin firmness: The FRAX 1550 laser stimulates collagen production, which can improve skin firmness and elasticity.
- Reduction in redness: If acne scars are associated with redness, laser treatment can help reduce these symptoms.
- Progressive results: The results of FRAX 1550 fractional laser treatment can improve gradually over time, with the skin continuing to improve after the procedure.
It’s important to note that individual results may vary depending on the severity of acne scars and each patient’s response to treatment. A consultation with an aesthetic medicine professional at the Basel/Saint-Louis Center for Aesthetic Medicine will assess your specific needs and determine the expected outcomes for your particular case.
• For the FRAX 1550 fractional laser, an average of 4 sessions are required, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
• It is necessary to wait at least 3 months after the last session to evaluate the improvement of scars.
• The number of Fractional Laser FRAX 1550 sessions depends on the lesions to be treated and your age.
• The FRAX 1550 fractional laser treatment is not particularly painful but the pain depends on the sensitivity of each individual. The heat may cause discomfort during the session.
• The SoftCool skin cooling system helps reduce discomfort during treatment.
• The doctor at the BIOLASER center can prescribe an anesthetic cream to be applied 1 hour before the procedure if you wish.
Following a Fractional Laser FRAX 1550 session, you may experience redness, a sensation of heat as after a sunburn, and moderate edema. These reactions disappear spontaneously on average 24 hours after the fractional laser session and you will be able to apply makeup the next day.
FRAX 1550 fractional laser treatment is contraindicated in the following cases:
– The procedure cannot be performed on skin previously exposed to the sun or in case of recent tanning.
– Presence of infectious (active herpes) or cancerous skin lesions in the area to be treated
– The procedure is not performed during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
– Pacemaker or metallic implant on the area to be treated
– The treatment of areas with tattoos or permanent make-up is strongly discouraged.
– The procedure is not suitable for diabetics and in case of photosensitive diseases (e.g. epilepsy).
Precautions to take:
– Do not use self-tanning lotions for at least two weeks before and after the treatment.
– You should avoid the sauna and swimming pool for one week after the procedure.
– The procedure for patients under the age of 18 is not performed without parental consent.
