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Remove Acne Scars Vienna · Fractional CO2 laser

Remove Acne Scars with the CO2 Laser

Skin correction for irregularities such as scars, blemishes, fine lines and enlarged pores with state-of-the-art laser technology in Vienna

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Scar removal with the CO2 laser

Acne scar removal with the fractional CO2 laser – at Dermacare in Vienna, we offer you the most effective solution for a more even complexion. Acne scars, which often remain long after puberty, can be stubborn and annoying. We use the latest laser technology to treat them in a targeted and gentle way.

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Suitable for

  • Sunken acne scars
  • Large-pored, uneven skin
  • Post-acne pigmentation
  • Fine lines and uneven skin

Please note

  • Not in pregnancy; check breastfeeding with a doctor
  • Isotretinoin: check with a doctor beforehand
  • Allow 3–5 days of downtime
  • Do not pick at scabs

How well can your acne scars be treated?

Answer a few short questions, with a photo if you like. Within 24 hours you will learn how the CO2 laser can work for you. Free and without obligation.

Effective acne scar removal with laser

How the laser is used for acne scars, what healing and the number of treatments look like and what the treatment involves.

The CO2 laser activates your skin’s natural regeneration mechanisms and stimulates collagen production, which not only makes scars disappear, but also wrinkles and pigmentation spots.

You can expect visible results after the very first treatment. The skin becomes smoother, firmer and looks fresher – without any significant downtime. Would you like to know how easy it can be to visibly improve the appearance of your skin?

As if acne, pimples and skin impurities were not annoying enough, they often leave unsightly scars that will remind you of them for years to come. With the treatment with the CO2 laser, the Dermacare institute Vienna offers one of the most effective ways of correcting unwanted changes in the skin such as pigment spots, scars and wrinkles, with which good results are achieved, especially in the removal of acne scars.

The laser activates the natural regeneration mechanisms of the skin and is considered the most modern procedure for gentle skin renewal and skin tightening. The treatment is therefore particularly suitable for the removal of acne scars and large-pored skin.

During treatment with the high-frequency laser beam, the upper layers of skin are ablated and acne scars are removed without damaging surrounding tissue. The thermal effect of the laser stimulates the new formation of the skin, at the same time the laser beam activates the production of collagen, which results in a permanent tightening of the tissue. A laser lift with the fractional carbon dioxide laser (CO2 laser) results in comprehensive skin renewal, smoothing and tightening, thus ensuring an overall clearer skin appearance.

Let Dermacare specialists inform you in detail about the treatment options with the CO2 laser.

The treatment is suitable for smoothing medium-depth wrinkles and scars (e.g. from acne) but also for removing pigmentation disorders (e.g. age spots, sun spots, melasma). The reduction of small wrinkles and the refinement of large-pored areas (large-pored skin) improves the overall skin structure, resulting in an overall fresher appearance.

During therapy with the fractional (spot-by-spot) CO2 laser, several light points hit the skin. The points hit by the laser are gently removed, and the thermal power of the laser light beam stimulates the body’s own regeneration mechanisms through the minimal artificially induced injury to the skin, and the skin renews itself. At the same time, the laser beam activates collagen production in the deeper skin layers, the connective tissue is tightened.

The healing process takes 3 to 5 days, depending on the intensity of the treatment. The rapid renewal of the skin is made possible by the fact that parts of the skin surface remain untouched when using the fractional laser technique.

Already after the first treatment the skin appearance improves visibly, pigment spots, small wrinkles and superficial scars disappear. Especially acne scars can be treated successfully with the CO2 laser. Deeper wrinkles or scars usually require several treatments, but these become less visible after just one treatment.

Depending on the skin condition, three to five treatments at intervals of four to six weeks are recommended for optimal results. Since the process of collagen regeneration can take several months, the treatment success is only fully visible after 6 months.

The laser treatment is almost painless and downtime is very short.

Therapy with the CO2 laser allows for gentle skin rejuvenation and skin correction. Undesirable skin changes such as scars, sun damage and wrinkles can be gently corrected with laser therapy on an outpatient basis. Small wrinkles on the face and neck are reduced or disappear completely after the laser treatment. The thermal power of the laser stimulates new skin formation and collagen production. After the laser treatment, the skin appears smooth and fresh, the collagen provides new firmness.

The treatment with the CO2 laser is recommended for:

  • Facial treatment for skin rejuvenation and skin tightening
  • Skin rejuvenation on the neck / décolleté / hands
  • Treatment of uneven pigmentation, sun spots, age spots
  • Wrinkle treatment perioral / around the mouth, so-called smoker’s wrinkles, laugh lines
  • Wrinkle treatment periorbital / around the eyes: eyelid lift, lower eyelid lift, upper eyelid lift, crow’s feet
  • Acne scars and scar treatment
  • Stretch marks/pregnancy marks
  • Removal of xanthelasma

Individual consultation

We attach great importance to a detailed consultation. Specialists and doctors will advise you during the consultation. You will receive an individual assessment of the expected success of the treatment, the costs and everything you should know about the procedure.

State-of-the-art technology

Our equipment is state of the art. For our customers, we only invest in the latest technology to guarantee almost painless treatments, shorter treatment times and efficient results.

Professional treatments

We ensure the highest quality of treatment by providing specialist training for our team. Medical treatments are performed by independent doctors who have many years of experience in aesthetic medicine.

Acne scars removal: Treatment procedure

The treatment is virtually painless; a sensation of warmth or even burning is possible. Beforehand, a pain-relieving cream is applied, which needs up to 60 minutes to be absorbed.

  1. Anamnesis Questionnaire

    The treatment procedure for removing acne scars in Vienna with Dermacare is explained in detail below. A medical history questionnaire is completed before each initial treatment. This allows possible risks to be identified and prevented.

  2. Consultation

    This is followed by a detailed preliminary discussion with one of the medical specialists. Prepare yourself for the consultation and talk openly about your wishes and expectations.

  3. Digital photo / desinfection / anesthesia

    Before each treatment a digital photo of your skin is taken to document your treatment progress in detail. The skin is disinfected and, if necessary, numbed with an anaesthetic cream.

  4. Laser treatment

    The skin area is then treated with the special CO2 laser. To make the treatment more pleasant, the skin is cooled with cold air.

  5. Cooling of the lasered area

    After the treatment, a cool pack is placed on the treated area for 10 minutes.

  6. Anti-inflammatory cream

    An antiseptic cream is applied to prevent inflammation.

  7. Aftercare

    The immediate reaction of the skin to the treatment is often slight redness and swelling, which disappears by itself. A thin crust then forms in the lasered region. To care for the crust, ointments and creams are available to support the healing process of the skin.

    Your treating doctors will provide you with comprehensive information on the follow-up treatment and care of the affected area and will be available to answer your questions at any time.

    After the treatment, UV radiation should be avoided for several weeks, as it can promote unwanted pigmentation.

    After about 4-6 weeks a follow-up treatment can be carried out if necessary.

Cost of acne scar removal

Acne Scar Removal Costs at Dermacare

The treatment price depends on the amount of work involved and the size of the area being treated. During the consultation, the doctor will determine the treatment costs according to your individual circumstances.

Laser treatment for acne scars
from€85*

Personal consultation with experts

(*) At the initial consultation, an experienced specialist takes up to 30 minutes to advise you comprehensively. This special consultation carries a fee of €150. If you decide on a treatment afterwards, €50 will be credited to you.

Reimbursement of costs

Under certain conditions, the costs of the consultation/treatment are partially reimbursed by the Austrian health insurance fund (Gesundheitskassa) or, depending on your policy, by private health insurance, if you submit the invoice.

What will treating your acne scars cost?

Answer a few short questions, ideally with a photo of your acne scars. Our specialists will reply within 24 hours with an assessment and cost estimate.

Frequently asked questions about treating acne scars with the fractional CO2 laser

Yes, deeper acne scars can also be significantly improved with the CO2 laser. The laser penetrates the skin in a targeted way, stimulates collagen production and supports the regeneration of scar tissue. In this way, sunken or deeply marked scars are visibly smoothed. Depending on the depth of the scars, several sessions are often needed to achieve an optimal result, but today the treatment offers one of the most effective methods to permanently reduce acne scars and significantly improve the appearance of the skin.

Treatment with the fractional laser, based on the skin's natural capacity for regeneration, is regarded as one of the most modern methods of skin renewal and skin tightening. Unsightly acne scars are gently removed or smoothed with the laser procedure. The laser beam works on the skin at individual points. The energy of the laser is split into a thousand tiny dots that penetrate into deeper layers of the skin. Thanks to the pinpoint thermal effect of the laser beam, skin renewal is stimulated and the formation of new collagen fibres is promoted. This refines the skin structure, pigment spots disappear, and scars and fine lines are visibly reduced, depending on severity, after the very first application.

The laser treatment is particularly suitable for people with:

  • sunken acne scars
  • enlarged pores and uneven skin
  • pigment changes after acne
  • fine lines and uneven skin texture

In a personal consultation, we check whether the method is suitable and what realistic results look like. Every person's skin is different, and that is exactly what is decisive for the success of acne scar removal.

The skin's reaction to laser treatment, such as redness and crusting, as well as the healing time, vary from person to person. Depending on the skin area to be treated, we recommend scheduling treatment with the CO2 laser so that you allow yourself three to five days of downtime, as needed.

The treatment for acne scar removal with a CO2 laser is carried out as an outpatient procedure under local anaesthetic – general anaesthesia is not necessary. Beforehand, a pain-relieving cream is applied to prepare the skin for the laser pulses. During the session, the patient lies comfortably, the laser works point by point and stimulates the skin to form new collagen – a slight feeling of warmth or burning is normal.

After the treatment, the skin feels like mild sunburn; redness and swelling subside within a few days, after which the skin begins to flake and visibly renews itself. The first results appear after 4–8 weeks; for an optimal, long-lasting result, three sessions at intervals of four to six weeks are usually recommended.

After a treatment for acne scar removal with a CO2 laser, the skin is initially red and sensitive – similar to after mild sunburn. Going straight into the sun or sweating heavily should be avoided.

Light everyday activities or working at home are usually possible; caution is needed with direct sunlight: we recommend high sun protection (SPF 50+) for at least 4 weeks and, where possible, protective clothing to support healing and to protect the skin from pigment changes. With this care, patients can safely enjoy the treatment and achieve the best results.

After treatment with the CO2 laser the skin may be red and feel like sunburn. Cooling the treated area is, however, not advised, so as not to interrupt the desired healing process. Wound ointments and moisturising creams relieve possible discomfort and speed up healing in the days after treatment. As long as there is still flaking, it should not be covered with make-up (risk of tattooing). Crusts should not be scratched off or rubbed away after showering. In the first 10 days, hot environments (sauna, hot showers…) should be avoided. Since the newly formed skin is very sensitive, direct sun exposure should be avoided for at least 4 weeks after treatment; after the crusts have fallen off, we recommend using SPF 50+ or higher several times a day. If you are prone to herpes, taking herpes prophylaxis for about one week after treatment is advisable. A follow-up check takes place after about four weeks.

The laser treatment takes between 15 and 45 minutes, depending on the size of the skin area to be treated. Before the laser treatment, the skin is numbed with an anaesthetic cream, which needs up to 60 minutes to take effect.

Treatment with the CO2 laser is almost painless. A feeling of warmth, up to a burning sensation of the skin, is possible during laser treatment. A burning or sore feeling, like sunburn, may also be felt for several hours after treatment. Itching often occurs during the healing process; anti-inflammatory creams and ointments provide relief.

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