Which skin conditions can effectively be treated with laser therapy?

Laser therapy is particularly effective for treating acne scars and pigmentation disorders for several reasons.

Acne scars result from the skin healing after acne lesions, often leading to pitted or uneven textures. Laser techniques, such as fractional CO2 lasers, stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate the skin, effectively reducing the appearance of scars. They can penetrate deeply to promote skin remodeling, which is crucial for treating pitted scars.

Pigmentation disorders, like melasma or sun spots, involve the abnormal distribution of melanin in the skin. Laser treatments, especially those using specific wavelengths, can target pigmented lesions without damaging surrounding tissue. The energy from the laser is absorbed by the excess melanin, causing it to break down and fade, resulting in a more uniform skin tone.

While other options may include conditions that benefit from different treatments, they are not as effectively addressed with laser therapy as acne scars and pigmentation disorders are.