Step by Step Treatment of Acne Scars (2^nd Ed.)

The second edition of this book has been fully revised to provide the latest advances in the management of scars caused by acne.

Beginning with an introduction to the pathophysiology of acne scars, types of scars and prevention, the following chapters discuss different treatment methods, from more basic topical management to surgical procedures. Different types of scars and their management are covered in depth.

Presented in a step by step format, each topic begins with an ?In a Nutshell? box summarising the key points of the chapter. An introduction to the treatment, followed by pre-procedure assessment and preparation, performing the procedure, post-procedure care, and complications, follow. Each section ends with a conclusion and references for further reading.    

The comprehensive text places emphasis on procedures such as subcision, microneedling and CROSS technique with fractional lasers to optimise results. Case discussions, clinical photographs and illustrations are also included.

Key points

• Step by step guide to latest advances in management of acne scars
• Fully revised, second edition featuring many new topics
• ?In a Nutshell? boxes emphasise key learning points for each topic
• Previous edition (9789350909577) published in 2014

1. Current Concepts in the Treatment of Acne
2. Pathophysiology of Acne Scars
3. Types of Acne Scars and Grading Systems
4. Prevention of Acne Scars
5. Topical Treatment
6. Chemical Peels
7. CROSS Technique
8. Subcision
9. Punch Excision Techniques
10. Microneedling
11. Microdermabrasion
12. Lasers and Light Devices
13. Fillers
14. Autologous Fat Grafting for Acne Scars
15. Ice Pick Scars
16. Boxcar Scars
17. Rolling Scars
18. Linear and Lipoatrophic Acne Scars
19. Papular Scars
20. Keloids, Hypertrophic and Bridging Scars
21. Acne scars in Darker Skin Types
22. Complications of Treatment and their Management
23. Imaging Techniques for Acne Scars
24. Camouflage Techniques for Acne Scars
25. Newer Techniques for Acne Scars MNRF
26. Combination Techniques
27. Interesting Case Discussions
28. Algorithmic Approach for Acne Scars

Niti Khunger MD DNB
Senior specialist, Department of Dermatology, Vardhman Medical College & Associated Safdurjung Hospital, New Delhi, India