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Article: Systematic approach best when treating acne scars
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- Dermatology Times
- Article date:
- October 1, 2004
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Lesion type, patient commitment key
Singapore - Treatment of acne scars, whether protuberant or depressed, requires a systematic and holistic approach that includes consideration of scar type, as well as patient tolerability and commitment, says Lai Leng Cheong.M.D.
"The rational management of acne scars calls for coordinated efforts and the tailoring of a treatment regimen that is appropriate. It is simply a personal and practical way to manage patients who present with acne scars," she says.
At the recent 16th Regional AsianAustralian Conference of Dermatology here, she stressed the importance of controlling future acne scarring as well as choosing a combination of treatments for optimum ...