Acne & Acne Scar Treatment in Wesley Chapel, FL
Acne can affect your confidence long after breakouts heal, leaving behind uneven texture, pitted scars, and dark marks. At Qvita Health and Wellness, we treat both active acne and the scars it leaves behind with medical-grade skincare, acne facials, chemical peels, SkinPen microneedling, Morpheus8, and laser resurfacing for teens and adults in Wesley Chapel.
What Causes Acne?
Acne develops when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. Bacteria thrive in these clogged pores, triggering inflammation that leads to blackheads, whiteheads, red pimples, and deeper cysts. Hormones play a major role, which is why acne often flares during adolescence, around menstrual cycles, during pregnancy, and with conditions like PCOS. Stress, certain medications, heavy cosmetics, and genetics can also contribute.
How Acne Scars Form
When inflammation damages the deeper layers of the skin, the body tries to repair the injury by producing collagen. If too little collagen is produced, the skin heals with a depression, creating an atrophic scar. If too much is produced, a raised scar may form. Common types of acne scarring include:
- Ice pick scars: Narrow, deep pits in the skin
- Boxcar scars: Broad depressions with sharp edges
- Rolling scars: Wave-like depressions that create uneven texture
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: Flat brown or red marks left after a breakout, which often respond well to treatments for hyperpigmentation
Picking or squeezing pimples increases the risk of scarring, so treating active acne early is one of the best ways to prevent permanent marks.
Treating Active Acne
Our approach to active breakouts combines medical evaluation with in-office treatments and professional home care. Options include:
- Dermatology services, including prescription acne treatments when appropriate
- Our Deep Cleanse/Acne Facial and Teen Facial, part of our specialty facials
- Exfoliating peels such as the Obagi Radiance Peel and VI Peel
- Medical-grade acne products from SkinCeuticals and the Obagi Clenziderm system
- Microdermabrasion to clear clogged pores and refine texture
Teens can also be seen through our adolescent health services.
Acne Scar Treatments
Once acne is under control, we can focus on smoothing texture and stimulating new collagen. Most patients see the best results from a combination of treatments over a series of sessions:
- SkinPen microneedling: Controlled micro-injuries trigger collagen production to soften scars and refine pores.
- Morpheus8: Radiofrequency microneedling delivers heat deeper into the skin to remodel stubborn scarring, and it’s safe for all skin types.
- Cynosure Icon laser resurfacing: Fractional laser energy improves scar depth and overall texture.
- Chemical peels: TCA and corrective peels resurface the skin and fade discoloration.
- Exosome therapy: Applied after microneedling or Morpheus8 to calm inflammation and speed healing.
- Diamond Glow: Gentle resurfacing paired with medical-grade serums for brighter, smoother skin.
Acne & Acne Scar FAQs
Can acne scars be completely removed?
Most acne scars can be significantly improved, though complete removal isn’t always possible. A combination of treatments usually produces the most noticeable results.
What is the best treatment for deep acne scars?
Deeper scars often respond best to Morpheus8 radiofrequency microneedling or fractional laser resurfacing, sometimes combined with SkinPen microneedling and exosomes.
How many treatments will I need for acne scars?
Most patients need a series of three to six treatments spaced several weeks apart, depending on the type and depth of scarring.
Should I treat active acne before scars?
Yes. Getting breakouts under control first helps prevent new scarring and allows scar treatments to work more effectively.
Are acne scar treatments safe for darker skin?
Yes. Treatments such as Morpheus8 and SkinPen are safe for all skin types when performed by trained providers.
Do you treat teen acne?
Yes. We offer a Teen Facial, acne-focused skincare, and medical evaluation through our adolescent health services.
Is there downtime after acne scar treatment?
Downtime varies. Microneedling usually involves a day or two of redness, while Morpheus8 and laser resurfacing may involve a few days of redness and mild swelling.
Get Clearer, Smoother Skin
Whether you’re dealing with breakouts or the scars they left behind, our team can help. Call Qvita Health and Wellness at (813) 501-4130 or request your consultation online.