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The Physician’s Guide to Getting Rid of Acne Scars—Safely and Effectively
Acne may fade, but for many patients, the scars it leaves behind linger long after breakouts are under control. Whether dealing with pitted acne scars, dark spots, or uneven texture, you're not alone—and you're not without options!
At MD Skin Lab in Toronto, we offer personalized, physician-led solutions designed to address a wide range of acne scars using safe, advanced technologies. If you're wondering how to get rid of your acne scars finally, here's what you need to know.
Let’s start with the basics.
What are Acne Scars?
Acne scars are the result of your body’s natural healing response to inflamed breakouts. When acne lesions penetrate deeply into the skin, they can damage tissue beneath the surface. As your body works to repair this damage, the collagen produced can either be insufficient (leading to atrophic or indented scars) or excessive (leading to raised, thickened scars).
In some cases, you may also notice darkened patches of skin that remain after acne has healed. While not true scars, this condition, known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), can be just as frustrating.
What Causes Acne Scarring?
Acne scars are most commonly triggered by:
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Inflammation from deep or cystic acne
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Picking or squeezing acne lesions
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Delayed or insufficient treatment
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Genetic predisposition
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Excessive sun exposure on healing skin
The severity and type of scarring can vary based on your skin type, acne history, and how early treatment was started. Fortunately, modern aesthetic medicine offers safe, effective solutions for all scar types, which we offer at our medical clinic in Toronto.
Types of Acne Scars
Understanding what kind of acne scarring you’re dealing with is the first step toward selecting the best treatment. At MD Skin Lab, we assess your skin thoroughly to determine the most appropriate approach.
1. Atrophic (Indented) Scars
These scars form when the skin fails to produce enough collagen during healing, resulting in depressions in the skin.
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Ice Pick Scars: Narrow, deep pits that are hard to treat with surface treatments alone.
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Boxcar Scars: Broad depressions with sharply defined edges.
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Rolling Scars: Wider, more shallow scars that cause a wavy skin texture.
2. Hypertrophic and Keloid Scars
These raised scars occur when the body produces too much collagen during healing. They are more common on the chest, shoulders, and jawline, especially in individuals with darker skin tones.
3. Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH)
While not technically scars, PIH refers to brown, red, or purple spots that remain after acne lesions heal. These can fade over time, but targeted treatments accelerate the process significantly.
Effective Acne Scar Treatments in Toronto
We take a personalized, multi-modality approach to scar treatment because no two patients, and no two scars, are alike. Below are the most effective solutions offered at our physician-led clinic in Toronto.
Treatment #1: Dermal Fillers for Acne Scars
For indented scars such as boxcar and rolling scars, dermal fillers offer immediate and long-lasting improvement. These hyaluronic acid–based injectables are carefully placed beneath the skin to lift the scarred areas, smooth the surface, and restore volume.
At MD Skin Lab, our filler treatments are performed by physicians with a deep understanding of facial anatomy. In addition to visible correction, specific fillers can also stimulate your skin’s own collagen production over time, offering long-term skin quality improvement.
Best For:
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Rolling and boxcar scars
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Indented scars with volume loss
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Patients seeking instant results with minimal downtime
You can book your dermal fillers appointment right here.
Treatment #2: Microneedling with SkinPen®
Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that uses tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. This stimulates your body's natural healing process and increases the production of collagen and elastin—two proteins essential for healthy, smooth skin.
At MD Skin Lab, we use the SkinPen® device, which is Health Canada–approved and known for its precision and safety. With regular sessions, patients see significant improvements in skin texture, firmness, and the appearance of atrophic scars.
Best For:
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Fine lines and textural acne scars
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Enlarged pores
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Post-inflammatory pigmentation
Book your Microneedling appointment in Toronto here.
Treatment #3: PRP Microneedling (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
PRP Microneedling takes your results one step further. By combining traditional microneedling with your body’s own platelet-rich plasma, this treatment intensifies healing and rejuvenation. PRP contains growth factors that accelerate collagen production and improve cellular regeneration, helping to soften scars and improve tone and texture.
Our physicians draw a small amount of your blood, process it to extract the PRP, and apply it topically after microneedling. The result? Enhanced absorption, faster healing, and visible glow.
Best For:
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Ice pick and boxcar scars
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Dull, uneven skin tone
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Patients seeking a natural, regenerative solution
Book your PRP Microneedling appointment right here.
Treatment #4: Morpheus8 Radiofrequency Microneedling
Morpheus8 is one of the most powerful tools we use to treat acne scarring. This technology combines deep microneedling with radiofrequency energy to heat the deeper layers of the skin. This not only stimulates collagen production but also tightens the skin, reducing the depth and visibility of scars.
Morpheus8 is especially effective for more stubborn acne scars, improving both the skin’s surface and its underlying structure. It also helps reduce active breakouts, shrink pores, and improve the overall skin environment.
Best For:
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Moderate to severe acne scars
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Stubborn rolling scars
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Skin laxity and uneven texture
Book your Morpheus8 appointment in Toronto here.
Treatment #5: Radiesse for Acne Scars
Radiesse is a biostimulatory filler made of calcium hydroxylapatite. Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse not only provides immediate volume correction but also stimulates long-term collagen growth. This makes it especially effective for deeper atrophic scars that need structural support.
Because of its ability to rebuild and strengthen the skin from within, Radiesse is often used as part of a long-term acne scar management plan at MD Skin Lab.
Best For:
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Deep rolling or boxcar scars
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Patients looking for both immediate and lasting improvement
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Mid-face acne scarring with volume loss
You can book your Radiesse appointment here.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
The best treatment for acne scars depends on several factors:
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Your scar type(s)
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Your skin tone and sensitivity
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Your medical history
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Your lifestyle and downtime availability
At Toronto’s MD Skin Lab, every patient begins with a physician consultation and skin analysis to determine the most appropriate plan. In many cases, combining multiple modalities—such as PRP with microneedling or filler with Morpheus8—yields the most transformative results. We recommend booking a consultation with our experts to get a better understanding.
Don’t Wait to Treat Acne Scars
Acne scars can have a real impact on your confidence, but they don't have to be permanent! With the right approach and physician-guided care, smoother, clearer skin is possible.
The earlier you begin treatment, the better your chances of minimizing scar depth, fading discolouration, and rebuilding healthy skin structure.
Book Your Acne Scar Consultation in Toronto
Ready to take the next step? Our expert team at MD Skin Lab is here to support your journey toward clearer, smoother, and more radiant skin. Book your personalized acne scar appointment today, and let’s find the right solution for your skin!