Advanced Acne Scar Resurfacing at Acne Center of Michigan
Acne scars are not just a surface problem. Many scars involve changes in skin texture, scar edges, collagen damage, and deeper structural tethering beneath the skin. That is why acne scar treatment often requires more than a basic facial laser.
At Acne Center of Michigan, Dr. Craig Singer uses the Lumenis UltraPulse CO2 laser as part of a customized acne scar revision plan. UltraPulse is an advanced ablative CO2 laser platform designed for skin resurfacing, scar revision, and acne scar treatment. Lumenis describes UltraPulse technology as useful for acne scars, including deeper scars, while also improving damaged skin and tone.
Why UltraPulse CO₂ Laser?
The UltraPulse CO2 laser allows controlled resurfacing of damaged acne-scarred skin. Unlike lighter resurfacing devices, CO2 lasers remove microscopic columns or layers of damaged skin while stimulating collagen remodeling during healing.
UltraPulse offers several treatment modes, including ActiveFX, DeepFX, and SCAAR FX, allowing treatment to be adjusted based on scar type, depth, and skin quality. SCAAR FX is specifically described by Lumenis as a mode for advanced scar resurfacing requiring both ablation and coagulation.
What Acne Scars Can UltraPulse Help Improve?
UltraPulse CO2 laser may help improve:
Shallow boxcar acne scars
Textural acne scarring
Blended scar edges
Certain deeper or thicker scars
Uneven skin texture
Post-acne surface irregularity
Sun damage and tone changes when present
Not every acne scar should be treated the same way. Ice pick scars, boxcar scars, rolling scars, and tethered scars often require different procedures. In many patients, laser resurfacing is only one part of the plan.
Acne Scar Treatment Is Not “Just Laser”
Many patients come to Acne Center of Michigan after trying fractional CO2 laser, Fraxel, RF microneedling, or microneedling elsewhere and still having visible scars.
The reason is simple: acne scars are often structural.
If a scar is tethered down, sharply edged, or deeply anchored, resurfacing alone may not fully correct it. Dr. Singer may combine UltraPulse CO2 laser with other acne scar procedures, such as:
Subcision
TCA CROSS for ice pick scars
Targeted scar-edge ablation
Punch excision or punch elevation
Filler or biostimulatory support when indicated
The goal is not to “laser everything.” The goal is to identify the scar type and use the right procedure for that specific defect.
ActiveFX, DeepFX, and SCAAR FX
ActiveFX
ActiveFX is generally used for more superficial resurfacing, blending, texture, and broader surface improvement.
DeepFX
DeepFX can be used for deeper fractional resurfacing when acne scars require more collagen remodeling beneath the surface.
SCAAR FX
SCAAR FX is designed for advanced scar resurfacing and can be used for more significant scar tissue requiring deeper treatment. Lumenis describes SCAAR FX as part of its scar revision technology for more severely damaged skin lesions.
Who Is a Candidate?
You may be a candidate for UltraPulse CO2 laser acne scar resurfacing if you have:
Visible acne scar texture
Boxcar or rolling acne scars
Scars that have not improved enough with microneedling or lighter lasers
Uneven skin surface after acne
Realistic expectations about improvement, downtime, and staged treatment
A consultation is required because skin type, scar type, pigmentation risk, acne activity, and prior treatments all matter.
Downtime and Recovery
UltraPulse CO2 laser is an ablative resurfacing procedure, so downtime is expected. Recovery depends on treatment intensity, skin type, and whether the laser is combined with other acne scar procedures.
Typical recovery may include:
Redness
Swelling
Oozing or crusting early in healing
Peeling
Temporary sensitivity
Strict sun avoidance
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk, especially in darker skin types
Sun protection after resurfacing is critical. Patients must follow post-procedure wound care instructions closely.
Why Choose Acne Center of Michigan?
Acne scar revision is highly specialized. It requires understanding scar anatomy, skin physiology, wound healing, laser-tissue interaction, and complication prevention.
At Acne Center of Michigan, the treatment plan is based on the scar pattern — not on pushing one device for every patient. UltraPulse CO2 laser is used as part of a broader acne scar correction strategy when it is the right tool for the scar.
Schedule an Acne Scar Consultation
If you have acne scars and want to understand what type of scars you have — and what treatment approach actually makes sense — schedule a consultation at Acne Center of Michigan.
Call Acne Center of Michigan to schedule your acne scar consultation. Located in Bingham Farms, Michigan.