Acne Scarring & Surgical Scars

Acne scars and surgical scars form when the skin’s natural healing process is disrupted, leading to an overproduction or loss of collagen. Acne scars are commonly caused by inflamed blemishes that damage deeper layers of skin, while surgical scars form as the body repairs incisions or injuries. Both can appear as depressions, raised areas, or discoloration, creating uneven skin tone and texture that can persist long after the skin has healed.

At Kelowna Hills, our physician-led team carefully assesses the type, depth, and cause of your scars to determine the most effective treatment plan. We focus on restoring healthy collagen production, improving skin texture, and enhancing overall smoothness. Our treatments target:

• Atrophic (depressed) acne scars such as ice pick, boxcar, and rolling scars
  
• Hypertrophic or raised surgical scars
  
• Pigmented or red post-inflammatory marks
• Surface irregularities and uneven tone
  

By combining medical expertise with advanced technology, we help you achieve smoother, more refined, and healthier-looking skin.

Scars develop when the skin’s healing process is either overactive or incomplete, disrupting the balance of collagen in the dermis. With acne, inflammation from severe or cystic breakouts can destroy healthy tissue, leading to depressions or indentations once the blemishes heal. Surgical scars, on the other hand, can form when an incision heals with excessive collagen buildup or tension, resulting in thickened, raised marks.

Common contributing factors include:

• Picking or squeezing acne lesions
  
• Genetic predisposition to scarring or keloids
  
• Prolonged inflammation or infection
  
• Inadequate post-surgical wound care
  
• Excess sun exposure during healing
  
• Smoking or nutritional deficiencies
  

Because no two scars are alike, our physician-led team takes a diagnostic approach to understand how your skin heals and what’s preventing it from regenerating properly. This allows us to design a customized plan that encourages collagen remodeling, reduces discoloration, and restores smoother, more even texture.

As a physician-directed clinic, we specialize in comprehensive, medical-grade treatments that rebuild and regenerate damaged skin. Each treatment plan begins with a detailed consultation to assess scar type, severity, and skin condition. From there, we design a customized program that stimulates new collagen production, refines texture, and enhances tone for long-lasting results.

Depending on your skin’s needs, your customized scar revision plan may include:

• SkinPen® Microneedling or Morpheus8 2.0 RF Microneedling to stimulate collagen, smooth texture, and soften the appearance of scars
  
• PRP for Facial Rejuvenation to accelerate healing and encourage healthy new skin cell growth
  
• Exosome Therapy to enhance recovery, promote regeneration, and improve skin quality after microneedling or RF treatments
  
• Chemical Peels to exfoliate the surface, fade discoloration, and refine uneven tone
  
• Dermal Fillers to lift depressed scars and restore smoother skin contour
  

Every treatment is performed or overseen by our physician-led team, ensuring your safety, comfort, and optimal aesthetic results.

Healing and remodeling the skin takes time, consistency, and professional guidance. At Kelowna Hills, we emphasize long-term scar management strategies to maintain and enhance your results. Our approach combines advanced in-clinic procedures with at-home medical skincare to support continued collagen remodeling and skin regeneration.

Our recommendations for long-term success include:

• Regular maintenance treatments to continue improving skin texture
  
• Daily use of sunscreen to prevent pigmentation and protect healing skin
  
• Incorporating vitamin C, peptides, and retinoids to boost collagen production
  
• Avoiding picking, exfoliating, or irritating the treated areas during recovery
  
• Ongoing follow-ups to monitor your progress and adjust your skincare plan
  

Because our clinic is physician-led, every step of your scar-repair journey is medically guided and supported by clinical expertise. With ongoing care, your skin becomes smoother, healthier, and visibly more radiant over time.