At Ihosairaala, acne scars can also be treated with a picosecond laser. The picosecond laser smooths pitted acne scars by renewing the skin from within, and unlike fractional CO₂ laser treatment, the skin’s surface stays almost intact. Treatment typically requires 3–6 sessions, about 4–8 weeks apart. A single session takes about 20 minutes, not including numbing time. Redness and swelling usually subside within 1–2 days.
An appointment for nurse-performed picosecond laser treatment can be booked only after a consultation with a dermatologist. During the consultation, the doctor assesses the type and depth of the scars and whether the picosecond laser is a suitable treatment. The doctor can write a referral defining the treatment as medical care, in which case value-added tax (VAT) is 0%.
More information about the treatment and booking for a dermatologist consultation can be found on the page about picosecond laser treatment for acne scars.
