Acne Scar Treatment in Brooklyn NYC

At Park Slope Dermatology & Medi Spa, we understand how acne scars can affect your confidence and self-esteem. Led by Dr. Holder, we offer personalized acne scar treatments that restore smooth, even skin using the latest technology, including Fraxel Re:store laser.

Ice-Picks or Holes?

Acne scars or ice-picks, often referred by patients as “holes”, are triggered by the inflammatory cascade, which is acne, resulting in the degradation of collagen producing cells and collagen. Dr. Holder’s treatment of choice for acne scars, the Fraxel Re:store laser, targets and restores the collagen producing cells so that your skin can naturally restore itself. Our aftercare regimen is unique to PSD and promotes healing of.

Fraxel Laser for Acne Scars

Smooth out scars. Rebuild healthy skin. Reveal your natural glow.

Fraxel Re:store laser, Dr. Holder’s treatment of choice for patients with acne scarring. Unlike traditional resurfacing treatments, Fraxel uses fractional laser energy to target microscopic zones deep within the skin stimulating your body’s natural collagen production while leaving surrounding tissue untouched for faster healing.

This makes Fraxel especially effective at treating:

  • Ice-pick and boxcar scars
  • Uneven skin texture
  • Post-acne pigmentation
  • Enlarged pores

With a series of sessions, Fraxel helps replace damaged tissue with smoother, healthier skin, significantly reducing the appearance of acne scars and improving overall tone and texture.

What to Expect with Fraxel

Most patients begin to see results within a few weeks, with continued improvement over several months as collagen remodeling takes place. Because the treatment is non-ablative (meaning it doesn’t remove the top layer of skin), downtime is minimal, and our exclusive PSD aftercare routine helps enhance healing and comfort.

Each Fraxel session is customized by Dr. Holder to meet your skin’s needs, ensuring safe and effective treatment for all skin types.

Types of Acne Scars

Ice Pick Scars

Small, deep, and narrow scars that penetrate deep into the skin.

Rolling Scars

Wave-like depressions across the skin surface caused by bands of scar tissue.

Boxcar Scars

Small, deep, and narrow scars that penetrate deep into the skin.

Hypertrophic Scars

Wave-like depressions across the skin surface caused by bands of scar tissue.

Acne Scars Before and After Specialized Treatment

Remarkable transformation of our patients who have experienced our specialized acne treatments.

Acne Scarring Before and After
Acne Scarring Before and After
Acne Scarring Before and After Fraxel
Acne scarring after 1 month post Fraxel, 3 months post Fraxel
Before Fraxel- Acne scarring (left) After 1 month post Fraxel #3 (middle) After 3 months post Fraxel #6 (right)
Acne Scarring Before & After Acne Scar treatment
Acne Scarring Before (left) & After (right)
Before Vitalize Peel-Acne (left) After #3 Vitalize Peel (center) I Month Post Fraxel # 2 (right)
Before Vitalize Peel-Acne (left) After #3 Vitalize Peel (center) I Month Post Fraxel # 2 (right)
Before & After Fraxel
Before & After Fraxel

Start Your Acne Scar Treatments with our Trusted Brooklyn Dermatologist

Whether you’re dealing with acne, hormonal breakouts, or scars from the past, Park Slope Dermatology is here to help. With over 16 years of experience, Dr. Holder provides real results, compassionate care in the heart of Brooklyn.