The pinhole method using an erbium:YAG laser for the treatment of papular acne scars

This is a case report of treating papular Acne Scar occurring on the chin and torso with Er:YAG laser Pinhole for Burn & Surgical Scar. Two patients with papular Acne Scar on the chin were treated with a 2,940nm Er:YAG laser using the Pinhole for Burn & Surgical Scar method, which creates microscopic holes in the Scar. Both patients achieved good cosmetic results, and side effects such as mild pain, post-procedure pain, and erythema naturally disappeared within 2 weeks. The researchers reported that Er:YAG laser Pinhole for Burn & Surgical Scar could be used as a safe and effective treatment for papular Acne Scar.