Zayda Yeoh, NP
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Zayda leads aesthetic care at Radiance East Bay Aesthetics and performs the LaseMD Ultra, Laser Genesis and microneedling sessions on this page herself.
Meet ZaydaSkin concerns
Acne scar treatment in Pleasanton, CA, for pitted, raised and lingering scars
Acne scar treatment rebuilds the collagen a breakout destroyed, so pitted scars fill in from below and rough, uneven texture smooths out. At Radiance East Bay Aesthetics in Pleasanton, the options are LaseMD Ultra, microneedling, Laser Genesis and chemical peels, and which one suits your scars is decided at a complimentary skin consultation with Darinka Morfin, LE, or Zayda Yeoh, NP. Old scars respond as well as new ones, so it is never too late to start.
What causes acne scars
A scar forms when a breakout goes deep enough to damage the tissue under the skin. How the skin heals decides what kind of scar is left.
- Atrophic scars are small pits or depressions. The skin lost collagen while healing and never fully filled the gap. These are the most common and the ones that respond best to collagen-building treatments.
- Hypertrophic scars are raised. The skin produced too much collagen and the scar sits above the surface.
- Keloid scars are raised scars that grow beyond the original breakout into thick, rubbery tissue. They are the hardest to treat, and the consultation will say so plainly.
Four things raise the risk of scarring: how inflamed the breakout was (deep cystic acne scars most), leaving acne untreated for a long time, squeezing or picking, and genetics. Some skin simply scars more easily.
What we treat
Treatments for acne scars at Radiance
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LaseMD Ultra
A non-ablative fractional laser that stimulates collagen deep in the skin without damaging the surface, smoothing the texture scarring leaves behind. It works on old and new scars, is safe for all skin types, and leaves mild redness for a day or two.
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Microneedling
Fine needles create controlled micro-injuries that trigger new collagen and elastin, so pitted scars gradually fill and pores refine. RF microneedling adds radiofrequency energy for deeper remodeling and is the option for deeper scars.
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Laser Genesis
A gentle, heat-based laser that softens both new and old scars while reducing pore size and redness. There is no downtime, and results build across a series of sessions.
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Chemical peels
A medium-depth peel removes the damaged top layer and reduces the appearance of acne scars, with visible results after one treatment. Peels also pair with the treatments above to improve texture between sessions.
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The appointment
What to expect
- i
Consultation
Darinka or Zayda examines the scars, identifies which type you have and whether any acne is still active, and recommends the treatment that fits your scars and your skin tone. You leave with a session count and the cost. Skin consultations are complimentary.
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Treatment
LaseMD Ultra and Laser Genesis feel like mild tingling or warmth. Microneedling is done after numbing cream. A peel tingles while it works.
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Aftercare
Expect a day or two of redness after LaseMD Ultra, one to three days after microneedling, none after Laser Genesis. Daily sunscreen and a pause on active skincare for a few days protect the result.
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Results
Collagen builds over weeks, so texture improves gradually between sessions. Most plans run as a series of three or more treatments spaced a few weeks apart, with the best result a few months after the last one.
Candidacy
Is acne scar treatment right for you?
You are likely a good candidate if you:
- have pitted, uneven or raised scars left after acne cleared
- want to improve texture without surgery
- have any skin tone, since LaseMD Ultra and both forms of microneedling are safe for all skin types
- are willing to commit to a series rather than a single visit
If breakouts are still active, they are calmed first, so new scars stop forming while old ones are treated. If what remains is flat dark marks rather than texture, that is pigment.
Cost
What affects the cost of acne scar treatment in Pleasanton
The cost depends on which treatment your scars need, how many sessions the plan calls for, and the size of the area treated. Deeper scars that call for RF microneedling sit at a different point from a peel series. You hear the exact cost from Darinka or Zayda at the consultation, before anything is booked. Members receive a discount on aesthetic treatments. Payment plans are available.
Your providers
Who treats you
Darinka Morfin, LE
Licensed esthetician
Darinka, a licensed esthetician with 7 years of hands-on skincare experience, performs the chemical peels under Zayda's direction.
Meet Darinka
Client reviews
Acne scar treatment reviews
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Google rating, 93+ reviews
Patients rate Radiance East Bay Aesthetics 4.9 out of 5 across more than 93 Google reviews.
Questions
Acne scar treatment questions, answered
Still unsure? The skin consultation is complimentary, and Darinka or Zayda will answer anything this page does not.
Can acne scars be removed completely?
Treatment significantly reduces the appearance of acne scars rather than erasing every one. Pitted scars fill in as new collagen forms, raised scars soften, and the overall texture smooths. Keloid scars are the hardest type, and the consultation will tell you honestly what to expect for yours.
Which treatment is best for acne scars?
It depends on the scar type and your skin. LaseMD Ultra and microneedling rebuild collagen under pitted scars, RF microneedling reaches deeper scars, Laser Genesis softens scars with no downtime, and a medium-depth peel improves surface texture. Darinka or Zayda recommends one at a complimentary consultation.
Does acne scar treatment work on old scars?
Yes. LaseMD Ultra and Laser Genesis both treat old and new scars, because the collagen response they trigger does not depend on how long the scar has been there. Older scars may take a longer series.
Is laser acne scar treatment safe for darker skin?
Yes, with the right device. LaseMD Ultra, Laser Genesis and both forms of microneedling are safe for all skin types and tones. The consultation confirms which is best for yours before anything is booked.
How many sessions does acne scar treatment take?
Most plans are a series. LaseMD Ultra usually runs three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, microneedling about three sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, and Laser Genesis four to six sessions spaced three to four weeks apart. The number depends on your scars and is set at the consultation.
How much does acne scar treatment cost in Pleasanton?
Three things set the cost: the treatment your scars need, the number of sessions and the size of the area. You get the exact figure at the consultation at Radiance East Bay Aesthetics. A membership discount applies to aesthetic treatments, and payment plans are available.
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Your next step
Start with a look at the scars
Scar type decides the treatment, and that takes a trained eye, not a search. Darinka or Zayda will tell you what kind you have, what will improve it and what it costs.
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