Should Tretinoin cream be used to treat pitted scars?

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Hello pharmacist,
I have pitted scars and want to treat with Tretinoin cream. So the pharmacist asked me if I should use Tretinoin cream to treat pitted scars? How much cream or gel should I use? Thank you pharmacist.
Duong Thi Yen (2000)
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Answered by Pharmacist Hoang Tra Linh - Vinmec International General Hospital Da Nang.
Hello,
With the question “Should I use Tretinoin cream to treat pitted scars? ", the pharmacist would like to answer as follows:
Tretinoin is a synthetic form of vitamin A, with many times stronger activity than Retinol, often indicated in the treatment of acne of all kinds; photoaging skin; horny skin disorders.
You should note that in the treatment of pitted scars, along with the main methods, Tretinoin and Retinoid group compounds can be selected as a substance to lighten the skin with pitted scars caused by acne to avoid increased persistent post-inflammatory pigmentation. Therefore, to ensure safe and effective treatment of pitted scars, you should go to specialized facilities for advice on appropriate methods.
If you still have questions about using Tretinoin cream to treat pitted scars, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!