Acne Scar Treatment (AestheFill)

Treatment Overview

Acne scars can be difficult to treat because they involve a loss of collagen beneath the skin. AestheFill is a next-generation collagen biostimulator made from poly-D,L-lactic acid (PDLLA) microspheres. Unlike traditional dermal fillers that only provide instant volume, AestheFill works by stimulating your skin’s own collagen production, gradually restoring thickness, firmness, and smoothness to scarred skin.

This makes it an excellent choice for patients with rolling scars, shallow boxcar scars, or atrophic acne scars who want natural, progressive, and long-lasting results.

Key benefits

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Reduces depressed acne scars (rolling, shallow boxcar, atrophic)
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Improves skin texture and firmness by rebuilding dermal support
Collagen Remodeling
Stimulates collagen production for long-term results
Brighten Skin
Provides gradual, natural improvement (no “overfilled” look)
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Results last up to 18–24 months with maintenance
Minimal Downtime
Minimally invasive with little to no downtime

how it works

AestheFill contains biodegradable PDLLA microspheres, which act as a scaffold beneath the skin.

Once injected into depressed scars, these microspheres stimulate fibroblasts to produce new Type I collagen, gradually filling and lifting the scar from within.

Over time, the AestheFill material is absorbed by the body, but the new collagen remains, creating smoother, healthier skin that looks and feels more even.

Because collagen remodeling takes time, results are progressive, with improvements becoming visible over 4–12 weeks and lasting up to 2 years.

Treatment Process

1
Consultation & Assessment - Our aesthetic doctor examines your scar type (rolling, boxcar, ice pick) and recommends if AestheFill is suitable, often as part of a combination scar treatment plan.
2
Preparation - Numbing cream is applied to ensure comfort.
3
Injection - AestheFill is injected precisely into the depressed scars
4
Massage - The treated area is gently massaged to distribute the product.
5
Mask Application - A soothing mask is applied for 15–20 minutes to calm the skin.
6
Recovery - Minimal downtime. Some patients notice mild swelling, redness or small bruises, which usually settle within 1 to 3 days.
Duration :
 

60-75 minutes

Best result :
 

2–3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart

Longevity :
 

Results last up to 18–24 months depending on skin condition and aftercare

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Duration :
 

60-75 minutes

Best result :
 

2–3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart

Longevity :
 

Results last up to 18–24 months depending on skin condition and aftercare

Aesthefill wrinkles reduction Petaling Jaya

Duration :

60-75 minutes

Best Results :

2–3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart

Longevity :

Results last up to 18–24 months depending on skin condition and aftercare
Aesthefill wrinkles reduction Petaling Jaya

Who Can Benefit

Depressed acne scars sit lower than the surrounding skin because the collagen beneath them has been lost. AestheFill is placed under these scars, where it stimulates new collagen that gradually lifts them and thickens the skin.

  • Rolling scars
  • Shallow boxcar and atrophic scars
  • Scars surrounded by thin or sunken skin
  • Patients who want gradual, natural improvement

Ice-pick and tethered scars need TCA CROSS or subcision first, and AestheFill can be placed after subcision to help keep released scars lifted. Matrix RF microneedling, PicoWay and Fotona refine the surface, so we often combine treatments.

We postpone treatment during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or with an infection in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which acne scars respond best?

Rolling and shallow boxcar scars. Deep ice-pick scars need other treatments first.

How many sessions will I need?

Usually 2 to 3, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.

When will I see results?

Scars lift gradually over 6 to 8 weeks and keep improving for about 3 months as collagen builds.

Can I combine it with other scar treatments?

Yes, and it often gives the best result. Matrix RF microneedling, PicoWay and Fotona smooth the surface, while AestheFill rebuilds support underneath.

How long do results last?

Typically 18 to 24 months.

Is there downtime?

Mild swelling, redness or small bruises for 1 to 3 days. Most patients return to work the next day.

AestheFill also treats other concerns. See the full overview on our AestheFill page.