Hello, this is Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic, the beginning of Coratherapy for removing scars.
Acne itself can be a significant source of stress, but even after acne heals, it often leaves behind depressed scars on the skin, causing additional concerns.
These acne scars occur when skin tissue is damaged due to severe inflammation or improper care, and they are categorized into types such as ice pick, boxcar, and rolling scars.
Among these, boxcar scars have more distinct edges and are more noticeable than other types, often leading to greater cosmetic concerns.
Today, we would like to explain in detail what boxcar scars are, their characteristics, and the available treatment methods.

Definition of Boxcar Scars

Boxcar scars are a common type of depressed acne scars that appear after acne has healed.
They are characterized by a square-shaped indentation on the skin’s surface, with well-defined edges that resemble small box-like marks.
The depth and size of these scars can vary,
and they make the skin texture appear rough and more pronounced under light.

These depressed acne scars occur when inflammatory acne damages the deeper layers of the skin,
hindering the proper regeneration of collagen.
In particular, boxcar scars form when inflammatory acne spreads to the dermis layer, causing widespread damage to the skin tissue.
The damaged area collapses broadly and flatly without becoming deeply indented, forming sharp, distinct boundaries.
As a result, these scars are difficult to conceal with makeup, often causing significant stress.

Characteristics of Boxcar Scars

To elaborate further on the characteristics of boxcar scars,
they leave square-shaped, depressed marks as mentioned earlier,
with distinct, nearly right-angled edges and relatively flat bottoms.
This makes them easy to distinguish from other types of scars.
They often occur on broad areas such as the cheeks or temples,
and they become more noticeable under light due to the shadows they cast.
Additionally, when makeup is applied, foundation or powder often settles into the scars,
making the skin texture appear uneven, which can lead to greater cosmetic stress.
Due to these characteristics, boxcar scars are considered one of the most burdensome types of scars from an aesthetic perspective.

Treatment Methods for Boxcar Scars

Boxcar scars are difficult to heal naturally and require professional treatment.
Common treatments include Coratherapy, Fraxel laser treatment, shoulder resurfacing, subcision, and skin regeneration injections.

1. Coratherapy
: Coratherapy stimulates collagen production within the skin to repair damaged tissue, helping the skin regenerate itself. It is particularly effective for rolling scars where the skin is widely depressed, as it smooths the skin texture and restores elasticity. By inducing a natural regeneration process, it offers more fundamental improvement compared to methods that only treat the surface. Consistent care and combined treatments can help reduce scars.

2. Fraxel Laser Treatment
: Fraxel laser treatment induces collagen regeneration by creating microthermal zones in the skin, smoothing the surface. The best results are achieved with repeated sessions at regular intervals.

3. Shoulder Resurfacing
: This treatment involves using lasers to smooth the sharp edges of scars, making the boundaries less distinct and allowing the skin surface to blend naturally. It is often combined with other treatments for better results.

4. Skin Regeneration Injections
: This method involves directly injecting regenerative substances into the skin to promote collagen and elastin production, helping to repair damaged skin and improve elasticity. It is often used as a supplementary treatment alongside other methods.

Because boxcar scars have distinct boundaries and flat bottoms,
a combined approach of boundary softening + collagen regeneration is usually required rather than a single treatment.
If it is difficult to combine multiple treatments and only one method can be chosen,
Coratherapy is recommended.

Coratherapy at Rodam

The reason we recommend Coratherapy as a treatment for boxcar scars is that
it is not simply a method of filling in scars.
Instead, it directly stimulates collagen production within the skin, promoting fundamental regeneration.
This process creates an environment where the skin can gradually heal itself,
leading to long-term effects.
Additionally, Coratherapy helps to soften the distinct boundaries of boxcar scars,
allowing them to blend naturally with the surrounding skin, which sets it apart from other treatments.

Since 2006, Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic’s Coratherapy has utilized a special L-shaped incision needle
to delicately sever the adhered tissue beneath the skin.
This process easily breaks down the firmly fixed scar boundaries,
allowing the scar to rise and the skin surface to become smoother.
Moreover, Coratherapy targets only the depressed scar areas without affecting normal skin,
minimizing side effects such as increased sensitivity compared to ablative lasers.
As a result, even those with sensitive skin can undergo the procedure relatively safely,
achieving both scar improvement and skin texture recovery.

In conclusion, Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic’s Coratherapy for boxcar scars
is a method that satisfies the three aspects of regeneration, safety, and effectiveness.
If you are struggling with boxcar scars, why not consider Coratherapy?
If you have any further questions, please contact us at the number below.
Rodam Korean Medicine Clinic is always dedicated to treating not only the scars on your skin but also the wounds in your heart.
Thank you.