What Are Acne Scar Treatment Claims?
Depending on the severity of your scarring, there are several different approaches to smoothing and reducing the appearance of acne scars on your skin. Whether your surgeon suggests a form of laser surgery, a punch technique, or a combination of the two, acne scar procedures often leave the skin looking sore in the months following and can cause further damage if performed incorrectly.
Acne scar treatment claims can be made by any patient who believes they were subject to substandard surgical practice while under the care of their cosmetic surgeon. From early consultations to discuss your surgical options to the care you receive while you are recovering from your acne scar treatment, negligence can occur at any point in the surgical pipeline, and our team of surgical solicitors is well-equipped to help you identify any and all wrongdoing.
Can I Claim Against My Acne Scar Treatment?
While there are risks involved in undergoing any type of cosmetic surgery, being insufficiently prepared for the risks associated with your procedure or incurring avoidable injuries due to poor surgical performance are clear indicators of negligent practice. While you may be aware of some of the more obvious issues with your acne scar treatment, your claim should highlight every possible instance of malpractice to ensure you are awarded the compensation you deserve.
During your initial consultation with one of our surgical negligence team, you will be asked to consider whether any of the following mistakes were made during the course of your treatment:
- Your surgeon failed to disclose that acne scar treatment is typically temporary and that future treatment will likely be necessary. Creating false hope or expectations about the outcome of your procedure diminishes your capacity to give fully informed consent, providing a solid justification for making an acne scar treatment claim.
- Your surgeon did not make you aware of all the available options for treatment, and they failed to explain the risks associated with each procedure.
- Your skin was chemically burned during your procedure due to the negligence of your surgeon.
- You were subjected to muscle or nerve damage in the part of your face that received laser treatment.
- The condition of your skin was unchanged after receiving treatment.
- You received inaccurate advice or were prescribed inappropriate medications to aid your recovery.
The impact that any negligence has had on your life will equally factor into the eligibility of your acne scar treatment claim. While this includes any physical harm that you might have experienced, such as additional scarring, hyperpigmentation, or hypopigmentation, our solicitors will consider any emotional, psychological or financial damages you have suffered subsequent to your treatment.
What Is the Acne Scar Treatment Claims Process?
If you suspect that you have received negligent acne scar treatment, we strongly recommend getting in touch with our specialist solicitors to gain their insight into your case. The cosmetic surgical industry suffers from some of the least consistent regulations of any field of practice, which can make it almost impossible to navigate the claims process without professional guidance.
Once you have been allocated a solicitor with experience in similar cosmetic negligence cases, they will launch an investigation into the circumstances of your situation in order to assess the eligibility of your claim, as well as how much compensation you may be able to secure. While the amount of compensation awarded to acne scar treatment claims varies from case to case, the value of your claim typically covers:
- The cost of your acne scar treatment.
- The cost of any subsequent or corrective surgery.
- Any financial losses related to your treatment, such as loss of earnings, unemployment and difficulty in the job market, as well as travel expenses incurred while receiving additional treatment.
- Any other treatment you may require, such as therapy for psychological trauma.
Once your supporting evidence has been collected and we are satisfied with the valuation of your compensation, we will submit your claim and await a response. At Medical Solicitors, we recognise the emotional strain that the claims process can place on patients who are already suffering. In addition to keeping you updated on the progress of your acne scar treatment claim, we are committed to helping you find the right pastoral or professional support.
Can Medical Solicitors Assist with My Acne Scar Treatment Claim?
Our compassionate team of solicitors have been assisting with acne scars and other cosmetic claims for over 30 years, providing tailored guidance and support to reflect the needs of each client. By collaborating with medical experts and applying our specialist insight to your case, we can guarantee that your acne scar treatment claim receives the attention it needs to maximise your compensation while holding the negligent parties accountable for their actions.
Whether your acne scar treatment was provided through the NHS or was accessed through private healthcare, we appreciate that negligent treatment can have a serious impact on your finances. With this in mind, Medical Solicitors offers free legal advice and ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreements to ensure our services are as accessible as possible to those in need.
If you or someone you love has received negligent acne scar treatment and you want to pursue the claims process, please contact us today so we can offer our insight into your case.
