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So to start off, let me just say that I have a variety of scarring all over my cheeks. They range from rolling scars,ice pick scars, and boxcar scars.I went to a cosmetic dermatologist to see if I would be a good candidate for dermabrasion, subcision, or any type of surgical procedure but he said that he couldn't do it because my skin is susceptible to scarring =/ I don't understand how that is possible if those procedures were specifically made to get rid of scarring/ or should i say to "make them less noticeable". So after my consultation he referred me to a registered nurse that specialized in injectables. During the consultation she told me that it would be a waste of money to get them because the skin may not absorb them, and that I should get a chemical peel and skinpen treatments at monthly intervals. I don't know who to believe, I feel like their just trying to sell me a service that won't work. I have wasted money on ematrix treatments at "American Laser Center." I don't want to be fooled again. Has anyone gone through this same experience? What do you reccomend? I have a consultation with a plastic surgeon at the end of this month, would that be my best bet?
I'm guessing that you have really dark skin--type V or type VI on the Fitzpatrick scale. Check out this page if you don't know what I mean: http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/are-you-at-risk/fitzpatrick-skin-quiz
If you have dark skin, it's a very good idea to consult someone experienced in dealing with your skin type. I don't know if the plastic surgeon you'll visit next is specifically qualified, though it helps to get another opinion.
Mild glycolic peels or long-term glycolic acid treatment can help, but you must be careful.
No, I have white skin, but I have a Hispanic background. Im actually pretty pale, I don't expose my skin to the sun very much. That's why I was baffled when the dermatologist said that I couldn't any of the procedures I have requested. As for the dermaroller, I think I might just try it out before I pay a visit to the plastic surgeon. Its way cheaper than the consultation itself and I have seen so many positive reviews on it. I hope it works <3 im sick of these holes in my face.
No, I have white skin, but I have a Hispanic background. Im actually pretty pale, I don't expose my skin to the sun very much. That's why I was baffled when the dermatologist said that I couldn't any of the procedures I have requested. As for the dermaroller, I think I might just try it out before I pay a visit to the plastic surgeon. Its way cheaper than the consultation itself and I have seen so many positive reviews on it. I hope it works
im sick of these holes in my face.
That's unusual. Good idea to get a second opinion.
The problem with dermarollers is that a lot of people guess at which needle sizes would be good for them. I suspect that's why some people have bad results (like infections) or see no results at all. Another problem is that dermarolling by itself is a very long treatment process--it can take as long as a year to see any difference! You also have to be picky which topicals to use; they might cause or worsen hyperpigmentation. Just keep this in mind.
Good luck on your quest to treat scars! 
I think sometimes with ethnic skin it is unpredictable how you will heal after a procedure. Even though it appears very fair, ethnic skin still has tendencies towards post treatment hyperpigmentation and scarring. As for me, I am fair skinned asian, but I hyperpigmented really bad after co2 laser. It took a while to resolve, but it was really noticeable because I did only the cheeks so you noticed the color contrast.
Also, it doesn't sound like that doctor is an acne scar specialist. I recommend always doing a test spot to see how you heal, esp. because of your background. Don't jump in head first.