How subcision can help treat acne scars
Acne scars can stick around long after the pimples are gone. If you’re dealing with deep acne scars, you might be looking for ways to make your skin look smoother and more even. One of the first-line treatments for this is subcision.
In this post, we’ll explain what subcision is, and how it improves acne scars.
What is subcision?
Subcision is a special treatment for deep acne scars that works by breaking up the scar tissue under the skin. The scar tissue can pull your skin down and make it look uneven. During the subcision procedure, a small needle is inserted under the skin. The needle moves around to break up the scar tissue and loosen it. This process helps your skin heal naturally, making the scars look less noticeable over time.
Subcision typically works best for depressed scars—those that are sunken or pitted, like rolling scars or boxcar scars.
How does subcision help acne scars?
When you have acne scars, they are usually caused by tight scar tissue under your skin. This tissue pulls your skin down, making it appear uneven. Subcision helps by breaking up this scar tissue, allowing the skin to heal and regenerate.
- Breaks up scar tissue: Subcision physically breaks down the scar tissue, making your skin smoother.
- Encourages collagen growth: After subcision, your body starts making new collagen, which helps fill in the scars and improve the skin’s texture.
- Quick recovery: Subcision is a relatively quick procedure with short recovery. Most people are able to get back to normal activities within a day or two. There is usually swelling and redness, and occasionally bruising.
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Combining subcision with volume and support
While subcision is great at breaking up scar tissue, it can take time for the skin to naturally heal and look smoother. It also leaves a space under the surface where the scar tissue has been released. Depending on your suitability, improving structure and support for the area beneath the scar may help to improve the results.
