Can you do Subcision on yourself?
The office procedure is deemed safe, but should always be done by a trained medical professional in a sterile environment. “If not done properly, subcision can be quite damaging, and even create new scars in the process,” emphasizes Nazarian. “This is not a treatment that you can perform on yourself at home.”
How effective is Subcision for acne scars?
Subcision is the only procedure that can lift scars that have been tethered down. It, therefore, improves rolling and boxcars acne scars. The degree of improvement can be in the range of 10-50%.
Is Subcision permanent for acne scars?
Does subcision give permanent results? Yes! If the acne scar is tethered to underlying structures, breaking up the fibrotic bands will give an immediate and permanent lift of the scar.
Can you do Subcision without filler?
Subcision can be performed without using fillers. In this situation, multiple sessions are usually needed. We like combining subcision with PRP because it assists in wound healing, is natural, and keeps the skin lifted.
What should not do after Subcision?
Do not apply any makeup to the treated area(s) for 24 hours. Make sure makeup brushes and sponges have been washed and cleaned prior to resuming makeup. The treated area(s) should feel relatively back to normal within 72 hours, although occasionally the treated areas may be slightly tender to touch for up to a week.
Is Subcision worth?
A small 2005 study investigated the use of subcision to treat rolling acne scars among 40 participants. The researchers reported that although the scars were not completely healed, 90 percent of patients reported an improvement in the appearance of their scars.
Why do scars tether?
Scar tethering is sometimes part of your body’s scar healing, with scar tissue under the skin adhering to deeper structures. The scar healing process takes about 24 months in total, and during this period the scar progresses through a number of phases and presentations.