Punch Excision for acne scar revision

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD answers: Downtime for punch excision of acne scars?

How long is the usual downtime for punch excision of acne scars? What can be expected during the downtime/recovery period?


Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
8 months ago
By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Acne scars that have a high depth to width ration can be improved with micro-technique acne scar revision including punch excision with or without suture. In most cases, reepithelialization occurs within 24 hours, but the sutures will remain on the skin for 5 to 7 days. I use a very fine suture that is barely noticeable in order to minimize downtime. I encourage patients to return to work following the procedure.

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