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Can Any Dermatologist Do Subcision of Rolling Acne Scars?

or only 'cosmetic dermatologists' or plastic surgeons?

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by corinnebrown in long island ny
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You have to do your homework

Dr. Rand's response is right on. How a doctor develops their practice is much like any other professional. The composition and areas of high expertise is very varied. If you have a very specific request such as the one you make, it's imperative that you spend the time and energy to figure out who in your region is particularly interested and focused on this issue. It would be nice if we could just tell you to go to a well-qualified, board certified plastic surgeon, facial plastic... more
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Experience is key

Treatments such as subcision are very experience dependent and are not in the armanentarium of most dermatologists, or plastic surgeons for that matter. You should seek the advice of a doctor who is of highest reputation and has significant experience with this treatment. Dr. Miles Gravier in Atlanta is a plastic surgeon who has extensive experience with this.

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