Subcision and Radiesse As Acne Treatment?

Hi Anon, Subcision and Radiesse injections are a nice way to treat isolated acne scars.  The best current available technology to treat acne scarring is Fraxel re:pair or Deep Fx, though neither is FDA approved for this application we have seen great success.  Good luck and be well. Dr. P

Although I am unaware of the study that you are referring to, subcision and filler injection is an effective way of treating certain kinds of acne scars (deeper saucer and ice pick). The risk is minimal, as it is not likely to worsen your appearance. I use this technique successfully in my practice for these types of acne scars with several of the injectable fillers including Radiesse, Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, and Sculptra (all off FDA label use of course). This is the one time that... more

I have never heard of Radiesse being used for acne scars, but because such treatment would entail rather superficial placement of Radiesse in a potentially dynamic area, I would predict the development of hard nodules at sites of injection. This is of course based on pure speculation since I have no evidence for my opinion. Saline subcision is an excellent treatment for depressed, spoon-shaped or box-car type scars of the skin. I have had good success with it. You need to be patient,... more

Subcision is the cutting or tunneling under a scar to free up the bound down scar and create a pocket to inject a material such as Radiesse to create a barrier to help prevent the scar from reattaching itself. It is done under local anesthesia and is quick and easy to undergo. The results are helpful and can be done a few times if needed. Good Luck, David Hansen, MD