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Subsicion and Fat Transfer on Acne Scars, What Results Should I Expect?

asked 9 months ago by dre in Minneapolis, MN
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
Question viewed 222 times
Tags: acne scars, results, subcision

What results can I expect from this procedure on acne scars? I am having this done this week.

4 answers to Subsicion and Fat Transfer on Acne Scars, What Results Should I Expect?

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Fat Transfer

Some minor swelling for a couple of weeks, and healing over 6 weeks. Thank you for your question and good luck with everything.
Vivek Bansal, MD

Danville Plastic Surgeon
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Subcision and fat transfer for acne scars

Acne scars are VERY difficult to treat. Unfortunately, it seems like there are "miracle" cures out there, with the latest, gretest laser treatment. I think the road you are taking has a very good chance of making a significant improvement. Good luck!
Lawrence Kass, MD

Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Acne scars and fat transfer

There are a number of classes of acne scars. Most respond well to basic subcision to release scar bands and allow lifting of the tissue. This is then followed by plumping the under surface with some type of filler, in this case your own fat cells. I have had good success with this technique. Scars are always present once they form but can really be improved. The most difficult cases are what we consider "ice pick scars." They are very deep and... more
Todd Christopher Hobgood, MD

Phoenix Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Subcision and Fat Transfer under Acne Scars

When using this technique to treat depressed acne scars I have found that both patient and surgeon were satisfied with the results achieved. Treatment of acne scars is very difficult - I always tell patients that there will be improvement but the scars will not be eliminated.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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