Hello doctor! I have approximately 15 shallow rolling and teathered acne scars on my cheeks and chin that I believe would benefit from subcision. They bother me so much and I would like to work on them as soon as I can. I am however, breastfeeding and am wondering if there would be any reason a doctor wouldn't want to do this procedure if I continue nursing. I understand that it would be advisable to "pump and dump" after the anesthesia. What is your take on this? Thanks!
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Answer: Acne Scarring -- Requires a Combination of Fractional Laser Resurfacing, Fillers Like Bellafill, Subcision and Eclipse Micropen
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...
Acne scars are usually characterized within the subtypes of atrophic, hypertrophic, pigmented, or inflammatory. These subtypes of acne scars can be visually discerning in ambient light and can cause significant cosmetic concerns. Indented and atrophic scars require a combination approach to...
You are indeed correct- multiple sessions are required for best results with subcision, especially for rolling and bound down or anchored scars. This procedure is best for scars the 'pucker' with animation. With the last subcison procedure, I normally place some filler such as Restylane or...