Bellafill or subcision for acne scars?

In my practice I do a combination of lasers/RF, subcision, needling and fillers all on the same day (check out my youtube!).  I think you get the best results with combination therapy.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question.Bellafill is a great option for the treatment of certain acne scars.  However, optimal treatment is usually best achieved with multiple treatments and patience.  In addition to Bellafill, the following options are also helpful:Profractional laser treatmentMicropen treatmentTo be sure, see two or more board-certified
providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good
candidate and that it is safe for you to have Bellafill or other treatment for acne scarring.Hope this helps.

Improving indented acne scarring can take some
time and patience, but with all the available new technologies, the potential
for correction is more promising than ever. eMatrix is a great place to start
to treat acne scars, while Bellafill filler can be a great follow-up for more
severe, stubborn scars that are not resolved through resurfacing alone.

In regards to your question, Bellafill can
actually be injected in conjunction with the act of subcision. Subcision
involves using a needle to break up scar tissue underneath acne scars. This
movement releases the indented tissue, and gradually helps to improve scars
depth. In my office, part of the technique of injecting Bellafill involves
first performing subcision at each injection site, then placing the product
beneath the scar. This technique provides an instant improvement, and ensures
patients get the most out of their treatment.

Bellafill, unlike other filler, does require a
skin test a few weeks prior, so take that into account when planning for treatment.
Also keep in mind that multiple sessions may be necessary depending on the
severity of your scarring. Proper injection technique with Bellafill is
particularly important, as its components are partially permanent, so be sure
to consult with an experienced board certified Dermatologist. Best of luck!