I have acne scars on both cheeks. Is there a clinic in OC or LA county that treats acne scars with subcision?

Acne scars require a combination approach and will need a series of treatments to get improvement. I recommend lasers, microneedling/prp, subcision and fillers. See an expert in acne scarring for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

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 stimulate collagen and elastin, thereby smoothing contour and uneven skin. These are usually combined with lasers and depigmentation protocols to reduce inflammatory hyperpigmentation (Melarase AM and Melarase PM). Our Hidef protocols for acne scars include fillers such as Sculptra, Juvederm, Radiesse, and Restylane to improve deep acne scars; Vascular lasers to reduce inflammation and post-inflammatory redness and erythema; Fractional lasers to smooth contour and collagen; and Fractional RF to stimulate production of collagen within atrophic scars. Textural improvement and superficial scarring can be improved with Cosmelan peels, TCA Cross for ice-pick scars, deep chemical peels, and fractional CO2. We offer a personalized approach to your combination of scars and a formal evaluation with consultation is recommended to help you achieve your final results. Our plastic surgery office offers subcision and combination TCA Cross to help reduce deeply pitted scars. In terms of pigmentation and skin resonance, we recommend daily use of Melarase AM and Melarase PM coupled with Retinoid creams to achieve brilliant skin.

Best,
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Thank you for your question about acne scar treatments.  As many will mentioned, it is difficult to recommend the exact treatment for you without an in person consultation.  Treating acne scars is very difficult because the degree and type of scars vary greatly between individuals.  However, at our office using the Sciton Broad Band Light, BBL, we can treat active acne with a specific wavelength filter.  BBL is not beneficial in treating acne scars, just active acne.  Depending on the patient's ethnicity we may choose between Profractional Laser treatment, Microneedling with PRP (platelet rich plasma), or chemical peels to treat acne scars.  Keep in mind it will take more than one treatment to achieve great results.  
In addition to these procedures, we will put patients on a skin care regimen.  There are several medical grade products that will directly treat active acne and/or prevent breakouts.  Our office also recommends that everyone protect their skin DAILY with sunscreen.  
To be sure you receive the best treatment, see two or more experienced, licensed and 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 treatment. I hope this helps.

HI, we have found success with combining BellaFill Injections along with a dermapen/laser or Vivace procedure for treating acne scars. This is the best combination to fill in and smooth out the scarring. Good luck!