Can icepick scars be treated with subcision?

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Can small icepick scars the size of a pore be treated with subscision or is it used to treat bigger types of scars? Can subscision be performed on the nose? Why aren't Drs using the Acell+PRP combined technology to treat acne scars? I was harmed by an IPL over a year ago (and still suffering from it) so please please please do NOT Suggest laser treatments to me.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office is the leading scar treatment center and we use a combination protocol for HiDef Acne Scar Revision that includes fractional lasers, ablative lasers, Vbeam, Clear and Brilliant, subcision, TCA Cross, and acne surgery for acne scars. I would recommend TCA Cross and Ematrix RF for your ice pick scars. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian @kareplasticsurgery on InstagramLos Angeles

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Acne scarring can be treated with (Fractional) laser resurfacing, fillers, TCA cross, subcision and other combinations.  Please see an experienced cosmetic dermatologist for treatment someone who is fellowship trained in lasers.  IPL can burn people if not used by an expert.  Acell+PRP doesnt help acne scars.   Best, Dr. Emer.

Richard Ort, MD · Answer

Subcision works best for rolling scars which are indentations in the skin with a gradual, sloped border.  It does not work well for ice pick scars.  My preferred treatment for ice pick scars is CROSS treatment using 100% TCA. Regards,Dr. Ort

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