Should I go and get subcision for acne scarring after my RF Microneedling treatments?

There's really no right answer as to when to do subcision for acne scarring. In your case, I'd finish the RF-microneedling and that way you can clearly judge the results from that treatment; if you intermix subcision, it will be hard to tell the benefits of each. Once you finish your series, I'd move onto subcision with your local dermatologist - this is a complex treatment requiring good anatomical knowledge and that is why its not done in spas/salons etc.

Thank you very much for your question. It is important to remember that any device is only as good as the person operating it. I would highly recommend that you get assessed by board-certified dermatologist to formulate a plan unique to you

Generally speaking it is always best to combine modalities when treating acne scarring - Especially if they are deep or if there are different types of scars.

In our clinic we most frequently recommend a combination of resurfacing (radiofrequency vs laser) with subcision and dermal filler placement. Occasionally we may also recommended certain scars be excised

In general it is always best to start with subcision if that’s what’s needed. This is because subcision can sometimes leave post inflammatory hyperpigmentation that the laser or radio frequency can help heal faster.

However many of our patients have budget restrictions so we have to formulate a plan with that in mind as well.

If this is the issue we most frequently start with radio frequency microneedling as it tends to give the most benefit with the minimal risk

With regards to your question on subcision it also Depends on what type is going to be used - there are many ways to do it!!

We have recently posted an educational video on the different types of subcision on our Instagram. You can check it out at your own leisure

Good luck and happy to help