Subcision for Acne Scars – Break the Tether, Rebuild Your Skin
Deep acne scars don’t just sit on the surface — they’re often anchored beneath the skin by fibrous bands that pull down tissue and create rolling or boxcar scars. At El Centro Dermatology, we use a precise technique called subcision to release those bands and trigger natural healing. For enhanced results, we may also inject PRF gel filler into the subcised area to stimulate collagen and reduce downtime.
What Is Subcision?
Subcision is a minor, in-office surgical procedure that treats indented acne scars by physically releasing the fibrotic tethers under the skin.
Here’s how it works:
What Types of Scars Does It Treat?Subcision is especially effective for:
Benefits of combining PRF with subcision:
What to Expect:
Why Choose El Centro DermatologyDr. Diana Dang offers advanced acne scar revision techniques combining medical precision with cosmetic artistry. We use cutting-edge tools, numbing, and regenerative treatments like PRF to improve results safely and naturally.
Erase the Scars — Rebuild Confidence
If you’ve struggled with deep acne scars and want a solution that works from the inside out, call El Centro Dermatology at (760) 337-8500 or Book Your Consultation Online today.
Deep acne scars don’t just sit on the surface — they’re often anchored beneath the skin by fibrous bands that pull down tissue and create rolling or boxcar scars. At El Centro Dermatology, we use a precise technique called subcision to release those bands and trigger natural healing. For enhanced results, we may also inject PRF gel filler into the subcised area to stimulate collagen and reduce downtime.
What Is Subcision?
Subcision is a minor, in-office surgical procedure that treats indented acne scars by physically releasing the fibrotic tethers under the skin.
Here’s how it works:
- A small needle or blunt cannula is inserted beneath the scar
- The provider moves the instrument back and forth to cut the tethering fibers
- This releases the depression and allows the skin to lift
- The wound healing response triggers new collagen formation, improving texture over time
What Types of Scars Does It Treat?Subcision is especially effective for:
- Rolling scars
- Boxcar scars
- Depressed or tethered scars
- It is not typically used for icepick or pigmented scars.
Benefits of combining PRF with subcision:
- Fills volume loss in depressed areas
- Stimulates collagen production from your own platelets
- Improves skin texture and firmness over time
- 100% natural, made from your own blood
- ✅ No chemicals
- ✅ Biocompatible and safe
- ✅ Slow release of healing growth factors
What to Expect:
- Procedure Time: 30–60 minutes
- Discomfort: Mild to moderate; numbing is used
- Downtime: Mild swelling or bruising for 2–5 days
- Results: Progressive improvement over 1–3 months as collagen builds
- Repeat Treatments: Some patients benefit from 2–3 subcision sessions spaced 6–8 weeks apart
Why Choose El Centro DermatologyDr. Diana Dang offers advanced acne scar revision techniques combining medical precision with cosmetic artistry. We use cutting-edge tools, numbing, and regenerative treatments like PRF to improve results safely and naturally.
Erase the Scars — Rebuild Confidence
If you’ve struggled with deep acne scars and want a solution that works from the inside out, call El Centro Dermatology at (760) 337-8500 or Book Your Consultation Online today.