Microdermabrasion or Subcision is a cosmetic procedure with is an incision-less procedure for treating scars. The procedure is performed with a special device that can reach beneath the scar and complete the subcision procedure.
Pathologically the depressed / pit scar exhibit 2 major issue – the formation of a fibrous band connecting the dermal layers with the subcutaneous layer, and healed area (scar) without the collagen. Subcision/microdermabrasion addresses these two issues by breaking the fibrous band and triggering the production of collagen in the depressed/pit scar resulting in a reduction in the scar depression/pit size making the skin surface uniform
Following are the benefits of subcision –
Healing takes around 8-10 days as the procedure happens in the deeper layers of the skin. The resolution process keeps happening even after 30 days and the improvement is reflected in form of enhanced skin texture and appearance.
The results of the subcision are visible in 8-10 weeks, the rejuvenation of the skin is reflected in the form of enhanced skin texture and uniformity
Depending upon the depth, severity, and degree of the scar, the doctor decides upon the number of sessions of subcision for getting the optimal results. Sometimes, subcision is combined with other cosmetic procedures for optimal results.
Other cosmetic procedures like chemical peeling, microneedling, laser treatment, Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) etc. are considered to complement the subcision for optimal results.
The following type of skin scars can be treated with subcision –
The side effects of subcision can be –
Post-subcision instructions include the application of the anti-infective, moisturizer, and sunscreen lotions by the doctor.