Subcision for
Acne Scars

Cosmetic Services

Subcutaneous incision, also known as Subcision, is used to break up the fibrous bands that cause depressed rolling acne scars in the skin.

How is Subcision done?

Subcision is performed under local anesthesia by inserting a small needle under the skin so that it is parallel to the skin surface. Staying in the plane between the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue, the needle is gently advanced and retracted in a piston-like motion cutting the tethering bands. This will free up the depressed scars.

What can I expect from Subcutaneous incision?

This procedure causes bruising which fades after about 1 week. As the treated areas heal, new collagen is laid down in the scars and this will plump them up.

Depressed acne scars can be extra troubling, as unlike mere discoloration, they cannot be concealed.

Specialist Skin Clinic provides treatments which can even out the skin’s surface. Call +65 6734 1411 to enquire today.

What are the risks of Subcision?

The risks of subcision include bleeding and the formation of subcutaneous nodules which is not common. Bleeding can be controlled with proper use of anaesthetics and bandaging, and the subcutaneous nodules can be treated with injection of corticosteroids into the nodule.

How long does a Subcision treatment take?

On average it takes about 20-40 minutes to treat any given area.

This treatment is often combined with laser resurfacing by the MiXto SX Fractional CO2 Laser.

Our Dermatologists

Our team of dermatologists with a combined experience of more than 60 years provides a complete range of professional dermatological services to manage all varieties of skin problems affecting the skin, hair and nails and also sexually transmitted infections. They are equally adept at performing skin surgery and laser procedures.

Dr Cheong Wai Kwong

MBBS (Singapore), MRCP (UK), FRCP (Edinburgh), Dip. Ven (London), FAMS (Dermatology)

Dr Phay Ken-Lin

MBBS (Singapore), M Med (Singapore) Dip. Derm (London), FAMS (Dermatology)

Dr Neoh Ching Yin

MBBS (Singapore), MRCP (UK), M Med (Internal Medicine), FAMS (Dermatology)