Subcision, also called as subcutaneous incisionless surgery, a term coined by Orentreich and Orentreich in 1995[1] to describe the minor surgical procedure for treating depressed scars and wrinkles using a tri-beveled hypodermic needle inserted through a puncture in the skin surface (hence, “incisionless” surgery), and ...

How does Subcision treatment work?

Subcision works by using a small needle to stimulate the growth of collagen within the scar tissue, which helps reinvigorate cellular turnover. The needle is also used to break up the scar tissue that tethers the skin, thus relieving depression and allowing the scar to fade away.

How long does Subcision take to heal?

How Long Does Subcision Take to Heal? On average, the subcision acne scar release treatment takes about 10 days to recover from. During this time, patients may experience redness or changes in pigmentation. These effects can be concealed with makeup, and will fade away by the end of the recovery period.