ReviewClinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology2023
Subcision for Atrophic Acne Scarring: A Comprehensive Review of Surgical Instruments and Combinatorial Treatments.
Review in Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 15 papers.
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15 citing papers in PubMed.
- Synergistic Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Stromal Vascular Fraction in Atrophic Acne Scar Management: A Mechanistic and Clinical Pilot RCT.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2026Trial
- Evaluation and comparison of the efficacy and safety of the combination of topical phenytoin and microneedling with microneedling alone in the treatment of atrophic acne scars: A controlled blinded randomized clinical trial.Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) · 2024Trial
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- Gas subcision with PDLLA (Juvelook): Evaluating a hybrid mechanical-biologic approach for atrophic acne scars.JPRAS open · 2026Article
- Treatment outcomes using subcision combined with platelet-rich plasma for atrophic acne scars: a study in Vietnamese patients.Skin health and disease · 2026Article
- A Combined Injectable and Fractional 1470 nm Laser Approach for the Management of Facial Atrophic Acne Scars: Prospective Ultrasound-Based Evaluation.Biomedicines · 2026Article
- Advancements in Acne Scar Treatment: Exploring Novel Therapies.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Review
- Recommendations to Improve Outcomes in Acne and Acne Sequelae: A Focus on Trifarotene and Other Retinoids.Dermatology and therapy · 2025Article
- The Impact of Psychological Stress on Wound Healing: Implications for Neocollagenesis and Scar Treatment Efficacy.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2025Review
- Complications of Subcision for Acne Scarring: Experience From Clinical Practice and Review of the Literature.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Review
- Chemical peeling in combination with microneedling versus chemical peeling or microneedling monotherapy in the treatment of acne scars: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Postepy dermatologii i alergologii · 2025Review
- Korean Medicine Subcision Therapies in Scar Treatment: A Retrospective, Multicenter Study at Network Clinics.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2024Article
- Fractional carbon dioxide laser combined with subcision for the treatment of three subtypes of atrophic acne scars: a retrospective analysis.Lasers in medical science · 2023Article
- Integration of Single-Cell Transcriptomics Data Reveal Differences in Cell Composition and Communication in Acne.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2023Article
- Beyond the Surface: A Deeper Look at the Psychosocial Impacts of Acne Scarring.Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2023Review
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Abstract
Subcutaneous incisionless surgery, also known as subcision, is a minimally invasive procedure that is commonly indicated for the treatment of atrophic acne scars. In recent years, many new techniques have been developed to maximize results from this procedure. This review article aims to identify an updated list of instruments and combinatorial treatments available for atrophic acne scar patients undergoing subcision. We constructed a comprehensive PubMed search term and performed triple-blinded screening on all resulting studies for mentions of subcision as indicated by acne scarring. Our results show that there are four main categories of subcision tools that are commonly employed to treat atrophic acne scars: needles, cannulas, wires, and blunt-blade instruments. Usage of these devices varies by scar depth, personal preference, and combinatorial treatment options. Overall, subcision is a particularly effective treatment for atrophic acne scars, and there is vast potential for further innovation with this technique.
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