Why Many Acne Scarring Treatments Fall Short
Important Note: Many individuals feel frustrated with acne scarring treatments because they’ve only experienced surface-level solutions. It’s like trying to smooth out knotted hair by applying products to the surface without addressing the tangles underneath. Subcision is a game-changer because it targets the root of the problem – those fibrous ‘knots’ beneath the skin.
Unfortunately, not many clinics offer subcision due to the specialized skills required. At Harmony Medical, we’re proud to provide this advanced treatment, giving hope to those who thought their acne scars were untreatable. By offering subcision, we’re able to help patients who have been disappointed by less effective treatments in the past.
Understanding Acne Scarring
Before delving into the transformative world of subcision, it’s essential to recognize the various types of acne scarring that plague countless individuals. Acne scars are typically classified into a few main categories:
- Atrophic Scars: Often referred to as “depressed” scars, these are the result of tissue loss. They’re the dents or depressions left behind after a breakout.
- Boxcar Scars: These are broad depressions with sharply defined edges.
- Rolling Scars: Caused by damage under the skin, these scars give the skin a rolling and uneven appearance.
- Ice Pick Scars: These are small, narrow, and deep holes in the skin’s surface, reminiscent of the mark left behind by a pin or needle.
Understanding Subcision: Untangling Acne Scars
The Knotted Hair Analogy
Imagine your skin is like a beautiful, smooth rug. Acne scars are like knots in this rug, creating uneven areas and depressions. These ‘knots’ are formed by fibrous bands beneath the skin’s surface, similar to tangled strands of hair.
The Problem: Knotted Strands
- Acne Scars: Like knots in a rug, these scars create visible depressions.
- Fibrous Bands: Act like tangled hair strands, pulling the skin surface inward.
- Result: An uneven skin texture that’s difficult to smooth out with surface treatments alone.
Subcision: The Detangling Solution
Subcision is like using a special comb to gently untangle these knots from underneath, without damaging the rug’s surface.
The Process: Gentle Detangling
- Preparation: We clean the area, like preparing to detangle a section of hair.
- Targeted Approach: A fine cannula (our ‘special comb’) is inserted beneath the skin.
- Releasing the Knots: The cannula carefully breaks the fibrous bands (untangles the knots) that pull the scar downward.
- Creating Space: This process creates a small space under the scar, allowing it to float up, much like loosened hair strands.
The Benefits: Smoother, Freer Skin
- Immediate Lift: Like freshly detangled hair, the skin often shows immediate improvement.
- Long-term Smoothing: The body naturally fills the created space, similar to how detangled hair settles into a smoother pattern.
- Collagen Boost: The process stimulates collagen production, like encouraging healthy hair growth after detangling.
The Harmony Medical Touch
At Harmony Medical, we’re expert ‘hair detanglers’ for your skin:
- Gentle Technique: We use advanced methods to minimise discomfort, like using a detangling spray to ease the process.
- Customised Approach: Just as different hair types need different detangling methods, we tailor our subcision technique to your unique skin and scar type.
- Comprehensive Care: We often combine subcision with other treatments, like applying a nourishing hair mask after detangling for best results.
What to Expect
- The Procedure: Quick and minimally invasive, like a brief detangling session.
- Recovery: Some temporary swelling or bruising may occur, similar to how hair might be a bit frizzy right after detangling.
- Results: Like well-maintained, detangled hair, your skin will appear smoother and more even over time.
At Harmony Medical, we’re committed to helping you achieve smoother, ‘tangle-free’ skin. Our subcision treatment offers a powerful solution to ‘unknot’ those stubborn acne scars, revealing the beautiful, even skin texture beneath.