How Subcision Helps Smooth and Lift Acne Scars
- Nov 17
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 18
If acne scars leave your skin looking uneven or feeling textured no matter how much you treat it, it’s often because the scars are tethered beneath the surface. When this happens, no cream or surface treatment can fully release them.
At The Acne Clinic in Katong, we offer Subcision, a minimally invasive procedure that helps lift depressed acne scars by freeing the fibrous bands that pull the skin down. This gentle approach encourages natural healing and collagen renewal, helping your skin look smoother and more even over time.
What Is Subcision?
Subcision is a minor dermatological procedure designed to treat rolling or tethered acne scars. Using a fine, sterile needle, your doctor carefully breaks the fibrous tissue beneath the scar that causes skin indentation.
Once released, the skin rises naturally, and your body begins producing new collagen to fill and smooth the area. Over time, this process helps improve both the appearance and texture of the skin without significant downtime.
Subcision is especially helpful for:
Rolling or depressed acne scars
Areas where scars feel “tethered” or uneven
Patients seeking improvement without aggressive resurfacing treatments
Why Choose Subcision for Acne Scars
Unlike topical treatments or peels that work on the skin’s surface, Subcision directly targets the root cause of certain acne scars, the fibrous bands below the skin.
At The Acne Clinic, our doctors perform Subcision with precision and care, ensuring comfort and effective results while protecting the integrity of your skin.
Subcision helps to:
Release tethered scars for smoother skin
Stimulate new collagen formation
Improve skin texture and evenness
Enhance the results of complementary scar treatments
Support long-term scar recovery and renewal
What to Expect at The Acne Clinic
Your Subcision journey begins with a detailed consultation. We assess your scar type, skin texture, and healing response before recommending the most suitable treatment plan.
During the procedure, a local anaesthetic is applied for comfort. A fine needle is then used to gently release the fibrous bands beneath each scar. Mild bruising or swelling may appear for a few days but typically subsides quickly.
For optimal results, Subcision is often combined with:
Fractional Laser
for resurfacing and texture refinement
TCA CROSS
for ice pick scars
Rejuran or Skin Boosters
for enhance collagen production
Rediscover Confidence in Your Skin
If uneven skin texture or deep acne scars have affected how you feel about your skin, Subcision offers a medically guided solution to help restore smoothness and confidence.
At The Acne Clinic in Katong, we combine expertise with empathy, ensuring every treatment supports your skin’s long-term health and healing journey.
Book a consultation today to learn how Subcision can help lift and smooth acne scars for a more even, radiant complexion.
