Acne & Acne Scars · Scar Release
Subcision for Rolling Acne Scars in Johor Bahru
Release tethered scars so your skin can sit flatter, smoother, and closer to its natural structure - plump skin begins today!
From pulled down to lifted.
Imagine skin that finally sits even — no longer tethered to old damage beneath the surface. Subcision frees the structure so your face can look the way it's supposed to, and confidence returns from the inside out.
- Scars release and skin lifts back to where it belongs
- Creates the foundation for deeper renewal
- Often the turning point in a scar journey
- Performed gently under local anaesthetic in-clinic
— How subcision works
A simple way to picture the mechanism
Subcision is hard to picture without a diagram. Here is a simplified view of what happens beneath the skin during and after the procedure.
- Stage 01
Tethered scar
Fibrous bands pull the skin surface downward, forming a depression.
- Stage 02
Subcision release
The doctor releases selected bands beneath the scar with a fine needle or cannula.
- Stage 03
Remodelling support
The area can gradually lift and remodel with healing or combination treatments.
This is a simplified illustration. Your doctor will examine your scar pattern under angled light and explain exactly which areas need release in your case.
— How it works
The treatment process
Scar mapping
Your doctor identifies tethered areas and plans entry points for safe release.
Band release
A fine needle or cannula is used to separate fibrous tissue beneath the scar.
Healing & combination
As tissue heals, the skin may lift slightly. Further sessions or adjunct treatments may be recommended.
— Recovery
What to expect after Subcision
Recovery varies by individual, treatment intensity, and aftercare adherence. This is a general guide — your doctor will provide specific instructions.
Day 1–3
Swelling, tenderness, and bruising are common at treated sites.
Week 1
Bruising gradually reduces. Avoid strenuous activity as directed by your doctor.
Week 2–4
Skin settles. The lifted area begins to integrate. Follow-up may be scheduled.
Month 1–3+
Collagen support improves scar texture over time. Further sessions or adjunct treatments may be planned.
Your doctor will provide a tailored aftercare guide. If you have questions about downtime or planning around an event, ask during your consultation.
— Why DrPlus
Clinical care, quietly delivered
Every plan is overseen by a qualified physician — not a sales consultant.
Treatment plans are tailored to your skin condition, goals, tone, downtime, and suitability.
Protocols are selected for clinical relevance, not trend-driven marketing.
A calm, private clinic designed for unhurried consultation and discreet care.
— Your treating doctor
A personalised plan starts with proper skin assessment
Dr Kenneth Lee
Aesthetic Physician
DrPlus Aesthetics Clinic
Dr Kenneth Lee completed his medical degree at Cardiff University, UK, under a Public Service Department scholarship, and trained across London hospitals in general medicine, surgery, paediatrics, and emergency medicine before returning to Asia to specialise in aesthetic and regenerative medicine.
He holds LCP certification for Aesthetic Practices in Malaysia and continues to train with the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group in Singapore and the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. His focused interest in collagen science and skin regeneration led Channel NewsAsia to feature him as “The Collagen Doc®”.
When you consult at DrPlus, that background is what guides your assessment — not a treatment menu.
Dr Kenneth Lee · Qualifications
- MBBCh· Cardiff University · UK
- GDipFP Dermatology· NUS · Singapore
- Aesthetic Medicine· AAAM · USA
- LCP Certified· Malaysia
12+
Years Experience
8k+
Treatments
Recognised across aesthetics and wellness care
DrPlus and Dr Kenneth Lee have received regional and international recognition across aesthetic medicine, collagen treatment, and clinic partnership categories.
Aesthetician of the Year
Health & Wellness Awards, 2025
Skinvive Early User Award
Juvéderm / Allergan Aesthetics
Collagen Treatment of the Year
Asia-Pacific
Restylane Bronze Award
Galderma, 2025
— FAQ
Subcision FAQ
Subcision addresses tethering beneath the skin. Laser and microneedling primarily target surface texture and collagen. They are often combined for different scar mechanisms.
Some patients need one session; others benefit from repeat treatments spaced weeks apart. Your doctor will advise based on scar depth and response.
Bruising and swelling are common but usually resolve within one to two weeks. Social downtime varies by individual.
Rolling scars that appear deeper under angled or raking light, and scars that seem to be pulled inward, are common indicators. Your doctor will assess tethering at consultation and advise whether subcision is appropriate for your case.
Subcision is primarily for rolling and tethered scars caused by fibrous bands beneath the skin. Ice pick scars have a different structure and usually require other approaches such as punch excision or TCA cross. Your doctor will assess your specific scar types.
Yes. Subcision is a mechanical procedure rather than an energy-based treatment, so pigmentation risk is generally lower than with laser. Your doctor will assess suitability and advise on bruising and healing.
Subcision can significantly improve depressed rolling scars, but complete removal is not always achievable. Depth, chronicity, and skin healing all affect the outcome. Your doctor will give an honest assessment.
Subcision is most often used as the structural release step before or alongside RF microneedling, CO₂ laser, or chemical peels in a staged acne scar plan.
— Related treatments
Other treatments sometimes used alongside Subcision
CO₂ Laser
After scar release, CO₂ laser may help refine surface texture.
Learn about CO₂ LaserRF Microneedling
RF microneedling may support collagen remodelling after structural release.
Learn about RF MicroneedlingChemical Peel
Chemical peels may help if pigmentation or acne marks are also present.
Learn about Chemical PeelThe quiet trust of those we care for.
The most considered medical experience I have had. Results that feel like myself, only quieter.
Dr Kenneth's restraint is rare. I trust him completely with the long-term care of my skin.
Everything about the clinic — the light, the silence, the precision — feels deliberate.
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