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What is Subcision?

What is Subcision? Subcision is a minor surgical procedure used for treating depressed skin scars like chicken pox & acne scars. It is also called subcutaneous incisional surgery. The goal is to create a less-noticeable scar. The remaining scar should fade with time.  Scar can be improved but cannot be cured. How does Subcision work? Subcision is […]

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What is Radiofrequency Microneedling?

What is Radiofrequency Microneedling? It is a procedure which involves penetration of non insulated tiny microneedles into the different layers of skin to deliver high radiofrequency energy into the targeted part of the skin. This results in improvement of production of elastin and collagen fibres within the skin, making skin firmer and healthier.   How […]

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What is Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)?

What is Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)? The human blood is made of 3 components namely RBC, WBC & Platelets. PRP is a concentrate of platelet-rich plasma protein obtained from whole blood by a process called centrifugation, thereby removing the red blood cells. It has a greater concentration of growth factors than the whole blood.   How does PRP work? Platelets contain granules which […]

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What is Fractional CO2 Laser?

1. What is Fractional CO2 Laser? Carbon Dioxide (C02) Fractional Laser is an advanced laser machine which removes layers of skin tissue in a fractionated method (columns of skin are removed, leaving the skin surrounding each column intact to aid in healing) to help reduce “age-spots” (also called sun freckles and lentigens), fine lines, wrinkles, […]

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What is Dermapen?

What is Dermapen? Dermapen is a medically developed skin needling device that uses multiple micro needles in an automated pen. It helps to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, pimple scar, traumatic scar, Stretch marks (thinning of the skin), uneven coloration, skin laxity, removing tan and improving skin texture.   How does DermaPen work? The device makes […]

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What is Chemical peel?

What is Chemical peel? It is a office procedure where a chemical agent is applied on the skin, leading to destruction of the epidermis & or dermis, thereby peeling the skin.  This leads to regeneration of the skin from the nearby upper & lower skin giving a smooth even skin. What are the agents used […]

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Acne treatment Subcision Fractional CO2 RF microneedling

Often Acne improve within several years without treatment. Acne disfigure the skin & upset the patients mentally. Untreated pimples can lead to scars & marks. To avoid Acne scars & marks, treating pimples early is important. No single treatment will give permanent cure. Treatment should be taken whenever Acne appear. Dermatologist can improve Acne scars, […]