Punch Excision Treatment in Seoul, Korea

Punch excision is a minor surgical procedure used to treat individual deep acne scars that are unlikely to respond well to laser resurfacing or collagen-stimulating treatments alone. Rather than resurfacing the scar, punch excision physically removes the scar and closes the area to allow it to heal with a smoother appearance.

At Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin, every patient undergoes a comprehensive acne scar assessment before treatment. Our medical team carefully evaluates your scar type, depth, skin quality, and treatment goals to determine whether punch excision is an appropriate option.

The goal is to improve deep acne scars that cannot be adequately corrected through non-surgical procedures alone.

What Is Punch Excision?

Punch excision is a precise surgical technique in which a small circular surgical instrument, called a punch, is used to remove an individual acne scar. The surrounding skin is then carefully closed with fine sutures or allowed to heal according to the scar location and size.

Punch excision may help improve:

• Deep ice pick scars
• Narrow boxcar scars
• Selected atrophic acne scars
• Deep isolated acne scars
• Long-standing acne scars

Because each scar is treated individually, the procedure is highly customized.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Punch excision may be suitable for patients with:

• Deep ice pick scars
• Narrow boxcar scars
• Individual severe acne scars
• Scars resistant to laser treatment
• Long-standing depressed scars

Patients with widespread rolling scars generally benefit more from subcision or collagen-stimulating treatments.

A consultation helps determine whether punch excision is the best treatment for your scar pattern.

Personalized Punch Excision Treatment at Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin

Every treatment plan is customized according to:

• Scar type
• Scar depth
• Scar size
• Skin type
• Previous scar treatments
• Healing characteristics
• Recovery preferences
• Overall skin condition

Treatment may include:

• Punch excision
• TCA CROSS
• Subcision
• Fractional laser resurfacing
• RF microneedling
• Potenza
• Secret RF
• Microneedling
• Skin boosters
• Combination therapy

Many patients achieve the best results through a personalized combination approach.

How Punch Excision Improves Deep Acne Scars

Some deep scars cannot be lifted by collagen stimulation alone because the scar tissue extends too deeply into the skin.

Punch excision works by:

• Removing the scar completely
• Closing the skin with precise wound approximation
• Allowing new healing to occur
• Creating a smaller, less noticeable scar
• Preparing the skin for future resurfacing treatments if needed

Healing continues over several months as the scar matures.

Why Combination Therapy Is Often Recommended

Punch excision treats selected deep scars but does not address every acne scar on the face.

Depending on your skin condition, your treatment plan may include:

• TCA CROSS
• Subcision
• Fractional laser resurfacing
• RF microneedling
• Potenza
• Secret RF
• Microneedling
• Skin boosters
• Medical-grade skincare

Combination therapy allows multiple scar types to be treated during different stages of the treatment plan.

What to Expect During Treatment

Punch excision is performed under local anesthesia.

During treatment:

• The treatment area is cleansed.
• Local anesthetic is administered.
• Individual scars are carefully removed using a punch instrument.
• The wound is closed with fine sutures when appropriate.
• Aftercare instructions are provided.

The procedure is typically completed during an outpatient visit.

Recovery After Punch Excision

Recovery is generally straightforward.

Patients may experience:

• Mild swelling
• Temporary redness
• Small surgical wounds
• Mild tenderness
• Temporary scabbing

If sutures are used, they are removed during a follow-up visit according to the treatment plan.

Patients should carefully follow wound care instructions to support optimal healing.

Is Punch Excision Painful?

Local anesthesia is used before treatment to maximize comfort.

Patients may experience:

• Mild pressure
• Temporary soreness
• Mild tenderness
• Temporary swelling

Most discomfort is manageable and improves during the healing process.

How Many Punch Excision Treatments Are Needed?

The number of treatments depends on:

• Number of deep scars
• Scar location
• Healing response
• Overall scar pattern
• Combination treatments performed

Many patients undergo punch excision for selected scars while treating remaining scars with laser resurfacing, subcision, or RF microneedling.

Punch Excision for International Patients

International patients visiting Seoul can receive personalized consultations and treatment plans based on the duration of their stay.

Treatment may include:

• Punch excision
• TCA CROSS
• Subcision
• Fractional laser resurfacing
• RF microneedling
• Skin boosters
• Medical skincare
• Long-term home-care recommendations

Treatment schedules are customized to fit travel plans while allowing appropriate healing and follow-up.

Why Choose Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin?

Patients choose Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin for punch excision because of its personalized approach to treating complex acne scars.

Potential benefits include:

• Individual acne scar assessment
• Customized treatment plans
• Advanced acne scar procedures
• Combination therapy for multiple scar types
• Medical skincare support
• Collagen-stimulating treatments
• International patient services
• Convenient access from Myeongdong and Jongno

Clinic Location

Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin

Address:
B1 to 5th Floor, Pagoda Tower
93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu
Seoul, Korea

The clinic is conveniently located in central Seoul with easy access from Myeongdong, Jongno, and the Cheonggyecheon area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is punch excision?

Punch excision is a minor surgical acne scar procedure that removes individual deep scars using a small circular surgical instrument. The skin is then carefully closed to promote smoother healing.

Which acne scars respond best to punch excision?

Punch excision is most effective for deep ice pick scars, narrow boxcar scars, and isolated severe acne scars that are unlikely to improve sufficiently with laser resurfacing or collagen-stimulating treatments alone.

Can punch excision completely remove acne scars?

Punch excision removes the original scar, but healing creates a new, much smaller surgical scar. The goal is to create a less noticeable scar that may be further improved with additional treatments if needed.

How many punch excision procedures will I need?

The number of procedures depends on the number of suitable scars. Many patients undergo punch excision for selected deep scars while treating remaining scars with combination therapy.

Can punch excision be combined with other acne scar treatments?

Yes. Punch excision is commonly combined with TCA CROSS, subcision, fractional laser resurfacing, RF microneedling, Potenza, Secret RF, skin boosters, and medical skincare for comprehensive scar improvement.

Is there downtime after punch excision?

Temporary swelling, redness, small wounds, and mild tenderness are common. If sutures are placed, a follow-up visit is typically required for removal.

Can international visitors receive punch excision treatment?

Yes. International patients can receive personalized consultations and customized treatment plans based on their travel schedule and expected recovery period.

Where is Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin located?

Myeongdong Obliv Seoul Origin is located from B1 to the 5th Floor of Pagoda Tower, 93 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Korea.