Comparative evaluation of the effectiveness of dermabrasion and micro-needling therapy in the management of facial scars—a clinical study
- 12.11.2025
- COMPARATIVE STUDY
- Verfasst von
- Noble Parappattu Thomas
- Shubha Lakshmi
- K. S. N. Shiva Bharani
- M. Anuradha
- Apoorva Gopal Mulgund
- Mohd Mahboob Pasha
- H. N. Madhumitha
- Erschienen in
- Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
Abstract
Aim and objectives
To compare the effectiveness of microneedling and dermabrasion in managing facial scars.
Materials and methods
Twenty patients with facial scars (rolling, boxcar, hypertrophic, and ice pick types) were randomized into two groups. Group A underwent microneedling using a 1.5 mm derma roller, while Group B received motorized dermabrasion with a diamond fraise. Scar severity was assessed using the Stony Brook Scar Evaluation Scale (SBSES), Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS), and Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI).
Results
Both treatments showed significant scar improvement. In Group A, 73% of patients demonstrated marked reduction, with SBSES scores improving from 4.40 ± 0.52 to 0.50 ± 0.53 at 6 months. Group B showed improvement in 53% of patients, with scores reducing to 0.90 ± 0.99. DLQI scores improved significantly in both groups. Dermabrasion required fewer sessions (1.20 ± 0.42 vs. 3.20 ± 0.63) but caused more erythema. Microneedling had fewer side effects, mainly transient pigmentation.
Conclusion
Both modalities were effective in scar reduction, with dermabrasion offering quicker results. Microneedling was better tolerated. Combining these treatments with adjuncts like platelet-rich plasma or subcision may enhance outcomes. Future studies should explore multimodal protocols to improve efficacy and minimize downtime.
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- Titel
- Comparative evaluation of the effectiveness of dermabrasion and micro-needling therapy in the management of facial scars—a clinical study
- Verfasst von
-
Noble Parappattu Thomas
Shubha Lakshmi
K. S. N. Shiva Bharani
M. Anuradha
Apoorva Gopal Mulgund
Mohd Mahboob Pasha
H. N. Madhumitha
- Publikationsdatum
- 12.11.2025
- Verlag
- Springer India
- Erschienen in
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Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
Print ISSN: 0972-8279
Elektronische ISSN: 0974-942X - DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-025-02783-y
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