What kind of extraction management is performed at Kkeuthan Clinic?

Kkeuthan Clinic understands extraction procedures as more than just a simple skincare step,

but rather a systematic treatment process through a medical approach.

We also pay attention to managing waiting times to ensure sufficient softening time before the procedure.

It is important to apply delicate needling based on an understanding of the extraction principle.

Each process is customized, such as selecting appropriate tools for pressure intensity, considering the patient's skin condition and characteristics of specific areas.

During the extraction process, we focus on reducing the possibility of acne recurrence by removing not only sebum but also inflammatory substances within the comedone. Furthermore, we aim to minimize skin damage by avoiding unnecessary irritation and performing precise procedures only on the necessary areas.

Kkeuthan Clinic's treatment team strives to consistently maintain and develop their skill level through continuous education and in-house seminars on extraction techniques.

Beyond simple extractions, we aim to establish a management system that considers fundamental treatment effects and the prevention of acne recurrence.

Why Professional Extraction Management at a Medical Institution is Necessary

Acne problems are not adequately resolved by simply physically removing the lesions.

When sebum produced by the sebaceous glands cannot exit the pores and solidifies, a comedone forms. A closed comedone within a pore becomes a whitehead, while an open comedone exposed to air turns black, becoming a blackhead. These comedones become an environment for acne bacteria to multiply, and an increase in bacteria can trigger an inflammatory response, leading to inflammatory acne. Therefore, it is important to properly remove comedones before inflammation occurs.

Ultimately, the core of an acne lesion is the comedone, a hardened lump of sebum.

If this comedone is not properly removed, bacteria can continue to multiply, leading to acne recurrence.

Extraction is one of the important treatment methods for removing these comedones.

If extraction is attempted using incorrect methods, it can instead cause excessive irritation and damage to the skin.

For these reasons, visiting a medical institution for professional and accurate extraction management is recommended.

Acne Types for which Extraction Procedures are Recommended

• Blackheads and whiteheads that are visible or palpable
• Lesions with significant sebum accumulation, on the verge of developing into inflammation
• Pustular acne with pus already formed
• Cases where inflammation has subsided, but hard comedones remain internally
• However, not all acne lesions are candidates for extraction. Acne accompanied by heat or pain may still have active inflammation, and forced extraction at this stage could worsen the inflammation. In such cases, it is helpful to first undergo calming treatment, such as anti-inflammatory acupuncture.

Reasons Why Professional Medical Institution Extraction is Recommended Over Self-Extraction

Extraction is considered a precise dermatological procedure beyond simple sebum removal. For several reasons, it is important to receive it from a professional at a medical institution.

1. Precise needling is essential.

Before extraction, a process of creating a small passage in the skin using a needle is always necessary.

This involves inserting the needle against the direction of hair growth to secure the follicular opening and facilitate smooth sebum discharge.

This process helps reduce the possibility of skin damage, contributes to faster recovery, and ensures effective extraction by reaching the root of the comedone.

2. Customized tool selection based on skin condition is necessary.

For shallow or sensitive skin, extraction using cotton swabs is applied,

while for deep and firm lesions, a comedone extractor (metal extractor) is used.

It is crucial for a professional to carefully select tools, comprehensively considering the patient's skin thickness, lesion depth, and required pressure.

At Kkeuthan Clinic, we flexibly apply tools based on these complex factors and perform customized extraction management that minimizes tissue damage.

3. Complete removal of the comedone is important.

If only the pus is removed and the sebum plug of the comedone remains, the likelihood of recurrence may increase.

Therefore, completely removing even solidified sebum helps prevent acne recurrence.

Medical institutions incorporate a softening process using sebum softeners to gently open pores and remove comedones without unnecessary irritation. This can also help prevent pore enlargement.

At the clinic, sebum softeners are used to gently open pores and remove contents without irritation.

4. Accurate treatment direction and technique

Attempting extraction at an incorrect angle can cause significant damage to the skin.

Considering the anatomical structure of hair follicles, the direction of needling is carefully adjusted.

5. Customized Treatment for Each Skin Area

Appropriate tools are applied differently for each area, such as using cotton swabs for the nose area and a comedone extractor for the chin or around the nose.

Using strong comedone extraction on areas where unnecessary pressure is applied can lead to bruising or unnecessary skin damage.

6. Management to Reduce the Risk of Infection and Scarring

Disposable cotton swabs are used, all metal instruments are high-temperature sterilized, and thorough disinfection processes before and after the procedure reduce the risk of infection.

Extraction Procedure Steps

• Thorough cleansing and disinfection
• Application of softening agent for skin and ensuring sufficient absorption time
• Precise needling according to follicle structure
• Selecting appropriate tools (e.g., cotton swab, comedone extractor) for each area and performing extraction

Medical Efficacy of Extraction: Academic Research Report

A 1964 JAMA study reported that regular extraction can significantly reduce the incidence of inflammatory acne.

A 2011 JCAD paper announced that comedone removal positively impacts psychological satisfaction and overall skin appearance improvement.

Thus, extraction is considered an important process in managing and preventing acne. However, it should not be performed excessively or improperly, and safety can only be ensured when carried out by experienced medical professionals.

A Message from Our Director

As I meet with many acne patients, I always remember one important point.

That extraction is not merely a cosmetic procedure, but a part of medical practice aimed at maintaining skin health.

I am well aware that acne can negatively impact not only the skin but also self-esteem. Therefore, even minor extraction procedures are prepared and carried out with utmost care.

We carefully assess each patient's skin condition and meticulously perform customized extractions, prioritizing safety.

This is precisely why our medical staff and estheticians conduct research late into the night, share techniques, and deeply address our patients' skin concerns.

Extraction is a medical procedure that goes beyond simply squeezing pimples. Therefore, systematic management at a specialized medical institution is recommended.

We Recommend This To

• Those who experience discomfort due to small bumps or whiteheads
• Those seeking fundamental improvement for recurrent acne
• Those new to acne management methods