What makes Ggeuthan Clinic's extraction management special?

At Ggeuthan Clinic, we approach skin extractions beyond simple management,

as a systematic procedure based on medical standards.

Before the procedure, we ensure sufficient waiting time to soften the skin,

and perform a delicate needling process, understanding the principles of extraction.

We carefully select tools appropriate for the characteristics and pressure intensity of each area, ensuring all steps are tailored to your individual skin condition.

During extraction, we focus on reducing the recurrence of acne by removing not only sebum but also inflammatory substances within the comedones. Our goal is to minimize the risk of skin damage by precisely treating the areas requiring extraction, rather than applying excessive force.

Ggeuthan Clinic's treatment team regularly participates in in-house seminars, receiving professional training on extraction techniques and continuously enhancing their expertise.

This system supports extraction management that goes beyond simple treatment, considering both acne treatment efficacy and prevention of recurrence.

Reasons why professional acne extraction management is necessary

Acne is not a skin problem that can be completely resolved by simply applying pressure and squeezing.

When sebum produced by the sebaceous glands cannot exit the pores and accumulates, it hardens to form comedones. Closed comedones are whiteheads, while open comedones oxidize and appear as blackheads. These comedones create an ideal environment for acne bacteria to multiply and can develop into inflammatory acne due to bacterial proliferation and leukocyte reactions. Therefore, it is crucial to remove comedones before inflammation occurs.

The fundamental cause of acne is hardened sebum, specifically comedones.

If these comedones remain, bacteria will continue to be present, increasing the likelihood of acne recurrence.

Properly removing comedones is one of the important steps in extraction treatment.

However, if extractions are performed incorrectly, it can cause significant irritation and damage to the skin.

For these reasons, it is advisable to seek professional help for extraction management.

What types of acne are suitable for extraction?

• Blackheads and whiteheads that are visible or palpable
• Lesions where a large amount of sebum has accumulated, just before progressing to inflammation
• Pustular acne where pus has already formed
• Cases where inflammatory reactions have subsided, but hard comedones remain
• Not all acne is suitable for extraction. If you experience heat or pain with your acne, inflammation may still be actively progressing. Attempting forceful extraction in such a state can worsen the inflammation, so it is advisable to soothe it first with anti-inflammatory injections (yeomjeungyakchim) or similar treatments.

Reasons to receive extractions at a medical institution, not at home

Acne extraction is a delicate skin procedure, not just simple sebum removal. Considering the following points, it is advisable to receive professional extraction management at a clinic.

1. Importance of the Needling Process

Before extraction, it is necessary to create an exit pathway using a needle.

It is necessary to carefully extract sebum along the follicular opening, in the opposite direction of hair growth.

This process can help reduce the possibility of skin damage, aid in recovery, and manage the root of the comedone.

2. Appropriate Tool Selection Based on Skin Condition

For shallow and sensitive skin lesions, extractions are performed using cotton swabs,

while for deep and stubborn lesions, a comedone extractor (metal extractor) is utilized.

The selection of tools requires the experienced judgment of a professional who comprehensively assesses skin thickness, lesion depth, and the necessary pressure.

At Ggeuthan Clinic, we perform procedures flexibly according to these various conditions, providing customized extraction management that minimizes tissue damage.

3. Importance of Complete Comedone Removal

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

Completely removing even solidified sebum can help reduce the recurrence of acne.

Softening Process to Reduce Pore Dilation

Medical institutions use sebum softeners to gently open pores, reducing skin irritation while removing sebum.

4. Precise Incision Direction and Procedure Technique

An incorrect angle during the procedure can lead to skin damage.

Our medical team carefully adjusts the direction of needling, considering the anatomical structure of the hair follicle.

5. Customized Treatment by Skin Area

Different skin areas require appropriate treatment methods, such as using cotton swabs for the nose area or considering a comedone extractor for the chin or around the nose.

Using strong tools on areas that do not require excessive pressure can cause bruising or skin damage.

6. Infection and Scar Prevention

To minimize the risk of infection, we use only single-use cotton swabs, sterilize metal instruments at high temperatures, and perform thorough disinfection before and after the procedure.

Extraction Procedure (Our Clinic's Standard)

• Thorough cleansing and disinfection are performed before the procedure.
• After applying a topical agent for skin softening, we wait until it is fully absorbed.
• Needling is performed delicately, tailored to the structure of the hair follicle.
• We carefully select and use customized tools appropriate for each area (e.g., cotton swabs, comedone extractors) for extraction.

Medical Impact of Extraction: Related Research Findings

According to a 1964 JAMA study, consistent extraction management was shown to significantly reduce the incidence of inflammatory acne.

A 2011 JCAD paper suggested that comedone extraction can have a positive impact not only on psychological satisfaction but also on improving skin appearance.

Extraction is an important part of acne prevention and management. However, attempting it improperly or excessively on your own can put a strain on your skin, so it is highly recommended to seek professional help for safe execution.

A Message from Our Head Director

Our medical team, while treating many acne patients daily, always keeps one important value in mind.

That extraction goes beyond simple skincare; it is an extension of medical practice that protects and promotes skin health.

Knowing that acne can affect a patient's self-confidence beyond just being a skin issue, we have prepared for every single extraction procedure with utmost care.

We pursue meticulous and safe extraction methods, customized to each patient's skin condition.

With this in mind, I conduct studies with our medical team until late hours, share treatment techniques, and collectively contemplate our patients' skin conditions.

Extraction goes beyond simply removing acne. It should be understood as a 'procedure' that requires professional assistance from a medical institution.

Recommended For

• Those concerned about small bumps or whiteheads
• Those seeking systematic management for recurring acne
• Those who are new to acne management