Ellacor Scarring Lawsuits

Investigating Claims Involving Permanent Scarring & Disfigurement

Ellacor is a micro-coring / “microneedling” aesthetic device marketed as a minimally invasive option for facial rejuvenation and skin tightening. But some patients report a very different outcome: permanent facial scarring, grid-like marks, texture changes, and disfigurement.

Kershaw Talley Barlow is currently investigating potential claims nationwide involving the Ellacor System with Micro-Coring® technology, including allegations that patients were not adequately warned about the risk of permanent scarring and that the device was promoted as safe and low risk despite serious adverse outcomes. Publicly available adverse event reports to the FDA include scarring and “grid marks,” as well as reports of impaired healing and infection following treatment. 

If you suffered scarring or other serious complications after an Ellacor procedure, we can review your situation at no cost. Call (916) 520-6639 or contact us online for a free, confidential consultation. We’re reviewing cases nationwide.

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Ellacor Claims: What Patients Report

Ellacor is a micro-coring aesthetic device used on the face, most commonly the mid-to-lower face, marketed as a minimally invasive option for skin tightening and wrinkle improvement. The manufacturer describes it as indicated for moderate to severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face for certain adult patients.

But some patients report outcomes that are not temporary or cosmetic in the usual sense, permanent facial scarring, grid-like marks, texture changes, uneven healing, and disfigurement. Every case is different, but the patterns we see in patient complaints often include:

• Permanent scarring / grid-like marks in a visible device pattern
• Skin texture irregularities and persistent “stamp” or “box” impressions
• Prolonged healing well beyond what was expected or represented
• Discoloration, thickened scars, or contour irregularities
• Infection or inflammatory complications requiring additional care

Publicly available FDA MAUDE reports include scarring and “grid marks,” as well as reports describing impaired healing and infection following treatment.

Ellacor FDA History and Reported Complications

Public FDA records for Ellacor include a Class II recall and adverse event reports describing complications reported after treatment.

• FDA Recall (Class II) – 2023: FDA recall records describe an issue involving irregular core patterns that could create overlap of cores at an 8% setting, with potential outcomes listed as prolonged healing, skin texture irregularities, and scarring.
• Indication / Intended Use Language: FDA recall listings also describe Ellacor as indicated for treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face in certain adult patients.
• FDA MAUDE Adverse Event Reports: The FDA’s MAUDE database includes publicly available reports involving Ellacor, including reports referencing complications such as scarring / “grid marks,” impaired healing, and infection following treatment.

These records do not determine fault or causation in an individual case. But they can be important when evaluating whether a manufacturer adequately addressed known risks through design, testing, training, instructions, and warnings.

Potential Legal Theories Under Investigation

Depending on the facts, Ellacor cases may involve allegations such as:

• Failure to Warn / Inadequate Risk Disclosure. Claims that patients were not properly warned of the risk of permanent scarring or disfigurement.
• Defective Design or Testing. Claims that the device design, settings, or performance created an unreasonable risk of facial injury or scarring, including irregular patterning concerns documented in FDA recall records. 
• Marketing Misrepresentations / Consumer Protection Claims. Claims that marketing overstated safety or minimized scarring risk, especially where patients allege “scarless” outcomes were promised but permanent scarring occurred. 
• Failure to Provide Adequate Training / Instructions. Claims that training, IFUs, or technique requirements were insufficient given the known risks and adverse outcomes.

The right legal approach depends on your medical records, consent paperwork, device settings used, and post-procedure course.

Do I Have a Case?

You may have a claim worth investigating if one or more of the following is true:

• You underwent an Ellacor procedure (especially on the face) and developed permanent scarring, grid marks, or visible patterning
• Your scarring caused disfigurement or required (or will require) scar revision procedures, lasers, fillers, or other corrective care
• You experienced prolonged healing, abnormal textural changes, or significant discoloration lasting well beyond normal recovery
• You believe the risks were downplayed or you were not adequately warned about permanent scarring
• You have documentation such as before/after photos, medical records, treatment dates, consent forms, or communications about expected outcomes

Even if you do not have every record, you can still request a review. The point of a consultation is to assess what happened, what documentation exists, and what can be obtained.

Potential Compensation in Ellacor Lawsuits

If a claim is viable, compensation may include:

• Costs of corrective treatment (dermatology/plastics, laser revision, scar therapies)
• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost income or out-of-pocket losses tied to corrective care and recovery
• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress, including embarrassment and loss of confidence associated with facial disfigurement

In many cases, the most significant losses relate to the cost and limits of corrective care for facial scarring.

How Kershaw Talley Barlow Can Help

Ellacor injury claims are evidence-driven. The outcome often turns on what was represented before the procedure, what settings and technique were used, what complications followed, and what documentation exists to prove permanent harm.

When you contact Kershaw Talley Barlow, our team can:

• Review your records and timeline (procedure notes, consent forms, post-treatment care, follow-ups)
• Identify the strongest legal theories based on the facts (warnings/marketing, design/testing, training/instructions, etc.)
• Work to preserve key evidence and documentation that may matter later (device details, provider records, photos, communications)
• Evaluate damages tied to permanent scarring and disfigurement, including corrective care and long-term impacts
• Handle the legal heavy lifting so you are not trying to negotiate with corporate defendants or insurers on your own

Call For a FREE Consultation: (916) 520-6639

If you suffered permanent scarring, grid marks, or disfigurement after an Ellacor procedure, our award-winning team at Kershaw Talley Barlow wants to help. 

Call (916) 520-6639 or contact us online to request a FREE, confidential consultation.