Microneedling
Microneedling- Can hundreds of tiny needle pricks make your skin look better? Yes! Microneedling can offer benefits if you are looking to treat damage from sun exposure, tighten wrinkles and make acne or other scars less visible.
It is a type of collagen induction therapy that uses very fine needles to create tiny holes in the top layer of the skin. An application of a topical serum may be added to the procedure to create a more beneficial stimulation of collagen growth. This “controlled injury” of a small fraction of the skin promotes collagen production in all of the skin, even the areas adjacent to the needle marks. This helps fill in and smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. In addition to treating wrinkled and sun-damaged skin, microneedling can improve scars from acne and other abnormalities. It is used most on the face but can also be used on stretch marks on the abdomen and thighs.
A topical numbing agent helps control the “pokey” sensation you might feel during the procedure. But some patients may experience minor pain afterward and the skin may remain red for a few days. Infection. Though the needle holes are tiny, they are open wounds and can become irritated or infected. You’ll need to keep the skin clean and avoid irritating lotions, swimming pools, gyms, and other possible exposure to infection.
Some light or dark discoloration may occur, especially on darker skin. But it’s usually temporary. More attention is now being paid to what you apply to the skin after the procedure. Microneedling disrupts the skin barrier function, allowing both helpful and potential harmful molecules beneath the surface. Using an antioxidant containing topical can augment results after microneedling, but it’s also important to avoid harsh topicals and environments that are dirty or polluted.
While the treatment is often beneficial, more expensive laser resurfacing will produce better results. However, microneedling is a more affordable alternative with less down time than fractional laser treatments.
Fractional laser treatments use thermal energy to produce the tiny skin damage that stimulates collagen production. The laser treatments improve fine lines, skin texture and color and may also remove a layer of dead skin to expose fresher, healthier-looking skin.
An excellent sunscreen is necessary with any type of invasive skin treatment. And you should allow healing time before any upcoming events or important appointments.
The first step to learn how collagen induction therapy with microneedling or laser can help you get radiant skin is to call our office to speak with our experienced staff. Call 920-888-2828 to book your appointment or contact us for a skin care consultation.
A newer form of microneedling is also available that adds radio frequency energy to the needles. The energy creates heat that enhances the collagen contraction and micro wounding to help
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