Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is an FDA-approved skin rejuvenation treatment that can correct a number of cosmetic concerns.
Today, our skincare experts at Galanis Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA are discussing everything you need to know about this treatment, including what it is, how it works, and who it is right for.
Microneedling is a safe, effective way to restore your skin health by kickstarting its natural healing process. Thanks to the FDA-approved dermal roller we use, dozens of microchannels are created in your epidermis and dermis.
This treatment works by penetrating the fibroblasts in your dermis dozens of times with tiny sterile needles. The microchannels created by the dermal rolling device are so small they are invisible to the naked eye, but your skin responds to them by increasing blood flow to the area and producing more collagen.
Your collagen session may only take between 25 and 30 minutes depending on the scope of your treatment. If you are treating a large area and your cosmetic concerns are severe, your session may take closer to an hour.
This is because the device needs to be passed over your skin more times the more extensive your skin damage is. During your initial consultation, we will assess the extent of your skin damage to advise you on how long your session should take. Also, you may benefit from microneedling with PRP.
The number of sessions you will need to achieve your ideal results depends on the cosmetic concerns you are trying to treat and their severity. If you are trying to unclog your pores and shrink enlarged pores, you will only need one quick treatment session.
On the other hand, if you have cosmetic concerns that are moderate in nature, you may need a few treatment sessions. Similarly, if you are trying to eliminate certain types of scars, like surgical scars or acne scars, you may need half of a dozen treatments.
The first stage of healing that occurs in response to this treatment starts during the therapy session itself. your epidermis or dermis is punctured dozens of times. This triggers a significant cytokine release by the platelets in the treatment area.
The proliferation stage is the second stage of healing and takes place immediately following your treatment. This stage can last anywhere from four to six weeks.
The third and final stage of the healing process is the remodeling stage. During this stage of healing, your skin has finished producing extra collagen and elastin in response to the creation of microchannels. At this point, you will notice that your skin is bright, tight, and smooth.
