Microneedling uses a tool with small needles on the end that is rolled gently against the skin to puncture and create micro-injuries that “disrupt” the cells and produce collagen. Some also refer to this as collagen induction therapy. New skin grows as the skin heals, leaving the top layer feeling and looking smoother, brighter, and rejuvenated. While this procedure is usually performed by itself, combining this advanced technique with radiofrequency microneedling technology has allowed us to optimize the results for our patients.

The method is quite straightforward. The handheld device, which emits radiofrequency heat, works by delivering short pulses of RF energy through an array of 25 sterilized, gold-plated microneedles. The energy is transmitted through the needles, which simultaneously punctures the skin and circles back the electrodes on the skin. The RF energy heats at levels that provide cumulative and ongoing benefits.

Patients should expect minute pinpoint scabs to appear 24 – 72 hours after treatment, which will naturally shed when the underlying micro-injury has healed. Results become visible as the skin heals over the 3 – 4 weeks following the procedure. Optimal results usually call for 3 – 4 treatments scheduled 3 – 4 weeks apart.

There are no special preparations to take before your appointment.

While it is not painful, microneedling can be uncomfortable. To make it more comfortable, we can apply a topical anesthetic to numb the skin, which makes the treatment easy to tolerate.

You can leave the office immediately after your appointment. There’s no necessary downtime. You may notice some redness and some minor skin irritation for 2 to 3 days after the procedure, but this is generally nothing to worry about and should go away as your skin heals.