FAQ's for Scar
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How Microneedling Works for Scars:
* Collagen Production:
Microneedling creates tiny, temporary punctures in the skin, which triggers the body’s natural healing response. This response includes increased collagen and elastin production.
* Scar Tissue Breakdown:
The increased collagen production helps to break down uneven scar tissue and encourages the growth of new, healthier skin cells, leading to a more even skin surface.
* Improved Skin Texture:
Microneedling can also improve overall skin texture, making scars less noticeable.
Types of Scars that Can Benefit from Microneedling:
* Atrophic scars:
These are depressed scars that can result from acne, surgery, or other injuries.
* Hypertrophic scars:
These are raised scars that can develop after injury or surgery.
* Rolling scars and Boxcar scars:
These are types of acne scars that can be effectively treated with microneedling.
* Surgical scars:
Microneedling can improve the appearance of surgical scars, especially when performed early after surgery.
Important Considerations:
* Number of Sessions: Multiple sessions are typically required to achieve optimal results. The number of sessions needed depends on the severity of the scars and the individual’s skin type.
* Results: It can take several months to see the full effects of microneedling, as the body continues to produce collagen and rebuild the skin.
* Consultations:
It’s essential to consult with us to determine if microneedling is the right treatment for your specific type of scars and skin type.
** MICRONEEDLING CAN FADE SCARS, UNEVEN SKIN TONE, AND MORE
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a medical treatment that uses tiny needles to puncture the skin.
Can help with improving:
* Acne scars
* Dark spots
* Large pores
* Melasma
* Sagging skin
* Scars due to surgery or an injury
* Stretch marks
* Uneven skin texture and tone
* Wrinkles and fine lines
* Microneedling is minimally invasive and safe for all skin tones. It works by stimulating your body to make collagen. This is why it’s also called “collagen induction therapy.”
* When properly performed, your body responds by healing the holes in your skin with just the right amount of collagen. This can lead to less noticeable scars and wrinkles, and more even skin tone and texture.
Are the results the same whether you use an at-home microneedling device or see a specialist?
Products sold for at-home microneedling and microneedling devices are not meant to puncture the skin. These gentler products lead to less noticeable results than those you get from a specialist.
At-home microneedling can also be risky. Here’s why:
* You may overuse microneedling.Overusing microneedling can irritate your skin, which can make the skin concern more noticeable and your skin uncomfortable.
* Sometimes an at-home microneedling product pierces the skin. This could lead to an infection or scarring.
* At-home microneedling can accidentally spread warts, herpes, and other viruses across the skin.
* Pressing too hard can damage your skin. This damage can cause scarring or changes to your skin’s color or texture.
When do patients see results from microneedling?
Results appear gradually as your body produces collagen. You may see improvement within a few weeks. It usually takes several months before you see full results.
Some people need to have a series of treatments to see optimal results.
How long do the results from microneedling last?
As your body loses collagen, the results will fade. People lose collagen at different rates. To decrease the amount of collagen that your body loses:
* Protect your skin from the sun
* Don’t smoke
To maintain your results, your specialist may also recommend that you return for a maintenance microneedling session once a year.
Is there any downtime after microneedling?
Downtime is minimal.
You may have some discomfort after receiving treatment. Immediately after microneedling, you may see some redness (lighter skin tones) or darker shades (darker skin tones) on your treated skin. Your treated skin may feel like it’s sunburned, causing minor discomfort, burning, or swelling.
These reactions usually disappear in a few days to a week.
To soothe your skin in the meantime, your specialist may recommend applying a post-treatment aftercare cream.
While you may have some discomfort, you can leave your appointment and return to work or school immediately after microneedling.
However, it’s important to wait 24 hours before you apply makeup.
What possible side effects can occur after microneedling?
When microneedling is performed properly with a specialist with in-depth knowledge of the skin, the risk is less. However, not following the before and after instructions increases the risk of developing side effects like an infection, scarring, or long-lasting skin discoloration.
How long does microneedling treatment take?
This varies with the condition and area of the body to be treated.
Numbing takes longer than most small procedures, 20 minutes. Treating fine lines on the skin above your upper lip may take a few minutes. Whereas, larger areas could take 30-60 minutes.
Who should avoid microneedling?
This treatment is safe for most people and people of all skin tones. However, no one treatment is right for everyone.
You should not have microneedling if you:
* Heal slowly or poorly
* Have (or had) a raised scar called a keloid
* Have a weakened immune system due to a medical condition or medication
* Are being treated for skin cancer in the area that you want microneedling
* Are receiving radiation treatments
There are also certain times when microneedling should not be performed.
Your specialist will wait to treat you if you have:
* A tan or have been in the sun recently
* A skin infection
* Pimples that feel painful, contain pus, or go deep into your skin
* Taken (or are taking) isotretinoin, a medication that treats severe acne
Before your the microneedling session, you must wait until your tan, sunburn, infection, or pimples have cleared.
If you are taking isotretinoin, wait at least one month after taking your last pill before coming in for your session.