When you look in the mirror, what bothers you? Is it the fine line and wrinkles from years of love and laughter? Or acne scars that remind you of your teenage years? Almost everyone looks in the mirror and sees something they want to change. You don’t want the stress and invasiveness of plastic surgery, but there are other options. Microneedling is one of the options you can explore to transform the look of your skin and help you improve the way you see yourself. It’s time to explore microneedling and the details you need to make an informed decision.
How Microneedling Works With Your Skin
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure designed to promote increased production of collagen and elastin. The increase in production can help firm and smooth the skin and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles along with many other common complaints.
Using tiny needles, many small punctures are created in the skin around the area of concern. The healing process includes the increased creation of elastin and collagen that help with the firmness and filling of fine lines and wrinkles. It can also reduce the noticeability of scars from acne and other causes.
Only the top layer of skin is affected during the microneedling procedure. It won’t cause any additional scarring. You should begin to see results in two to three weeks, and by three months, you can expect to see the full results of the work.
Benefits of Microneedling Treatments
Before you undergo any type of skin treatment, you want to know the benefits of it. With microneedling, the benefits are worth this minimally invasive procedure. Some of the benefits and uses include:
- Reduces sun damage
- Minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
- Shrinks pore
- Serves as an anti-aging treatment
- Minimize the look of stretch marks
- Treats acne
- Improves the effectiveness of topical products, including toners, moisturizers, and acne medication
- Reduces the look of Rosacea
- Fewer side effects than in other treatments
- Treats the appearance of scars
When you opt for microneedling, you can regain your self-esteem and improve the look of your problem areas. The treatment causes less pain and a faster recovery time than other procedures available to you. The dermatologist and their staff can answer all your questions and address your concerns.
Areas Microneedling Can Target
Microneedling is a great facial treatment option, but it can also target other areas of the body. Since the procedure can minimize the appearance of scars and stretch marks, it can be effective in areas of the body. These include:
- Facial areas:
- Between the eyebrows
- Brow area
- Forehead
- Crows feet
- Cheeks
- Under-eye area
- Chin
- Jaw
- Arms
- Legs
- Stomach
- Back
- Hands
- Necks
- Thighs
- Buttocks
- Hips
Firming and smoothing an area of the body can change the way it looks and the way you feel about it. Microneedling is a way to make changes to a specific area of your body without excessive pain and long recovery times. You can explore the options when you meet with a professional.
Why Get Microneedling Done by a Licensed Specialist
You don’t want to trust your facial skin to a fly-by-night cosmetics business. You deserve to work with a licensed aesthetician who protects your skin and knows the correct way to perform microneedling. At Affiliated Dermatology, we offer multiple locations where you can book an appointment close to your home or work. Our staff has extensive experience with microneedling, and we’ll answer all your questions. We strive to provide you with a positive experience from the first call to recovery. Contact us today.
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