Microneedling has become a favored choice for those seeking to improve their skin’s texture and overall appearance. This minimally invasive procedure involves using a device equipped with fine needles that create tiny micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating the body’s natural healing processes. Many individuals are attracted to microneedling because it effectively reduces fine lines, acne scars, and wrinkles while promoting collagen and elastin production. Noticeable skin tone and texture improvements often become apparent after just a few sessions, making microneedling a highly sought-after option for achieving youthful and rejuvenated skin.
It’s important that the process is administered by an experienced and highly trained medical skin care specialist. You’ll be glad to know that at the Rocky Mountain Laser Center at CSDERM in Colorado Springs, all cosmetic procedures are directed by an on-site board-certified dermatologist to best assure your patient safety and satisfaction.
If you’re considering microneedling, schedule a cosmetic consultation today to talk with one of our microneedling specialists at RMLASER:
2 convenient locations:
CENTRAL COLORADO SPRINGS
NORTH COLORADO SPRINGS
What is microneedling?
Also called collagen induction therapy, microneedling is a treatment that helps make skin smoother and firmer. This process involves repeatedly pricking the skin with small needles. The needles stimulate your skin, so it starts producing more collagen to heal the area. Ultimately, you end up with more youthful, elastic skin. In addition to improving general skin texture, this process can address scarring and discoloration.
Who is a candidate for microneedling?
Microneedling is a great choice for enhancing your skin. It’s ideal for mild scarring or light discoloration, fine lines, dull skin, or large pores. The treatment is typically well-tolerated, with minimal discomfort, making it suitable for various skin types. Patients also appreciate the relatively short recovery time, allowing them to return to their daily activities quickly.
However, microneedling is not for everyone. You should avoid this treatment if you:
- Have a blood thinning disorder
- Are prone to scarring
- Have eczema or psoriasis
- Have abnormal moles or skin growths
- Are getting chemo or radiation therapy
What are the advantages of microneedling?
This treatment is a minimally invasive option that provides results without requiring you to try surgery or strong chemicals. It is simple, fast, safe, and quite effective. Research shows that it can both rejuvenate skin and address specific issues. It’s especially useful if you have acne scars, burn scars, stretch marks, or fine lines. Unlike many other treatments, it works well on patients of all races and ages.
Reference: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
What are the disadvantages of microneedling?
The main downside of this treatment is simply the process itself. The needles can cause some irritation. It’s normal to see redness; some people may also have bruising, bleeding, or infection. Microneedling only works well when you’re a healthy person who heals at a normal rate. Therefore, it’s not useful for people with health problems, cancer, open wounds, and certain skin conditions.
Is it painful?
Though the idea of having needles poke you might sound scary, microneedling isn’t too painful. Not only are the needles much smaller than average ones, but your doctor will also provide pain management. During the procedure, your doctor will apply a numbing cream to reduce discomfort. Afterward, you can take painkilling medication if you want to.
What is the recovery time?
Microneedling recovery is quite fast. It takes a few days for irritation from the treatment to calm down. Within a week, your skin will look mostly normal again. After treatment, it takes a while for the full results to develop. Your body will slowly produce more collagen, and you’ll see the full benefits around two months later.
How long do the results last?
The length of time your results last will depend on the treatment you get. The results are permanent if you get microneedling to remove scars or stretch marks. Results can also last a while if you’re using it to treat fine lines or enlarged pores. The general glow you get from microneedling doesn’t last quite as long. For this benefit, you’ll need regular sessions every few months.
Our RMLASER locations
We offer cosmetic dermatology at two RMLASER locations in Colorado Springs, CO:
Central Colorado Springs
170 Parkside Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Phone: (719) 471-8560
North Colorado Springs
2060 Briargate Pkwy, Ste 150
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Phone: (719) 471-8560