Microneedling

How does SkinPen Work?

The SkinPen creates carefully controlled wounds, which prompt the skin’s natural healing process. The precision of the SkinPen allows us to produce long-lasting results that cannot be matched by devices used at home. We can customize microneedling treatments based on the specific cosmetic concern you have by adjusting the depth that the needles penetrate. The SkinPen uses needles that are adjustable from 0.25mm to 2.5mm.

Here at Partners in Plastic Surgery we also offer microneedling with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), also know as the Vampire Facial. In this procedure, blood is drawn at the beginning of your session and spun in order to separate the PRP. This PRP is then used on the skins surface during the microneedling session. This is advantageous as PRP contains growth factors which help to further stimulate collagen production within your skin, making the microneedling more effective.

Who Can Benefit From Microneedling?

One of the advantages of using a SkinPen while microneedling is that it is safe and beneficial for a range of skin types. Our patients typically have one or more of the following concerns when they come in for a microneedling consultation:

• Wrinkles and fine lines
• Acne scars (and other scars)
• Dull skin tone
• Stretch marks
• Enlarged pores

What to Expect

A microneedling treatment typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes. When you arrive, your aesthetic specialist will apply a numbing cream on the treatment area before the procedure to keep you comfortable.

Depending how aggressive the treatment is, you may have slight swelling and a pink, sunburned look to your face that could last up to around 3 days. You won’t have to stay in the house, but your skin may have a rosy appearance.

Some patients choose to combine microneedling with one of our customized facials; the small punctures from microneedling promote the skin to better absorb components of the facial, giving you an even better result.