What is Microneedling?
Microneedling is a non-invasive, nonsurgical cosmetic medical treatment to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. This procedure can be used to treat many different skin concerns, from decreasing the appearance of fine lines and acne scars to minimizing large pores. Microneedling stimulates the healing process with thin needles, treating fine lines and acne scars with optimal results and significantly less downtime
Reasons for Microneedling
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, triggering collagen induction therapy to naturally stimulate collagen production and healing. It is commonly used to treat acne scars, including atrophic acne scars caused by acne vulgaris, as well as surgical scars, helping to improve skin texture and promote scar reduction.
By enhancing skin renewal, microneedling also helps fade dark spots and create a more even complexion. When combined with platelet rich plasma (PRP), the treatment’s regenerative effects are further amplified, offering even greater results in smoothing and revitalizing the skin.
Who is a Good Candidate for Microneedling?
Individuals who wish to achieve thicker, firmer skin and reduce the appearance of various concerns can often benefit from microneedling. In particular, you might be a good candidate for microneedling if you have only mild to moderate symptoms, rather than severe issues with aging skin and loss of skin elasticity.
Because microneedling doesn’t rely on the skin absorbing specific wavelengths of light, as in laser skin resurfacing treatments, it is tolerated by people of all skin types and colors, including darker skin tones that may not be good candidates for laser light procedures.
A consultation with one of our skincare experts can help to determine if this treatment is right for your unique skin conditions and their severity.
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Concerns Treated With Microneedling Collagen Induction Therapy
By stimulating the skin’s deeper tissues of the dermis, microneedling helps rejuvenate your complexion as well as skin texture over the course of a few weeks of regeneration. By enhancing collagen production and kick-starting your body’s natural healing process in the skin, you can see results for many conditions, including:
- Cellulite
- Stretch marks
- Acne scars
- Enlarged pores
- Pigmentation issues
- Rough skin
- Uneven skin tone
- Dull skin
There are many types of microneedling devices and options for treatment, including microneedling with platelet-rich plasma for enhanced healing and skin rejuvenation.
Before Your Microneedling Procedure
There are a few steps you can take to prepare for your microneedling aesthetic treatment. You’ll want to avoid excess sun exposure as much as you can and wear SPF 30 or higher for at least 24 hours beforehand. You’ll also want to stop using retinoids or acid-based skincare products for at least 24 hours before your appointment. Additionally, avoid blood-thinning medication and alcohol 72 hours before treatment.
What is the Difference between Microneedling and Microdermabrasion?
Both microneedling and microdermabrasion are cosmetic treatments that can make your skin look better. However, while the microdermabrasion process exfoliates dead skin cells and opens up pores to reveal brighter skin, the microneedling process breaks through the skin surface very slightly to promote collagen production. What is the Difference? Microdermabrasion is a skin resurfacing technique
During Your Microneedling Procedure
During a microneedling treatment session, tiny needles embedded in a microneedling device will create small micro-injuries in the top layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production as the skin heals itself. This also allows serums to reach the deeper layers of the dermis for better absorption, as well as stimulate the deeper layers of skin to heal, prompting new cell growth and regeneration that helps your complexion as the surface cells are replaced.
After Your Microneedling Procedure
Following your microneedling procedure, mild swelling and redness may occur. Patients should avoid the sun for 48 hours and wear sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher for at least two weeks following treatment. Avoid applying makeup for the first 24 hours; after that, you can feel free to apply makeup, lotions, and other products as usual. It can take up to four weeks after treatment for results to become visible.
What to Expect After Microneedling
After your microneedling procedure, mild redness, swelling, and tenderness are normal and typically subside within a few hours to a couple of days. Most patients resume normal activities within 24 hours, though strenuous workouts, excessive heat, and sun exposure should be avoided for 48 hours. Multiple treatments are typically recommended.
As collagen production continues, visible results may take a few weeks to appear, improving concerns like acne scars, enlarged pores, wrinkles, and stretch marks. For optimal recovery after skin needling, follow these guidelines:
- Avoid makeup and skin care products for 24 hours.
- Apply a gentle moisturizer and SPF 30+ daily.
- Refrain from exfoliating or using retinoids/acid-based products for several days.
- Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol and blood-thinning medications for 48–72 hours.
Microneedling is safe for most people, but those with active acne, a weakened immune system, or certain blood disorders may need to avoid microneedling. However, our healthcare providers can help you explore other cosmetic treatments. With proper aftercare, you can enjoy lasting improvements in skin tone, texture, and radiance.
Why Basile Plastic Surgery & Wellness?
With Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Patrick Basile, MD and our experienced team of specialists, you could not be in better hands. Whether you’re receiving an aesthetic, nonsurgical treatment like microneedling or a more invasive surgery like a facelift or mommy makeover, we can ensure you’re cared for every step of the way. We’ll address all your questions and concerns so we can provide you with the results you’re looking for.
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Learn More About Microneedling at Basile Plastic Surgery & Wellness
If you are interested in microneedling treatments for a rejuvenated complexion, contact our Jacksonville, FL office today to schedule a consultation. Our skincare specialists and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patrick Basile are here to help you look and feel your best with non-surgical aesthetic procedures designed personally for your budget, goals, and schedule.
Dr. Patrick L. Basile is a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Jacksonville Beach, FL. He has worked with the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, which became the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where he became the Assistant Chief of Plastic Surgery and the Director of Microsurgery. He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Pittsburgh. He participates in annual humanitarian cleft lip and palate efforts as well. Dr. Basile has been acknowledged in numerous magazines, newspapers, books, and on television. He has won multiple awards over the years, and has a rating of 4.7 out of almost 300 reviews.
