If you’re concerned about fine lines, enlarged pores, or pigmentation issues, you should consider microneedling. This minimally invasive treatment can help rejuvenate your skin with minimal downtime.
How Does Microneedling Work?
Microneedling involves the use of tiny, sterilized needles to gently prick your skin. As you age, your body becomes less efficient at generating collagen and elastin, proteins that help your skin maintain a youthful appearance. During microneedling, your dermatologist will use a tool to make minuscule punctures in your skin that will prompt it to produce collagen, elastin, and new skin tissue. Sometimes, topical medications, such as vitamin C, are used during treatment because microneedling improves absorption.
What Does Microneedling Help With?
Because of decreased collagen production and lower cell turnover rates, aging skin is more prone to a variety of issues. Microneedling can help you address several skin-related concerns, including the following:
– Wrinkles and fine lines
– Acne and acne scars
– Uneven skin tone
– Large pores
– Rosacea
– Dull complexion
What Are the Risks of Microneedling?
As a minimally invasive procure, microneedling isn’t associated with many health risks. Some patients may experience a degree of skin irritation and redness immediately after treatment, but these symptoms typically subside after a few days. However, not everyone is an ideal candidate for microneedling, including pregnant women and people who have eczema, open wounds, are prone to keloid scarring, or have recently undergone radiation treatment.
What to Expect After Treatment
For the most part, patients are able to follow their normal routines after a few days. At first, your skin will be more sensitive than usual to sunlight, so you should apply sunscreen regularly. Also, you should avoid using skin care products that contain retinoids both before and after treatment. Because microneedling encourages the production of collagen and new skin tissue, it can take several weeks before you see noticeable results. Also, it’s often beneficial to receive two or three follow-up treatments to maximize the effects.
If you’d like to explore your options for non-surgical anti-aging treatments, you should speak to a doctor about microneedling. At The Dermatology Clinic, our medical staff is well versed in a variety of procedures that can help patients in the Baton Rouge area achieve a more youthful appearance. Contact us online to schedule an appointment today.
