Microneedling is an anti-aging skin treatment. This treatment relies on your body’s regenerative powers to create outstanding results. Both men and women can recognize noticeable results from microneedling. Additionally, people who are not ready for lasers or other types of surgery may opt for microneedling instead.
Microneedling uses a special medical device to create thousands of tiny punctures in your skin. As part of the process, your body repairs the damage and adds a new layer of collagen. Microneedling can stimulate cellular regeneration, reducing or eliminating lines, folds, acne scars, and wrinkles on the face. Microneedling for acne scars can be effective. However, patients may need to undergo multiple rounds of microneedling to remove deep acne scars.
The Microneedling Process
Microneedling is safe for all skin tones and can be used to treat a range of scars, including scars caused by acne, surgery, or an injury. The downtime for microneedling is minimal, and no anesthesia is required. While there may be redness, swelling, or slight discomfort, these symptoms will disappear within a week after receiving microneedling. Dermatologists recommend applying cream as part of aftercare.
A microneedling session may last 15 to 30 minutes. Results will gradually appear, and improvements should be seen within a few weeks. Despite this, full results may not be evident for several months. Microneedling results can also fade over time. This is part of the process, as people lose collagen with age. Microneedling may be recommended once a year.
Microneedling for Acne Scars
Acne is a common condition affecting up to 80 percent of young people and 5 percent of older adults. However, each distinct scar has varying complexities. Needles break collagen bundles in the superficial dermis by repeatedly puncturing the skin.
There are several types of acne scars that microneedling can treat. These include:
- Ice pick scars: These are deep scars that can be challenging for microneedling. However, microneedling can soften the appearance.
- Boxcar scars: This type of scar is wide, defined by edges, and appears in the shape of a U. Significant improvement to the scar occurs with microneedling.
- Rolling scars: This scar can be smoothed with microneedling. Rolling scars create a wave-like texture.
These types of scars can all benefit from microneedling. An effective treatment for post-acne atrophic scars includes multiple minimally invasive sessions of skin microneedling. Due to the severity of inflammation associated with a scar, some patients experience textural changes in the superficial and deep dermis.
The Benefits of Microneedling
Although microneedling can be beneficial for acne scars, it may also be beneficial for more than just acne scars. In fact, microneedling can improve a variety of skin issues. Many people have complaints about facial features and other skin pigmentation they wish to change. Microneedling can also assist with this process.
Some of the issues microneedling can improve consist of:
- Dull skin tone
- Rough skin texture
- Enlarged pores
- Stretch marks
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Loose skin
- Hyperpigmentation
Treatments offer major improvements for numerous areas of the body. For those struggling with any of the above, microneedling may help.
Find Microneedling Treatment
If you have deep acne scars, skin microneedling is an inexpensive treatment to consider. Not only does microneedling offer favorable advantages, but it also has a decreased risk of negative side effects. Dr. Sohrab, our board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, has extensive experience helping patients find the right treatment options.
Contact us today if you are considering microneedling or in need of oculofacial plastic surgery. We have a long history of providing satisfaction for our clients. Schedule a consultation to learn more about microneedling today.