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MICRONEEDLING - OR MEDICAL SKIN NEEDLING

 

What is it?

Medical Skin Needling is a relatively new treatment which is gaining in popularity as people realise what great results can be achieved.  it is the latest skin renewal technique to restore the healthy youthful appearance of your skin at a fraction of the cost of laser treatments, and with minimal or zero downtime.

Medical Skin Needling produces similar results to dermabrasion (which is a more aggressive treatment than microdermabrasion), lasers and deep chemical peels, but is much less invasive and doesn’t require the removal of the epidermis.  As a result, the healing time is significantly shorter and there is no post-treatment sensitivity to UV light.

 

Medical Skin Needling is also one of the few skin therapies suitable for treating all skin types, including ethnic skin, and can be used to treat the fragile skin around the eyes, mouth and on the neck.

 

Who is the treatment for?

Treatment is recommended for:

 

• Wrinkles and lines
• Lack of skin firmness and elasticity
• Scarring
• Acne and chicken pox scars
• Enlarged pores
• Sun damage
• Under-eye bags
• Stretch marks
• Cellulite

How does it work?

Medical Skin Needling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, works by causing “micro-injuries” to the skin to trigger the healing and repair process.  Part of the body’s natural healing process is collagen synthesis (the making of collagen).  Triggering the healing process means triggering the production of collagen.  It is this production of collagen which acts to repair the damage to your skin: the result is a smoother, firmer and younger looking skin.

What is the dermaroller made of?

At Assure Medispa, we use the Medik8 Dermaroller which is made of gold coated titanium.

Most dermatological rollers designed for use on facial skin are made from stainless steel, which can blunt easily with daily use. The Medik8 Titanium Dermaroller needles are engineered in Sweden from pure titanium giving a finer and much more durable edge, eliminating excess irritation caused by ordinary steel needles.

Furthermore, each individual Medik8 Titanium Dermaroller microneedle is gold plated to maintain sterility. This technology produces extremely accurate and pinpoint punctures in the skin, with the aim of improving the treatment results, while ensuring user health and safety. No other dermaroller is made with titanium needles, so only the Medik8 Titanium Dermaroller can be reused intensively for 3-6 months.

What happens during my treatment?

Medical Skin Needling is performed using a sterile Medik8 titanium Dermaroller.  It generally takes about 30 – 45 minutes

What will I look like immediately after treatment?

After the procedure, your skin will be red and flushed I appearance, looking similar to a moderate sunburn.  You will also experience skin tightness and mild sensitivity to touch.  This will diminish significantly within a few hours of treatment, and within 48 hours will be completely healed. 

How quickly will I see results?

Visible signs of skin rejuvenation are seen just 6 – 8 weeks after the procedure and continue for up to a year.

A course of three Medical Skin Needling treatments, at 6 – 8 weeks intervals, is usually recommended to achieve optimum results, however, great improvement can be noticed after just one treatment.

How should I care for my skin after a treatment?

You can enhance the results of your treatment with the Personal Titanium Dermaroller, which can be used on a daily basis between your sessions at Assure Medispa and afterwards.  You will receive a sterilizing solution and instructions for using your Personal Titanium Dermaroller. 

Additionally, you can apply Medik8 home care products to help address your concerns – products are different for example, if you are concerned about acne scarring or anti-aging.  Your Medical Aesthetician will work with you to determine the best products for you.

What are the risks?

The risks are much lower than other treatments designed to achieve similar outcome like dermabrasion, lasers and deep chemical peels, which require the removal of the epidermis.

With Medical Skin Needling, there is a risk of potential scarring if the treatment is over-aggressively needled.    And, if you don’t apply adequate sun protection during the healing period, you may be hyperpigmentation (pigmented markings) which normally resolves after about one month.

For further information, visit the Medik8 website at www.medik8.com/en

Call Assure Medispa on 08 9380 0380 to book your initial free appointment.

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