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October 23rd 2023
Is your skin craving a little refinement? At AesthetiCare Medspa, we offer microneedling with SkinPen to improve various signs of aging in customized sessions that cater to your exact needs.
Microneedling stimulates your body’s natural regeneration abilities to shrink pores, even skin tone, soften creases, fade scars and reveal luminous, youthful-looking skin with virtually no downtime.
This procedure utilizes a series of micro needles to stimulate the production of collagen. Microneedling uses an automatic, spring-loaded tip with a series of micro needles. These microneedles create small channels in the skin which enhances the production of collagen and new skin cells. During your initial consultation at our Ward Parkway or North Kansas City office, we will listen to your goals and create a microneedling treatment plan catered to you.
Microneedling has little to no downtime and there are virtually no side effects.
We normally recommend a series of 3-5 treatments. Our clients see improvement in fine lines, diminished pore size, improved acne scarring and overall texture of the skin.
Microneedling uses small gauge needles that create micro channels into the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in skin. As the tissue heals, it reveals new texture and color. This treatment is ideal for someone with minimal downtime, darker skin types, or someone with a low pain tolerance. Microneedling uses small gauge needles that create micro channels into the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in the skin. As the tissue heals, it reveals new texture and color. A microneedling treatment has little to no downtime and is safe on all skin types.
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The skin is sterilized and a numbing cream is applied for 45-60 minutes to fully take effect.
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Your aesthetician utilizes a handheld Microneedling device and moves it over the skin at a consistent speed. There is very little discomfort.
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After your treatment, a healing serum and SPF will be applied. Your provider will discuss all recommended post care to ensure long lasting results.
Microneedling has become one of the most popular skin rejuvenation treatments thanks to its ability to improve multiple skin concerns with minimal downtime. The SkinPen microneedling device used at AesthetiCare is the only FDA-cleared microneedling tool and represents the gold standard.
The SkinPen gently creates tiny channels in the skin using microscopic needles. This stimulates the release of personal growth factors to generate new collagen and elastin while also increasing the absorption of serums applied afterward. Results come from within the deeper layers of skin rather than removing or injuring the outer protective barrier. This makes it safe for all skin types, unlike harsh lasers. Improvement occurs gradually over weeks and months following a series of treatments as the dermal remodeling process unfolds.
Many patients see a significant refinement of texture, reduction of fine lines, improvement in tone/color, smoothing of scars and overall brightening glow. It also tightens enlarged pores and firms sagging areas when combined with radiofrequency. Stretch marks also respond well to SkinPen therapy.
A significant benefit of SkinPen is the lack of downtime. Most patients experience a day or less slight redness akin to moderate sun exposure following sessions. More intensive treatments may require 3-4 days of healing but do not interrupt daily routines.
Ideally, patients undergo 3-6 sessions spaced 3-6 weeks apart for cumulative results. Some periodic maintenance every 6-12 months helps sustain aesthetic improvements. The number needed depends on the severity of issues addressed and goals.
Most patients see improvements in skin texture, tone, fine lines, enlarged pores, mild scarring and an overall brightening and glow over a series of sessions. The gradual collagen rebuilding smooths creases, evens color, fades marks and refines the skin's surface.
Results accumulate over the course of 3-6 sessions and then maintain for about 1-2 years. Many patients choose periodic maintenance every 6-12 months after their initial treatment series to keep the skin looking its best.
Most patients benefit from 3-6 initial treatment sessions, spaced about 3-6 weeks apart, for optimal results. Maintenance is recommended every 6-12 months to sustain long-term aesthetic improvements.
Some patients feel mild discomfort akin to a scratching or modest sunburn sensation. We provide numbing cream to maximize comfort, and the pen has adjustable tip lengths and speeds to customize the treatment sensations.
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