Unlock smooth skin: Microneedling Rejuvenation
What is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive treatment that uses tiny needles to create micro-channels in the skin. These tiny punctures trigger your body's natural healing response, stimulating collagen and elastin production deep within the skin. This process helps smooth wrinkles, scars, and enlarged pores, resulting in a firmer, brighter, and more youthful complexion.
Microneedling: The Smart Skin Difference
Our Board-certified Dermatologist and Advanced Practice Providers are microneedling masters, tailoring your treatment to your unique needs and desired results. Here's why you should choose Smart Skin Dermatology:
Depth Matters
Utah legislation puts a strict limit on the depth certain licensed professionals can go with microneedling. Results lie deeper than most spas are licensed to go. Trust our medical professionals to get you to your desired outcome.
Acne Scar Experts
Many acne scar patients stop treatment before getting their desired results because they don’t understand the costs going in. We use microneedling to the fullest, integrating it with other treatments to get your money’s worth and achieve your results.
Comprehensive Technologies
We have access to a full range of treatment options. We have solutions for all needs and won’t be subject to recommending something just because that’s what we have, like most practices.
FDA Compliant
Microneedling has been through a lot behind the scenes. It has been reclassified twice and remains one of the most abused technologies in this space. Infections and dull needles are not worth saving a few bucks. We have navigated the legal dilemmas of this treatment and only offer FDA approved solutions.
Dermatologists are Skin Specialists
We know everything there is to know about skin. This allows us to go beyond what can be achieved at a spa or plastic surgeon’s office, to give you the best recommendations for your goals.
Patients for Life Transparency
We want patients for life, not for one round of treatment. This means we won’t sell you on hopes and dreams. Seeking out cosmetic intervention is hard enough without the car salesman approach. We promise to provide options to meet you where you are at and retain you for life.
Cut through the marketing noise:
- Does microneedling hurt? We minimize discomfort with numbing and cooling, and most patients report the sensation as tolerable.
- How long does it take to see results? You'll notice an improvement in tone and texture within days, with continued progress for weeks and months.
- How many sessions do I need? The number of sessions depends on your concerns, typically ranging from 3-5.
- Is it safe for all skin types? Microneedling is safe for most skin types, but a consultation is crucial to determine the best approach for you.
- Will it scar? Scarring is extremely rare with microneedling, thanks to its precise targeting and gentle technology.
microneedling Treatment Areas
Face
Reduce wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, sun damage, and scars for a smoother, brighter complexion.
Neck & Décolletage
Tighten loose skin and combat crepey texture for a rejuvenated neck and chest.
Hands
Erase age spots and rejuvenate hand skin for a youthful and confident appearance.
Body
Treat scars, stretch marks, and pigmentation on areas like the arms, legs, and abdomen.
microneedling Treatment Targets
Wrinkles & Fine Lines
Microneedling helps smooth away wrinkles, frown lines, crow's feet, and forehead lines.
Acne Scars
Reduce the appearance of both pitted and rolling acne scars for a smoother, more even complexion.
Large Pores
Refine the appearance of enlarged pores for a smoother, more polished finish.
Preventative & Aging Gracefully
Patients who indulge in preventative microneedling treatments will find their skin develops less wrinkles and textural concerns as they age.
Post-Treatment Care
Sun protection
Wear SPF 30+ sunscreen daily to protect your rejuvenated skin.
Gentle cleansing & moisturizing
Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer suitable for your skin type.
Hydration
Stay hydrated to support your skin's healing process.
Avoid picking
Resist the urge to pick at scabs or imperfections, as this can lead to scarring.
Similar treatments on the market:
- RF Microneedling. Most devices don't actually reach a depth in the skin where the RF energy can do its intended collagen building. RF energy is one of the most temperamental energies in aesthetic medicine. It does work, however it has to be applied to very specific endpoints, which only a few devices actually achieve. Most RF Microneedling devices are just microneedling treatments.
- At-home Microneedling rollers. Do not use these! We recommend bargain options when they work; we don’t say this for our personal gain. At-home microneedling rollers are different in depth, angle and speed that cannot be controlled. Their design creates tears in the skin instead of controlled channels. They also are notorious for causing infections regardless of how well you clean them, unless of course you happen to have an at-home autoclave.
- CO2 Laser. There is a pretty dramatic difference between a CO2 laser and microneedling. This is like comparing a racecar to a sedan. Microneedling will be great for addressing texture alone but does not treat everything a CO2 laser does.
- IPL Photofacial. An IPL is not really a comparison but worth including due to so much misunderstanding from misleading marketing out there. Simple explanation is that an IPL treats pigment only and microneedling treats texture only.
- Frax / Pico Resurfacing. If microneedling is the opposite of an IPL. Then a Frax / Pico resurfacing is like an IPL + Microneedling. These two will do both texture and pigment.
- Chemical Peel. Chemical Peels are also not really comparable. There is a lot of talk about Chemical peels but they simply don't deliver when it comes to texture. No real textural improvement will be seen in comparison to microneedling.
Microneedling Possible Side Effects:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Bruising (temporary)
- Peeling (temporary)
- Crusting (rare)
Trust Smart Skin Dermatology to unlock your skin's radiance with microneedling. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your treatment options, or if you're a returning patient, book your microneedling session!
Unlock a smoother, younger-looking complexion with microneedling at Smart Skin Dermatology!
