Microneedling combined with PRP therapy is effective in reducing the various signs of textural irregularities associated with skin aging.
SkinPen® by Bellus Medical is a non-surgical, cosmetic microneedling device to improve the appearance of the skin. Microneedling allows for the stimulation of collagen production by creating precise micro-channels in the skin. Stem cell therapy/platelet-rich plasma involves the use of the patient’s own blood plasma, enriched through a special process to increase the concentration of platelets. These platelets contain bioactive proteins and growth factors that serve to accelerate tissue repair, regeneration and activation of your own anti-aging stem cells. The PRP is applied onto the patient’s skin and is infused with the SkinPen device. This then enhances the overall results and accelerates healing.
SkinPen combined with PRP therapy is beneficial in reducing the various signs of textural irregularities associated with skin aging. It also improves the appearance of acne scars, softening fine lines and wrinkles, along with stretch marks on the body. One of the most exciting things about SkinPen and PRP is that they. can be used on all skin types. The procedure typically takes about an hour and a half. A topical anesthetic is applied to the skin prior to the procedure to allow for a relatively pain-free experience.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The number of procedures required will be determined by our staff based on your individual procedure goals and the health of your skin. Most patients receive a series of four to six procedures spaced about four weeks apart. Your provider will develop a procedure plan specific to you and also a maintenance plan to help retain the rejuvenating effects. Patients may notice healthier-looking skin immediately. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks as new collagen is formed. Damage that has occurred over an extensive period of time won’t disappear immediately. You may not see the final result for up to three months following your final session. Results can include improved texture and firmness, as well as a reduction in scars, pore size and stretch marks *Individual results may vary. The total healing time depends on each individual patient. Most patients have some slight swelling and redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for two to four days. Some patients may heal completely in 24 hours. Depending on the depth of treatment, some pinpoint bleeding may occur during the procedure, which stops almost immediately once the treatment is complete.
What Results Will I See?
Patients may notice healthier-looking skin immediately. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks as new collagen is formed. Damage that has occurred over an extensive period of time won’t disappear immediately. You may not see the final result for up to three months following your final session. Results can include improved texture and firmness, as well as a reduction in scars, pore size, and stretch marks. *Individual results may vary.
Is Any Downtime Required?
The total healing time depends on each individual patient. Most patients have some slight swelling and redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for two to four days. Some patients may heal completely in 24 hours. Depending on the depth of treatment, some pinpoint bleeding may occur during the procedure, which stops almost immediately once the treatment is complete.
