Frequently Asked Questions on Medical Skin Needling Treatments
Q: Is it painful?
A: A topical anaesthetic cream is applied before the procedure. A local anaesthetic injection can be given to minimise any potential discomfort when treating deep scarring etc.
Q: Pre and post operative skin needling care
A: The skin may need to be prepared for up to 4 weeks by specially designed skin care products and these have to be used regularly after the procedure, this ensures the best possible result with fast recovery.
Q: How often?
A: The procedure needs to be repeated every 8 to 12 weeks.
Optimal results are achieved after 3 - 6 sessions.
Q: How long do the effects last?
A: Clinical experience has shown results are not temporary, but endure for many years (2- 3 years+).
Q: Can skin needling help Men?
A: Absolutely. In fact, many men find skin needling treatment less intimidating than other methods because it is a bit like getting a shave at a barber.
Q: Can skin needling make Hyperpigmentation / age spots less noticeable?
A: Yes. skin needling can help to inhibit hyperpigmentation. Several treatments from a specialist are required to even out skin tone or reduce significant hyperpigmentation.
Q: Can skin needling make Large / Open Pores shrink?
A: Yes, by way of inducing the skin to produce collagen which thickens the skin and tightens the surface. Collagen production is stimulated through the action of the skin needling
Q: Do you see a difference after one skin needling treatment?
A: Yes. Some improvement will be evident after one treatment, but real differences are achieved with regular clinical treatments. After the third treatment, in conjunction with weekly personal roller use, a patient will notice significant changes. The full effect is achieved after five to six months.
Q: Skin needling safe for dark skin types.
A: The most exciting thing about skin needling is its safety profile. Because it does not cause any significant trauma to the surface of the skin, needling dark skin types is very safe. Unlike laser and chemical peels which cause significant surface trauma with high risk of hypo or hyper pigmentation after treatment, skin needling is safe on skin type 4 and above.
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