Microneedling

Microneedling

Microneedling is an easy, effective way to treat fine lines, deeper wrinkles, photodamage, acne scars, and improve the overall skin's appearance—it even helps stretch marks.

We use the Eclipse MicroPen®, the industry leader, to create thousands of precise microinjuries in the skin. This leads to the release of grown factors, which stimulate new healthy collagen, and directs new blood flow to the treated skin. The result is a softer, brighter, younger looking complexion. It also allows the penetration of products into the skin, so your skin care will work even better! We can even do a light chemical peel over the freshly needled skin or directly apply lightening agents. Plus, you can boost your glow potential even more by adding Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) to a microneedling facial. Click here to learn more!

Microneedling is perfect for someone who may not have a lot of downtime and is struggling with acne scars or just wants to improve the overall skin's appearance. It is a great maintenance procedure, and is fantastic for the fine lines around the mouth and eyes. Remember, skin rejuvenation takes time, and you will continue to see the results in the weeks and months to come, but you will notice an immediate "glow" following microneedling.

Eclipse MicroPen® Elite

The Eclipse MicroPen® Elite is an advanced medical-grade automated device. Composed of medical grade stainless steel, the MicroPen® Elite is the first cordless fractional automated micro-needling device for treating various dermatologic indications and can be used on the: face, neck, décolleté, arms, hands, legs, abdomen and back.

The automated micro-needling pen is a safe alternative to common skin resurfacing tools, such as lasers and dermal rollers. The MicroPen® Elite, which won THE Aesthetic Industry Award for Best Micro-Needling Device, is affordable, effective, requires minimal down time and provides natural-looking results.
What is the Eclipse MicroPen® and Automated Micro-Needling?
Automated micro-needling is a new innovation in aesthetic medicine that can help treat the appearance of fine lines, acne scars and the skin’s overall appearance. Eclipse MicroPen® is the most advanced medical-grade automated micro-needling device on the market. Look for an Eclipse MicroPen® professional in your area now.

What are the benefits?
The benefits of micro-needling can include a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, younger-looking skin with fewer signs of aging. Eclipse MicroPen® can also have a positive effect on the appearance of hyper-pigmentation, dark spots, acne scars and stretch marks and create a fresher appearance or glow to the skin.

Which areas of the body can be treated?
Eclipse MicroPen® can be used on all parts of the body; face, neck, decollete, arms, hands, legs, abdomen and back.

How is the procedure done?
A sterile cartridge tip containing 12 points is attached to the Eclipse MicroPen®. Your skincare professional will apply a thin layer of solution, such as medical-grade saline solution, to your skin and select the appropriate pen setting based on your unique needs. Next, in a single motion, the pen will be gently pressed against the skin while simultaneously gliding in one direction until the entire treatment area has been covered.

What does it feel like?
The feeling associated with the Eclipse MicroPen® is similar to light sandpaper being moved across the skin. While some areas are more sensitive than others, the speed of the reciprocating Eclipse MicroPen® tip reduces discomfort while the post-treatment hydrating gel also makes the procedure more tolerable.

How long does the procedure take?
The procedure takes 15-30 minutes depending on the size of the area treated.

What is the downtime?
Immediately after the treatment you will notice a bright redness to the skin. The total healing time depends on the Eclipse MicroPen® setting used and the number of overlapping passes your skincare professional performs. On average, patients are red up to 2 to 4 days. Some patients heal completely in as little as 24 hours. Utilizing the Eclipse Dermal Rejuvenation System™ or our high-quality Bright & Beautiful skincare products can help to speed up the post-care process.

When will I see results?
Patients notice an immediate “glow” to their skin. Visible changes to the skin develop over the course of several days and weeks. Results continue to improve up to 6 months after the treatment.

How many treatments are needed?
Some patients only require a single treatment, once per year to achieve optimal results. However, it is recommended for most patients to receive a series of 2-3 treatments spaced about 6-8 weeks apart. For patients with deep wrinkles, advanced photo-aging, stretch marks or acne scars, we may recommend 6-8 sessions at 6 week intervals.
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

Get a youthful glow using the power of your own body with our Platelet-Rich Plasma microneedling facial!
If you want to minimize your fine lines and wrinkles without surgery, then micro needling with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may be for you! PRP uses human growth factors extracted from your blood to enhance collagen production, and stimulate your body’s natural repair and rejuvenation processes. We combine PRP with microneedling to enhance results, and to stimulate rapid cell replenishment and rejuvenation of healthy cells.

PRP by definition refers to platelets in plasma, where the platelet concentration is generally considered to be twice the normal concentration in whole blood. As part of the body’s capacity to heal itself, platelets and other components in human blood migrate to a site of injury. Platelets are known to release a variety of factors that respond to tissue injury, where they initiate and promote healing. By concentrating platelets at the site of injection, we can enhance the body’s natural capacity for healing, which allows for sustained growth factor release, migration of stem cells and reservoir for regenerative signaling.

PRP is made by drawing a small amount of the patient’s blood into a collection tube that contains a cell separator gel. The tube is then processed with a centrifuge, which separates the blood into a plasma/platelet suspension. From there, we extract the platelet solution to use for the facial. This can all be done in a short office visit, as little as 30 minutes.

Schedule your PRP treatment session with one of our board-certified dermatologists or highly experienced physicians assistants today, and rediscover your natural glow! 
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