Skin Needling
is an exciting new treatment which has been shown to: - Smooth Wrinkles and fill
deep lines - Improve Skin Texture - Relax Scars - Improve depressed Acne
Scarring - Improve the appearance
of Stretch Marks - Fill old surgical scars
Skin Needling is also known
as Facial Mesotherapy or Collagen Induction Therapy. It has
similar results to Laser, Chemical Peels and Dermabrasion
but is far less invasive, which translates to a far lower
risk of complications and quick recovery time. Improvement
in the appearance of scars and lines is achieved through a
series of Skin Needling treatments, spaced 2-3 months apart.
How is it done?
Skin Needling and Facial Mesotherapy is most easily performed
using a Skin Roller. The Skin Roller causes multiple tiny
pin point puncture wounds to the dermis. This dermal damage
induces the release of growth factors that stimulate the production
of new collagen and elastin. New collagen production is the
object of ALL skin resurfacing and rejuvenation treatments.
Skin Needling creates dermal damage without the removal of
the healthy epidermis, which happens with other resurfacing
techniques.
Because the epidermis is left intact, the healing period is
rapid. The skin does not risk permanent structural damage,
sun sensitivity, skin colour loss or hyper-pigmentation.
What
areas of the skin can be treated?
Skin Needling can treat sensitive areas that other treatments
have to avoid, such as below the eyes, the neck and the back
of hands.
Healing
- How much time does it take to recover from a Skin Needling
Treatment?
The skin is red and swollen for one to two days with a light
grazing over the treated area appearing on day two. Most patients
are able to return to work and normal activities within 48
hours of treatment. Multiple treatments are usually necessary
to achieve significant improvement in the appearance and depth
of lines and scars. Treatment effects are cumulative and will
usually be seen within 6-8 weeks of each treatment. In comparison
to prolonged recovery time from laser resurfacing and chemical
peels, the short recovery following Skin Needling makes it
an excellent alternative method of improving lines and scars.
How
much does it cost?
The cost of Skin Needling treatments does vary according to
the type of treatment required and the extent of scarring.
Skin Needling treatments at Clearskincare Clinics cost between
$70 and $275 per treatment. If you would like more information
about Skin Needling please contact our Edgecliff Clinic.
