You may have heard of microneedling, the skin care treatment that creates micro-punctures to improve a myriad of skin-related concerns. While it may not sound appealing, it’s actually quick, effective, and virtually painless.
In this article, we explain why our patients choose microneedling in Plano, Prosper, and Flower Mound at McGuiness Dermatology & Plastic Surgery.
What is microneedling?
Microneedling involves using a specialized device equipped with tiny needles to create micro-wounds in your skin. Let’s get one thing straight: this creates controlled damage that triggers your body’s natural healing processes, stimulating collagen and elastin production.
What are collagen and elastin?
Collagen is a protein in your body that gives your skin structure, strength, and support. As you age, your collagen production declines, leaving your skin more susceptible to fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging. This protein also helps accelerate skin cell turnover—replacing old, damaged cells with healthy new ones.
Along with collagen, microneedling also boosts elastin production, another protein vital for your skin’s health. Elastin gives your skin the flexibility to stretch and “bounce back” into place. This protein also declines with age, making treatments like microneedling important to maintaining skin health.
What does microneedling treat?
With a boost of collagen from our SkinPen microneedling device, you can treat the following concerns:
- Fine lines
- Wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation
- Age spots
- Stretch marks
- Acne scars
Typically, the program involves three sessions, each building upon the previous one for cumulative results. Each treatment lasts 1 hour and only requires 48 to 72 hours of downtime.
Pair Your Microneedling with HydraFacial
Microneedling works well as a standalone treatment, and when paired with HydraFacial, it allows the serums to penetrate deeper into your skin. This facial involves 3 to 4 steps that aim to cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish your skin. We offer the HydraFacial in the same locations as microneedling: Plano, Prosper, and Flower Mound.
Discover the Power of Microneedling at McGuiness
A 1-hour treatment may be just what you need to stop fine lines and wrinkles in their tracks. Microneedling in Plano, Prosper, or Flower Mound leaves you with smoother, more youthful skin after just 3 sessions. To get started, request an appointment.
To streamline the process, try our treatment planning tool.
