Overall, you can expect minimal discomfort. Because it is a quick procedure, a numbing cream can be used to minimize or eliminate discomfort in more sensitive spots.

Getting in early produces the best results, sometimes as early as 6 weeks post-op! Because everyone’s procedures and healing can differ, if it has been less than 6 months, you must consult your surgeon.

Microneedling is generally performed in a series of 3-6 sessions, every 4-6 weeks. After 2-3 sessions, a thicker collagen filled matrix will produce more consistent and noticeable improvement. More than 6 treatments may be needed for deeper scarring.

• Discontinue retinol (2% or higher), or tretinoin three days prior to treatment (if used in the treatment area).

• Limit alcohol intake the night before and the day of your appointment.

• Hydrate

• Your skin will look and feel sunburned for a day or two.

• You may see pinprick scabbing in areas for 2-3 days.

• For deeper treatments, minor tightness, itchiness, and flaking in areas may occur by day 3, and generally resolves by day 5.

• Do not apply any other products to your skin for a minimum of 90 min, and preferably not until the following day.

• For the following two days, wash the area with a gentle, fragrance free cleanser.

• Moisturize after washing, and when it feels dry (only enough to rub all the way in. You don’t want it to stay wet or greasy).

• Avoid/minimize pet dander and other irritants for 24 hours to avoid potential allergies.

• Avoid sweaty exercise.

• Avoid direct sun exposure until the skin returns to normal, and use sunblock for the following couple weeks after.

• Resume regular routine on day 4.

You must be 18 years of age or older.

Microneedling is contraindicated if you have a history of:

• Scleroderma

• Collagen vascular disease

• Hemorrhagic disorders

• Wound healing deficiencies

Microneedling should be postponed if you currently:

• Have used Accutane in the past 6 months

• Are pregnant or nursing

• Have an active bacterial, fungal, or viral infection

• Have active eczema, dermatitis, or psoriasis in the area to be treated

• Have had Botox, fillers, or threading in the area to be treated in the past two weeks

• Are taking an anticoagulant

• Are taking anti-inflammatory medications or steroids

Microneedling treatments start at $250 per session.