Microneedling

Micro-needling is recommended at the first signs of wrinkles, sagging connective tissue, dull facial skin, or other unpleasant skin changes that occur over time. The treatment is supposed to improve the skin picture and have a rejuvenating effect have.

Process of micro-needling

The doctor moves a needle-covered roller or pen over the facial skin for about 15 minutes, causing thousands of micro-injuries. These injuries are supposed to stimulate fibroblasts to form new collagen during healing. Depending on the method, the needles penetrate 0.25 to 3 millimeters deep. To provide proven new collagen formation, they should be at least 1.5 millimeters long.

Risks of micro-needling

To protect the skin from pigmentation, direct sun must be avoided for the next two months and a high sun protection to be applied.

After the operation

After micro-needling, the face is red for one to two days, similar to a mild sunburn. Normally, the needle marks disappear within a few days. The deeper the needles penetrate, the greater the risk of bruising and swelling, which can then be visible for a week and occasionally longer. The collagen-stimulating effects are limited.