Dermaroller For Skin

Dermaroller is an instrument that consists of very fine needles. It is rolled across the affected area with minimal pressure. The needles penetrate the skin and create tiny punctures of varying depths, depending upon needles’ length. Thousands of punctures are created into the skin, causing a ‘mini-trauma’ for activating the skin’s wound healing process. The process is done until fine bleeding points are seen.

Dermaroller procedure helps in initiating epidermal healing, which results in a renewed skin that looks smoother & fresher. After a few treatments, scar tissue starts to contract, and hyperpigmentation begins to fade. As a result, the derma roller procedure drastically reduces the skin’s pigment content, giving it an instant complexion lift. This procedure also makes the skin a bit thickened the skin, which simultaneously makes scars less visible.

This procedure is effective for all skin types. The results will continue for 12 months with each treatment. Acne scars, deep wrinkles, fine lines, surgical scars, stretch marks, hyper-pigmentation, and sun damage will significantly reduce.

• Dermaroller procedure uses small needles to prick the skin for microneedling.
• The purpose of treatment is to generate new collagen and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin.
• Microneedling is mostly used on the face and may treat various scars, wrinkles, and large pores.

Safety:

• Microneedling is minimally invasive, requiring no downtime.
• It’s considered safe for most people who are in overall good health.
• The procedure isn’t safe for people who use certain acne medications or for women who are pregnant.
• You’ll experience minor redness and irritation for a few days after the procedure.

Efficacy:

• It’s considered effective in treating minor scarring related to acne, wounds, and aging. You’ll likely notice brighter, firmer skin, too.
• Ideal results are achieved after multiple sessions.
• Microneedling is far more effective than at-home rollers.

What is microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that is used to treat skin concerns via collagen production. Also known as collagen induction therapy, this treatment may help those looking to reduce the appearance of acne scars and stretch marks.

You may be an ideal candidate for this procedure if you’re in good health and have certain skin concerns that haven’t responded to home treatments or other types of dermatologic procedures, such as peels.

How does microneedling work?

Microneedling works by encouraging your skin to make more collagen. The idea is that pinpricks from the procedure cause slight injury to the skin and that the skin responds by making new collagen-rich tissue.

This new skin tissue is, in turn, more even in tone and texture. It’s normal for the skin to lose collagen via age or injury. By encouraging the skin to make new tissue, there may be more collagen to help make the skin firmer, too.

Procedure for microneedling

During the procedure, your doctor makes small pricks under the skin with a pen-like tool. The pinpricks are so small that you likely won’t notice them after the procedure. Your doctor will move the tool evenly across your skin so that the new skin that rejuvenates will be even, too.

Before getting started, your doctor will use a topical anesthetic to reduce the chances of pain. This is done about an hour before your treatment. 

Targeted areas for microneedling

Microneedling is most often used on your face to target:

• acne scars
• age spots (also called “sun spots”)
• fine lines and wrinkles
• large pores
• reduced skin elasticity
• uneven skin tone

In addition to facial concerns, microneedling is sometimes used to treat stretch marks in other areas of the body. 

Scarring on other body parts may also be treated with this procedure. However, microneedling is primarily used on the face.

Are there any risks or side effects?

Like all cosmetic procedures, microneedling isn’t without risk. The most common side effect is minor skin irritation immediately following the procedure. You may also see redness for a few days. Call your doctor if you notice more severe side effects, such as:

• bleeding
• bruising
• infection
• peeling

You may not be an ideal candidate for microneedling if you:

• are pregnant
• have certain skin diseases, such as psoriasis or eczema
• have open wounds
• have had radiation therapy recently

What to expect after microneedling

Microneedling isn’t invasive like plastic surgery, so the recovery time is minimal. Most people require very little downtime, if any at all.

You may notice skin irritation and redness within the first few days following the procedure. This is a natural response to the small “injuries” made by the needles in your skin.

You can go back to work or school after the procedure if you’re comfortable. Some people apply camouflaging makeup during the first few days as the redness dissipates.

Your skin will also be more sensitive to the sun, so sunscreen is a must.

After microneedling, your skin works fairly quickly to rejuvenate new tissue. In theory, you should see results within a couple of weeks.

To maintain the results of your treatment, you’ll need multiple sessions.

Preparing for microneedling

Before the procedure, talk to your doctor about ways you can prepare so you have the best possible outcome. You may need to stop taking certain medications, such as ibuprofen and those for acne treatment, well in advance of the procedure.

Your doctor may also recommend that you stop using topical retinoids beforehand too. Doing so may reduce the risk of certain side effects.