Charlotte radiofrequency (RF) microneedling specialists at Dr. Scott’s Restorative Health & Aesthetics offer radiofrequency (RF) microneedling treatments in Greater Charlotte to regenerate and revitalize the skin for a healthier, more youthful appearance.
Beginning around age 20, our bodies start to produce less collagen at a rate of about 1% each year. Elastin production also slows down as we age, causing a double whammy as these two proteins are essential to maintaining firm, youthful skin. Without enough collagen, the skin starts to develop fine lines and wrinkles; without enough elastin, the skin starts to sag and droop.
RF microneedling replenishes both, resulting in new, healthy tissue that is more even in tone and texture. This revolutionary treatment harnesses the body’s natural healing powers to give your skin a beauty boost. It tightens the skin, minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and restores your youthful vitality—quickly and safely.
Call (980) 920-3211 today to schedule a radio-frequency microneedling consultation with Scott Shapiro, M.D. and discover how you can restore your skin’s youthful appearance.
What Is RF Microneedling?
Microneedling is one of the most popular aesthetic treatments available today for a variety of reasons: It’s quick, it’s safe, and best of all, it works.
By pricking the surface of the skin with fine surgical needles, microneedling prompts the body’s natural healing response and stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.
RF microneedling takes traditional microneedling to the next level by delivering focused RF technology to heat the skin. This extra stimulation increases the production of collagen and elastin even more, enhancing and improving results.
Benefits of RF Microneedling
Unlike chemical peels or face-lifts, RF microneedling is minimally invasive, meaning it causes little trauma or stress to the body. This innovative treatment produces remarkable results without large incisions or extensive recovery time. In fact, no downtime is required, although you may experience redness or swelling immediately following treatment. These symptoms usually go away within two to three days.
RF microneedling can treat the following conditions:
- Acne scars
- Fine lines
- Hyperpigmentation
- Loose, sagging skin
- Stretch marks
- Surgical scars
- Wrinkles
RF microneedling treatments can be performed on all skin types, anywhere on the body, anytime of the year.
The RF Microneedling Procedure
When you arrive for your treatment, your skin care specialist will remove any makeup and clean your face before applying a topical numbing cream. After the cream has had time to take effect, your provider will pass a handheld device over your skin. The device contains microneedles that penetrate the skin, creating punctures, or micro-injuries. The body responds to these micro-injuries by generating the production of new collagen and elastin. The number of passes and depth of penetration varies by patient and area being treated.
The full treatment from start to finish typically takes less than an hour. After treatment, your provider will discuss how to soothe and protect your skin in the days that follow.
Most patients require three or four treatments, spaced six weeks apart, with full results seen 12 weeks following the last treatment.
