Microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure using thin needles

Microneedling is used to treat a variety of skin conditions that cause depressions in the skin such as acne scarring, surgical scars, other scars, burns, enlarged pores, wrinkles, and stretch marks. Microneedling has cosmetic and medical uses.

You might consider microneedling for:

Enlarged pores.

Fine lines or wrinkles.

Loose or crepey (thin and wrinkled) skin.

Mild scars, especially those from acne or burns.

Skin discoloration or uneven skin tone.

Stretch marks.

Talk to your healthcare provider before getting microneedling if you have:

Acne or are taking medication for acne.

Blood disorders or are on anticoagulants (drugs that prevent blood clots).

Cancer and are receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Frequent skin rashes (contact dermatitis) or cold sores.

Keloidal tendency (your skin forms hard, raised scars).

Moles, freckles, skin tags or other growths that change in size or shape or bleed.

Skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.