Microneedling in Tucson, AZ

When home skin products aren't effective, but you aren't ready for surgery, learn more about nonsurgical skin rejuvenation treatments, like microneedling. Our skilled aesthetic team is pleased to perform microneedling (collagen induction therapy) with the advanced SkinPen® technology within our Tucson, AZ office. Microneedling with SkinPen uses multiple fine needles to effectively and safely make micro-injuries in the skin. The micro-injuries trigger the body's natural production of elastin and collagen, two nutrients that enhance the overall health and appearance of your skin. Additionally, microneedling may help reduce pores, stretch marks, and scars. Make an appointment for a consultation at Rao Plastic & Hand Surgery to learn more about the benefits of microneedling and ways to customize the procedure for your skin concerns and goals.

Microneedling in Tucson, AZ at Rao Plastic & Hand Surgery provides a range of effective benefits to revitalize the health and appearance of your skin, including:

• Improves multiple skin issues
• Reduces lines, wrinkles, and signs of aging
• Firms and tightens the skin
• Boosts collagen and elastin production
• Diminishes skin discoloration, imperfections, spots, and more
• Reduces scars, stretch marks, and acne scars
• Softens rough texture
• Shrinks large pores
• Treatments are quick and easy
• Recovery time is short

It is possible you could be a candidate for microneedling if you have light or mild complexion issues, like rough skin texture or low elasticity. Microneedling treatments may also reduce the look of stretch marks, scars, and pores. You must be willing to wait before seeing improvements from your microneedling procedure since the elastin and collagen require time to have an effect on the complexion, but you will have results that look natural and gain healthier, stronger skin.

A microneedling with SkinPen treatment is performed in a treatment room in around 30 – 60 minutes with local anesthesia or numbing cream if requested; however, patients generally feel mild or no pain and discomfort. The skin being treated will be cleaned before the SkinPen microneedling handpiece is passed evenly over. After treatment, a moisturizer selected for your skin type will be massaged in along with UV protection because the treated skin will be more sensitive after the procedure.

You might have mild redness and swelling for around a day; however, this should fade naturally. It can take around 1 – 2 months as the elastin and collagen supply increases until you see significant changes in the appearance and health of your complexion. You should plan to get around 4 – 6 follow-up treatments every 4 – 6 weeks for optimal results and long-term skin health.

How much does microneedling cost?
In your consultation, Dr. Rao will analyze your skin and then create your unique treatment plan. Once this is done, he will talk about your treatment costs and what to expect during the procedure. Rao Plastic Surgery frequently has specials on treatment packages, so be sure to ask about current deals in your consultation.

What exactly is microneedling?
Collagen induction therapy or microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment to improve the health of your skin. A natural fibrous protein, collagen helps keep your skin smooth, supple, and firm. Over time, your stores of collagen are reduced and your skin becomes thin and loses elasticity. Microneedling creates small skin wounds. These micro-injuries cause your skin to generate new skin cell growth and increase collagen production. Once healed, your complexion appears healthier, firmer, and brighter.

Can I combine other treatments with microneedling?
In the microneedling process, channels are made that make it easier for treatments to reach the deeper layers. That's why microneedling is often combined before other skin treatment, like special serums or PRP (platelet-rich plasma). During your initial consultation, Dr. Rao will talk about which treatments would enhance your microneedling and which best fit your skin goals.

Improve the appearance and health of your skin with microneedling treatments at Rao Plastic & Hand Surgery in Tucson, AZ. A minimally invasive procedure that may give you dramatic improvements, microneedling prompts your natural production of collagen for smoother, firmer skin. Make a consultation with our aesthetic team to learn more about this procedure and other skin improvement treatments.