Micro-Needling
MICRO-NEEDLING
Micro-Needling
What Is P.I.N.?
Percutaneous induction needling also referred to as PCIT, Percutaneous Collagen Induction Therapy...A.K.A Micro-Needling, or Automated Micro-Needling P.I.P is a method of introducing a controlled wound into the skin triggering a release of natural growth factors, new collagen & elastin. This process causes much less damage to the epidermis than Dermal rolling or lasers and other ablative treatments, which helps to protect the new skin cell growth providing for quicker healing and a much higher success rate for overall and longer lasting results.
What Is Automated Micro-Needling?
Automated Micro-Needling (also known as Percutaneous Collagen Induction Therapy or PCIT) is a new innovation in aesthetic medicine for the treatment of fine lines, acne, scars, and improvement of the skins' overall appearance. During this procedure, tiny needles are used to create controlled mico-injuries to the skin in order to produce collagen and elastin. The skin's repair process results in a thicker dermis with the appearance of softer wrinkles. Automated Micro-needling also creates superficial micro-channels which allow topical serums, and creams to be absorbed more effectively into the skin. Collagen P.I.N is the most advanced medical-grade automated micro-needling device on the market. Click below and let us help you find a collagen P.I.N provider in your area today.
How is a Collagen P.I.N Different From The Dermal Needling Rollers Of The Past?
Micro-needling rollers are the previous generation of needling devices. One of the many drawbacks is that Dermal Rollers have a fixed needle or penetration depth (I.E. 9.5mm) which is not very conductive when treating an area like the face which requires different depths due to the thickness of skin tissue. Which varies in depth tremendously depending on the area being treated. Therefore, having a fixed needle depth or penetration level is a huge drawback when trying to customize a treatment for consistency. Collagen P.I.N has an adjustable needle depth that allows your skin care provider to vary the depth of penetration throughout the entire treatment. This will allow the medical provider to properly address the specific needs of thinner skin on your lower eyelids. Crow's feet, and forehead. Additionally where the tissue is thicker in other areas like the upper lip, cheeks (due to fat pads), neck and decolletage, the necessary adjustments can easily be treated with 1 needle tip instead of 5 or 6 needle rollers.
How is a Collagen P.I.N Different From Lasers
When used correctly resurfacing lasers can be a great tool for treating aging skin. However, lasers use focused light to produce heat that destroys certain colors of pigment and vaporizes skin. This is great for targeting dark spots but often leads to complications when treating patients with naturally darker skin. Collagen P.I.N breaks up pigment mechanically and remodels the collagen without heat or the light. When the heat is removed from the process, it makes for a much safer, more comfortable, more consistent treatment. No heat also equals less downtime! Most collagen P.I.N, * patients have a healthy pink glow immediately after the procedure, which lessens dramatically within 24 hours or less. Most patients are back to work the same day and out to dinner the same evening and experience little to no down time.
How Is The Procedure Done?
A sterile needle-tip containing 12 or 24 tiny micro-needles is attached to the collagen P.I.N, * Your skincare professional will apply a thin layer of topical serum to your skin and select the appropriate treatment depth based on your unique needs. Next, in a single motion, the collagen P.I.N will be gently glided across the skin in one direction until the entire treatment area has been covered. This results in thousands of microscopic channels throughout the entire treatment area.
PRP
Natural Dermal Fillers Using Platelet Rich Plasma
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is fast becoming one of the most useful natural treatments for rejuvenation throughout the body. Most recently, PRP's benefits in aesthetic medicine have been discovered and the long list of its benefits continues to grow.
Cosmetic Fillers are a popular way to rejuvenate the face, lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improve scars. While there are several great filler products on the market, PRP offers a truly organic alternative with faster results. Since the pateint's own blood is used to rejuvenate their appearance. Using PRP also alleviates the risk o allergic reaction of skin sensitivity.
The procedure helps restore or enhance areas which require volume. PRP can be used for the following:
- Diminishing the glabellar lines. Also known as the number 11 sign between the brow
- Diminishing Forehead Lines
- Improving the appearance of periorbital lines. Also known as crow's feet
- Diminishing Nasolabial Folds
- Reducing Smile Lines
- Treating Acne Scars
- Improving the vertical lip lines, also known as lipstick lines
- Improving the marionette lines (the ones from the corners of the mouth to the chin)
PRP contains growth factors which stimulate the body to repair and restore tissues using the body's own natural processes. With this technique, you can rejuvenate the skin by isolating elements from the blood which can then be injected below wrinkles, folds, and even acne scars.
The benefits of PRP as a cosmetic filler is the ability to help your skin heal faster, no allergic reaction and faster skin rejuvenation for a longer period of time.
