Stafford Skincare - Lichfield
Dr. Anne Ward. Consultant Dermatologist
Dermaroller / microneedling
45 minutes I From £225
Photograph courtesy of www.onlineskinspecialist.com
Dermaroller, Medical Microneedling
Improvement in decolletage after 4th Dermaroller procedure. Photographs courtesy of N. Jackson.
Photograph courtesy of www.onlineskinspecialist.com
The Dermaroller, or MicroNeedling, is a natural treatment that stimulates the skin to regenerate itself without the use of any chemicals or products. Multiple tiny channels are created in the skin using the Dermaroller applicator. This sets off a cascade of self-healing signals in the skin which in turn stimulates collagen production over several weeks.
The Dermaroller can be used to treat fine lines and helps to reduce pore size, resulting in a fresher, younger looking complexion. Treatments last about 45 minutes, with minimal downtime. For some people, one treatment is enough to boost the skin. For others, particularly if there is more sun damage, the best results for skin rejuvenation are achieved with 3 treatments repeated at 6 weekly intervals.
The Dermaroller can also be helpful for acne scarring, but more treatments are necessary. Most people need to repeat the Dermaroller treatment every 2 - 4 weeks for up to 3 months to achieve an improvement in the appearance of the acne scars. Best results for acne scarring often require a combination of treatments, including the Dermaroller, Dermal Fillers, Profhilo and Surgery.
What to expect - Dermaroller
procedure time
45 minutes
how long before the effects are seen
6 weeks for skin rejuvenation, multiple repeated treatments are necessary to improve acne scars
duration of the results
Skin rejuvenation benefits last about 6 months. Improvement in acne scarring may last 1 -2 years, but often requires a combination of treatments to achieve the desired outcomes
after care advice
Avoid applying make-up, excessive alcohol and strenuous alcohol for 24 hours, and restrict sun-exposure for several weeks to reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation
possible side effects
Bruising, milia formation, redness & peeling
number of treatments
The best results for skin rejuvenation are seen after 3 treatments, repeated at 6 weekly intervals. Reduction of acne scars may require repeated treatments every 2 - 4 weeks for up to 3 months. Combination treatments are often needed for acne scarring e.g. Dermaroller, Profhilo, Dermal Fillers, Subcision
anaesthetic required
A topical anaesthetic cream is applied prior to treatment
costs
Prices start from £225 for a facial Dermaroller treatment
exclusions
Inflamed or infected skin, active acne, multiple milia