Microneedling is one of many cosmetic procedures used to improve the appearance of the skin’s surface. While it can often be used for anti-aging purposes by making the skin appear smoother and firmer, it can also be used to treat large pores, stretch marks, and scars. The microneedling procedure is performed using a small, handheld wand with tiny needles on one end that is rolled over the surface of the skin in the area being treated. Due to the size of the wand, it can be used on pretty much any area of the face that can be reached with the needles. As it also treats a variety of skin imperfections, its use can have many different functions on the skin to improve the overall appearance.

It works by pricking the skin with tiny needles, creating micro-wounds. When the body reacts to heal these wounds, it does so by increasing the natural production of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for keeping the skin looking firm, smooth, and youthful. The production of these chemicals in the body naturally declines as we get older. With microneedling stimulating the production of them, the skin can be restored to a younger, fresher version of itself without expensive, invasive, and risky plastic surgery procedures.

Botox and microneedling are two very different procedures that have very different results. The similarity between the two, ends at the fact that both procedures require the use of needles on the skin and that both are temporary solutions. Where microneedling uses small needles on the end of a dermaroller to create micro wounds on the skin’s surface and trigger a natural healing reaction, Botox uses needles to inject a solution under the skin’s surface that temporarily freezes the muscles to prevent the face from contracting. While both are used to help with reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, they work in different ways.

Microneedling is intended to heal the skin’s surface from within by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for keeping the skin looking youthful, smooth, and firm. This will help to smooth out the wrinkles and fine lines by restoring the skin’s elasticity and healing the skin. Botox on the other hand minimizes the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by preventing the muscles from being able to contract, so lines that form when a person smiles, laughs, or frowns won’t appear as the muscles aren’t able to move to form the lines.

Microneedling and microdermabrasion are different procedures that are targeted to different skin conditions. Microdermabrasion is a form of exfoliation performed under the supervision of a certified practitioner. It uses a solution containing a component to exfoliate the skin along with an instrument that has mild suction to help the procedure. This process is used to remove the dead and dull cells that rest on the surface of the skin, with the suction tool helping to clear the exfoliated cells away, while also increasing the circulation in the area.

Skin is left smoother and brighter without the layer of dead cells on its surface. Microneedling creates tiny wounds, not just on the surface of the skin, but also the layers underneath. This causes the collagen and elastin cells to go into overdrive and ramp up production in order to heal the skin. While it is more invasive, it is more beneficial in treating skin imperfections such as stretch marks, acne scars, wrinkles, and fine lines.

Every person’s skin will respond to microneedling differently. It is important to work with a certified practitioner for the best results. The team at Alan Wellness Center has extensive training and knowledge in microneedling, and other anti-aging treatments, to ensure you are satisfied with your final results. Talk to one of our experienced technicians today. We serve patients from Brentwood TN, Nashville TN, Franklin TN, Nolensville TN, Oak Hill TN, Forest Hills TN, Belle Meade TN and surrounding areas.