Microneedling With PRP

in Scottsdale, AZ

Over time, your tissues begin to break down, causing aesthetic concerns like the presence of wrinkles, fine lines, and uneven skin texture. While this can be frustrating, various cosmetic treatments can rejuvenate the quality of your skin. And one of the most effective of these treatments is microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP).

Microneedling with PRP combines two of the most revolutionary skin rejuvenation therapies to help you achieve results that you can see and feel. This nonsurgical treatment can be used safely on the face and body.

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What Are the Benefits of Microneedling With PRP?

A More Youthful Appearance

Wrinkles, fine lines, and other age-related skin concerns can cause you to look much older than you actually are. Microneedling with PRP is an anti-aging treatment that can effectively minimize (and even eliminate) unsightly creases to help you look younger than you have in years.

Increased Collagen Production

Collagen is the backbone of healthy, youthful-looking skin. Sadly, production of this vital protein diminishes as you age. Both microneedling and PRP are used to stimulate collagen, allowing your skin to look firmer, stronger, and healthier overall.

Improved Confidence

Whether from age-related concerns or other blemishes, not looking your best can cause you to feel self-conscious. By effectively rejuvenating the look and feel of your skin, you can feel more comfortable and confident with how you look.

What Can Be Achieved With Microneedling With PRP?

Clearer Complexion

In addition to age-related skin concerns, women and men experience blemishes and pigmentation issues on their faces and bodies. Microneedling with PRP improves skin to help you achieve a clear and radiant complexion.

Tighter Skin

Regardless of age, many people experience skin laxity. This condition may be the result of life events or lifestyle. However, microneedling with PRP works by stimulating collagen and elastin to give you the tight skin you desire.

Reduced Acne Scars

Microneedling is known for its ability to minimize the look of acne scars. By increasing collagen production and stimulating a healing response, acne scars can be reduced, and smoother skim can be maintained.

Microneedling With PRP Procedure

Consultation

During this appointment, you will discuss your cosmetic concerns, and your skincare specialist will be able to evaluate your condition to develop a treatment plan just for you. You will also be able to ask any questions you may have about the treatment.

Microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure in which dozens of tiny needles puncture the skin to create micro-injuries. These needles can penetrate anywhere from .25 mm to three mm. This process causes cellular regrowth in the body and stimulates collagen and elastin production. Microneedling jump-starts the body into healing itself so that you can enjoy smoother, softer, more blemish-free skin.

Platelet-Rich Plasma

Platelet-rich plasma is naturally found in the blood. This plasma contains growth factors to help your cells heal quicker and stronger than they would without the PRP. PRP also helps promote the regeneration process of soft tissues.

Before the microneedling portion of your treatment, blood will be drawn from your body, and the platelet-rich plasma in your blood will be isolated. During your microneedling treatment, the isolated PRP will be injected into your skin to help you heal more fully from the micro-injuries. This PRP also enhances the production of collagen and elastin in the deeper layers so that you can achieve longer-lasting results.

Concerns

Recovery

There is no downtime required for microneedling with PRP treatments. Most patients can return to work the day following their treatment. It is important to follow your post-care instructions, which includes cleaning and moisturizing your treated skin at least twice a day and avoiding the use of exfoliators. Additionally, during your recovery period, you should stay out of direct sunlight and avoid any activities that may cause excessive sweating.

Scars

Microneedling is used to diminish the appearance of scars. This treatment should not result in any additional marks on the skin.

Pain

Before microneedling, a topical anesthetic ointment will be applied to the treatment area(s). Most patients report feeling little to no pain, and any discomfort experienced is manageable. You may feel some tenderness immediately following your treatment, though this should dissipate within the next 24 hours.

Cost

The cost of your microneedling with PRP treatment in Scottsdale is dependent on several factors, including the number of areas you are having treated and the extent of correction needed. At your consultation, you will be given a cost estimate. At Arizona Plastic Surgery, we are happy to offer our patients financing options.

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Microneedling With PRP FAQs

When will I see my microneedling with PRP results?

You can expect to experience some peeling in the treated areas over the next three to seven days. It is important not to pick at the skin during this process. Once the dead skin is completely removed, you can expect long-lasting and natural-looking results that you can feel proud of.

How long does microneedling with PRP take to perform?

The exact time for your treatment session depends on the extent of your treatment; however, most patients are finished with their session in under one hour.

What skin conditions can be treated by microneedling with PRP?

Microneedling with PRP can safely and effectively correct any number of the following concerns:

Wrinkles
Fine lines
Acne scars
Surgical scars
Stretch marks
Hyperpigmentation
Sun damage
Age spots
Large pores
Sensitive skin

How many treatment sessions will I need?

While you can expect to see a noticeable improvement to the look and feel of your skin after only one treatment, most patients require three to six sessions to achieve optimal results. At your consultation, your skincare specialist will discuss how many sessions you can expect to have.

What other treatments use PRP?

Besides microneedling, PRP is effectively used for hair restoration treatments to help women and men who suffer from thinning hair and baldness.

Verified Realself

Dr. Spies' office is located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, adjacent to the Paradise Valley Cosmetic Surgery Center.

Robert J. Spies, M.D.
5410 N Scottsdale Rd C 100
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Tel: 480-359-1019