Microneedling in Grand Rapids, MI

Microneedling is a perfectly safe treatment when performed by a licensed provider in a medical facility like Centre for Pure Skin. As an accredited medical facility, we are required to meet the highest standards of health and safety. The SkinPen® device comes with a single-use, sterile needle cartridge and protective sheath that has been made with your safety in mind. People that are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have some other medical conditions should not receive microneedling. We will discuss your medical history during your initial consultation to ensure that this procedure is right for you. 

Most people will receive at least three initial treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart. SkinPen® microneedling can be part of ongoing skin health measures, so you may find that you’ll want to do another round of treatments once a year or every couple of years. 
 

Because the results of your SkinPen® treatments are tied to your skin’s own natural healing process, it can be slightly different for everyone. Most patients will begin to see the most noticeable results within 6 to 8 weeks following their last treatment. 

The results of your treatments will be the most noticeable for around 6 months following the completion of your treatment sessions. We strongly encourage patients to follow a home care regimen that includes medical-grade skincare products for more dramatic and lasting outcomes. 

When PRP is used during a SkinPen session, the blood is drawn into a small tube, put into a centrifuge, and spun to separate the nutrient-rich plasma from the blood. This plasma is then used in the procedure and is thought to induce a greater healing response for more dramatic and longer lasting results. 

Most patients will receive at least three microneedling treatments with PRP at each session if they choose to include it in their treatment package. 
 

Just like microneedling without PRP, this is somewhat dependent on your own unique body chemistry. However, most patients will begin to see results during the first month following treatment. 

While not technically proven, it is believed that microneedling with PRP can induce a greater healing response, speed up the outcome of the treatment, reduce healing time, and prolong results. This is based on long term applications of PRP in other medical procedures. 

Morpheus8 combines pin tip microneedling with fractionated radio frequency technology. It penetrates a slightly deeper layer of the skin and is intended for patients with more moderate skin concerns such as skin laxity, wrinkles, and scarring. It works by creating controlled pin tip ablations and emitting heat into the deeper layers of skin to trigger the skin’s healing response

Morpheus8 is considered to be a safe microneedling treatment and can treat a wide range of skin types and shades with minimal risk of PIH (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation). As with any medical procedure, there are risks and contraindications that will be discussed at length with each patient before treatment. 

Most patients will look red, feel warm, and could experience some mild swelling following the procedure for a period of about 2-4 days.   

The number of treatments required largely depends on the severity of the issues being addressed and the overall health of the skin. Many patients notice significant improvement after just three sessions, while others may opt for additional treatments to achieve their desired results.

Results may begin to appear within the first few weeks following treatment with the most noticeable results around 12 weeks. 

The long-term results vary based on each individual patient. For those who prioritize their skin health by actively preventing further damage, the outcomes can be enduring. Additionally, providers might suggest maintenance sessions, strategically scheduled to sustain optimal results. We offer patients comprehensive treatment plans designed to support long-term success.