Is skin needling treatment for acne scar removal effective?

Posted by radiancemedispas on January 25th, 2017

If you have a severe case of acne, then your dermatologist may have probably suggested that skin needling as the best treatment for acne. Are you worried what this procedure is and how it is done? Don’t worry, read on to know more about how this acne scar removal treatment works. 

What is skin needling?

Skin needling or collagen induction therapy is one of the latest medical advancements that is used to treat severe acne scars. Suitable for all types of skin, this treatment also reduces fine lines and wrinkles on the face. 

Where can it be done?

Collagen induction therapy can be safely done on the face, neck, and hands. 

How is this acne scar removal treatment done?

First the skin is cleaned using Microdermabrasion, if necessary. Then a numbing cream is applied on the affected areas to reduce discomfort and pain during the procedure. This will take about 20 to 30 minutes. Surgical grade stainless steel needles are used to create channels of micro injury. This micro injury stimulates the body’s natural collagen and elastic production. The collagen network closes the scar to give you a smooth skin surface. This minimal invasive technique could be slightly painful for those with sensitive skin. 

How long does the treatment take?

The treatment can be completed in less than an hour. However, you may have to go a little earlier to prep the skin for the treatment. You may have to stay for approximately two hours in the clinic for the treatment procedure. 

What are the side effects?

There are minimal side effects of this treatment. That’s why, it is considered to be one of the best treatments for acne. You may have mild swelling, peeling, or bruising for up to 48 hours after the treatment. Other than that, you may not have any major problems. If you take up the acne scar removal treatment in a reputed skin clinic, then you don’t even have to worry about skin infections or related problems. 

When will the results appear?

After you take up the skin needling treatment for acne scar, it will take a couple of days for the swelling and bruising to subside. In the first week after the treatment, you will see some skin peeling. You don’t have to worry as the dead skin is actually the acne scar remains. You can see visible results in 6 to 8 weeks as the body’s natural collagen works to fill up the scars.