Radio frequency microneedling, Tampa.
Has currently become one of the most demanded aesthetic treatments. Many causes have favored that this has happened;
Firstly, the effectiveness in the final results achieved by this treatment modality; with an optimal level of satisfaction in the highest percentage of patients who have undergone radiofrequency treatments with microneedles.
To this we must add that currently most patients expect results with minimal or no downtime.
RF provides the utmost precision and sophistication for both the provider and the patient.
Improving many of the concerns of patients, from fine lines and wrinkles in the buccal, mandibular, periorbital and submental areas, to old scars, it also offers improvement of eye bags and body areas with skin damage due to aging.
What is microneedle RF?
The MediCruz system has between 25 and 50 short and thin microneedles that penetrate to a certain depth of the skin, which is planned with millimeter accuracy by the system; producing microscopic lesions in the skin, which stimulates the body to trigger cell regeneration.
In addition to the mechanical damage it produces in the superficial and middle layers of the skin, RF also use radiofrequency technology, which heats the skin and helps to tighten it.
The heat, which is emitted in a controlled and programmed manner by the device, causes collagen remodeling and thus creates a controlled injury to promote elastin cells to regenerate, smooth and tighten the elastin fibers of the skin.
What are the benefits of RF microneedling treatments performed at MediCruz?
RF microneedling offers superior configuration options to other microneedling devices on the market for the same uses.
MediCruz equipment allows for high energy treatments without sacrificing the patient experience. More energy and versatile settings mean higher quality, customizable results.
Visible results can be seen almost immediately and will continue to improve over time as neocollagenesis occurs.
The best results can be seen between 5 and 8 weeks after treatment. RF microneedling is used to help eliminate fine lines, improve wrinkles, alleviate stretch marks, reshape areas of acne scarring and surgical scars. It also produces improvement of pigmentation caused by the sun.
How the Radiofrequency treatment with microneedles is performed at MediCruz
When performing a procedure such as radiofrequency microneedling, the most important thing is to choose a certified professional who has experience in this treatment modality.
MediCruz is a clinic that has the advantage of offering other treatment modalities that enhance the results of RF microneedling, such as PRP and Botox treatments. We must also be confident that the treatment is performed in a clean and sterile environment.
There are a few things to consider before performing a microneedle RF treatment, such as receiving Botox or injectables two weeks before or after the treatment, or not taking an NSAID such as Advil one week before the procedure.
On the day of the procedure, the skin is cleansed before applying a local anesthetic agent, which is left on for about an hour.
The skin is then cleaned again and disinfected with alcohol before starting the procedure. The duration of the treatment will depend on the surface area of the site being treated, the treatment can last from 15 minutes to an hour.
Is there recovery or downtime radio frequency microneedling in Tampa?
The categorical answer is No.
After the radiofrequency microneedling process, it is normal to feel a slight sunburn and observe the skin of the treated area reddened and swollen, with visible marks of the microneedle penetration (small red dots), this can last approximately 24 hours.
The patient can use cold packs for the first 24 hours after the treatment to aid in a quick recovery.
It is recommended that after treatment, no make-up should be worn for at least 48 to 72 hours to prevent bacteria from spreading under the skin and exercise for up to 72 hours
. If there is a history of cold sores on the skin prior to treatment, taking antiviral medications may be best to prevent any reactivation or stimulation of cold sores after treatment.
Is radiofrequency treatment with microneedles safe?
It is considered a completely safe treatment, approved by the FDA. In each treatment new sterile tips are used, contained in individual packages and in sterile conditions.
Rejuvenation using radiofrequency microneedling does not impose the risk of controlled chemical burns. This treatment uses heat instead of potentially harmful chemicals.
The mechanical damage produced by the penetration of the needles and the thermal damage associated with radiofrequency are effectively controlled by the operator, which reduces the occurrence of adverse effects.
Radiofrequency with microneedles is preferred by most because it is minimally invasive.
Let’s compare microneedle RF with its closest competitor. Microneedling with Radiofrequency vs. Dermapen
RF with microneedles, refers better results than using only a Dermapen. Dermapen, also known as DP, is also a less attractive option because it irritates the top layer of the skin; causing even more redness and results in a longer recovery time than RF with microneedles.
In Dermapen treatment, the needles do not go deep enough to generate the aesthetic improvement that is achieved with microneedle RF.
The damage that occurs in the skin using PD is of a mechanical type due to the penetration of the needles. RF with microneedle, on the other hand, allows the addition of thermal damage in a controlled manner, stimulating the all-important collagen.
Our microneedle RF equipment allows for a customized approach, with control of all the variables involved in the treatment, from the depth of the needles to the duration and power of the thermal stimulation.
Microneedle technology is also preferred, as it is of minimal risk and still produces highly effective results.