Microneedling is rapidly gaining popularity among those seeking dramatic skin rejuvenation. Also known as collagen induction therapy (CIT,) it stimulates the body’s natural healing process to generate the production of collagen.
At The Medical Clinic New York City, Dr. Nicolas Batty and his team offer microneedling services to address fine lines, wrinkles, and many other skin conditions. With decades of medical experience and board certification in aesthetic medicine, Dr. Batty strives to provide the latest treatments and help his patients look and feel younger, healthier, and more vibrant.
How Does Microneedling Work?
Microneedling is a clinically proven service that creates controlled micro-injuries on the skin. The treatment is performed using a roller pen equipped with fine-precision micro-needles. The pen rolls over the skin, allowing the needles to finely puncture the subdermal layer with minimal injury to the epidermis.
Each needle creates a channel that the body wants to fill in with new tissue, triggering the release of cytokines and other growth hormones that stimulate the production and remodeling of collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin are structural proteins that help create new tissue following an injury, providing the skin with both structural support and flexibility.
Microneedling helps to turn back the clock on a variety of issues, including:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Uneven skin tone and texture
- Sun damage
- Scars
- Stretch marks
Treatments are minimally invasive, virtually painless, and do not require lengthy recovery times.
Microneedling Before & After
These before-and-after pictures depict real patients who demonstrate typical microneedling results (experiences may vary).
Why We Love It​
Microneedling offers a wide range of benefits, including the following:
- It diminishes the signs of aging
- It stimulates collagen and elastin production
- It improves acne scars and stretch marks
- It rejuvenates and repairs skin
- It improves enlarged pores
- It corrects sun damage
- Treatments are painless with little downtime
- It does not cause hyperpigmentation
- It’s safe on all skin types
What Does Microneedling in NYC Cost?
Microneedling costs depend on the treatment area, the number of sessions in your treatment plan, and whether you are receiving microneedling as a stand-alone treatment or in conjunction with other services.
During your free consultation, we will discuss microneedling prices and customize a treatment plan that delivers results and stays within your budget.
Microneedling Side Effects
Individual experiences with microneedling may vary, but most patients experience mild redness or swelling, similar to mild sunburn, following their treatment. These symptoms may last between two and four days, although many patients find that they fade within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, microneedling is safe. Needles may sound intimidating, but microneedling is actually less invasive than many other cosmetic treatments.
Fine micro-needles enable the device to puncture deeply enough to achieve maximum benefits with minimal damage to the epidermis, or outer layer of the skin. This avoids triggering the production of melanin that causes hyperpigmentation, making microneedling safe on all skin types. Furthermore, because microneedling does not damage or remove the top layer of skin, scarring and adverse side effects are unlikely.
Microneedling pain is minimal, and most patients report it to be a painless treatment, although individual experiences may vary. The MD pen uses very fine needles, and a topical anesthetic is applied before the treatment to further ensure your comfort. A clinical study measuring patient tolerance of the microneedling treatment reported that "the needling procedure was not particularly painful," with an average pain rating of 1 out of 10 among the patients.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Want to learn more about the benefits of microneedling? Schedule a complimentary consultation with us at The Medical Clinic New York City today. Call us now at (646) 647-9163.