Is Skin Needling, Percutaneous Collagen Induction Effective?

Hi Lola, I have seen impressive before and after photos of patients treated with the CIT roller, particularily for the troublesome vertical wrinkles of the upper lips.  It can be used for the entire face as well. Good luck and be well. Dr. P

For anyone to evaluate a technology or methodology, the study design needs to be fully understood. I could not find any peer review articles on the above topic. A doctor can have their findings published in various periodicals but that would be more anecdotal evidence vs scientific fact. Just looking at your description, retrospective studies are weak evidence especially when making claims for wrinkle reduction. Patient opinions are nice but there are many objective ways to demonstrate... more

I have not heard of this before. I assume you are implying stimulation of skin using needles to produce more collage. It does not seem logical. I would stay away from it. The risks can be scarring or color change in the skin. Regards