Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and Fraxel Laser treatments seem to work in a similar manner: they create micro injuries to the skin to stimulate collagen production. Is this correct? It would seem CIT would be the preferred treatment because it does not destroy cells like the Fraxel treatment. I'm interested in knowing CIT effects on acne scars, which I assume are mostly localized collagen loss? Please comment on these assumptions.
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Answer: Fraxel Repair is superior in acne scar treatment
There is no published evidence supporting the long-term safety or efficacy of monthly microneedling sessions for years, but current studies show that most improvement in acne scars and fine lines occurs within the first 4–6 sessions, spaced 4–8 weeks apart, with diminishing returns after add...
For a 68-year-old patient with controlled systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), microneedling is generally the safer choice over Moxi (1927 nm thulium laser) for collagen induction and skin rejuvenation.
Patients with SLE are at increased risk for photosensitivity and post-inflammatory...
Microneedling in the upper eyelid/below brow area does not add significant fullness or volume to treat hollowness; its primary benefit is improving skin texture, fine lines, and mild wrinkles in the periorbital region.
Microneedling, including microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF), has been shown...