Hi, I have type 4 skin and have acne scars from ~10 years ago. They are mostly on my forehead/temples and are box car/ice pick scars. I have been interested in microneedling (with or without RF) with PRP for CIT to help reduce the appearance of my scars. Microneedling with RF is about twice the cost as traditional microneedling. Would I see more acne scar reduction from the additional traditional microneedling Tx I can afford given my budget (approximately 6 trad vs 3 RF)? Thank you!
November 14, 2021
Answer: Microneedling VS Microneedling RF Acne scars are tough patches of thick and damaged skin. RF Microneedling is more capable than traditional microneedling in addressing scars as the RF energy breaks up scar tissue better than just needle punctures alone. By delivering the RF energy deeper under the skin, RF microneedling allows for safe targeting of the deep dermis without the risk of damaging the skin surface. This allows for effective tightening of the skin and remodeling of scar tissue. Prior to this innovative technology, heating of the deep tissue required energy delivery through the skin surface, which limits the amount of therapeutic energy that could be delivered to the deeper tissues in order to avoid downtime. RF microneedling delivers the energy from the tips of the needles, after they have fully penetrated through the skin surface.
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November 14, 2021
Answer: Microneedling VS Microneedling RF Acne scars are tough patches of thick and damaged skin. RF Microneedling is more capable than traditional microneedling in addressing scars as the RF energy breaks up scar tissue better than just needle punctures alone. By delivering the RF energy deeper under the skin, RF microneedling allows for safe targeting of the deep dermis without the risk of damaging the skin surface. This allows for effective tightening of the skin and remodeling of scar tissue. Prior to this innovative technology, heating of the deep tissue required energy delivery through the skin surface, which limits the amount of therapeutic energy that could be delivered to the deeper tissues in order to avoid downtime. RF microneedling delivers the energy from the tips of the needles, after they have fully penetrated through the skin surface.
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November 14, 2021
Answer: Microneedling RF vs plain microneedling for acne scars There are studies to show that the addition of RF will improve your results. It is hard to put actual dollar amounts on the benefit. I understand your dilemma. Perhaps try one microneedling RF with the additional of TCA Cross on the larger boxcar/icepick scars and then make a decision on your next treatment. Pick a provider that is flexible and will work with your budget. Best of luck.
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November 14, 2021
Answer: Microneedling RF vs plain microneedling for acne scars There are studies to show that the addition of RF will improve your results. It is hard to put actual dollar amounts on the benefit. I understand your dilemma. Perhaps try one microneedling RF with the additional of TCA Cross on the larger boxcar/icepick scars and then make a decision on your next treatment. Pick a provider that is flexible and will work with your budget. Best of luck.
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