How do I know if microneedling will cause volume loss in my face?

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My gf had 3 RF microneedling treatments and says it made her look worse due to volume loss- is this a thing? She had 3 treatments 6 weeks apart with an extremely reputable provider. It’s been 6 months now. I don’t see any difference at all but she says she feels that she has lost volume in her face. Is this possible? If so, why?Is there any way I could know if this might happen to me if I tried the treatment?

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

Microneedling does not cause volume loss if anything it  helps collagen production although not significantly. You may want to consider volume replacement with fillers or fat.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

its very rare that this would occur, and if pictures were taken it would be evident, but years I have been studying devices and doing these treatments and never seen this., sculptra would be prevenative going forward and I would suggest laser + microneedling and not microneedling RF If she truly feels there is an issue.  Make sure you do proper skincare after treatment as this plays a role in the amount of collagen produdction (see link) long-term and cosmelan/enlighten peels are best between treatemnts to get even better results.

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