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?
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May 23, 2020
Answer: How do I know if microneedling will cause volume loss in my face?
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There is a common misconception about this issue. RFM heats tissue to 65-70C for milliseconds. HA fillers (Restylane products) are heated to 115-120C for 15-20 minutes to sterilize them. It is impossible for the RFM to affect the HA filler and I will often do both at the same visit. Other ...
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