3 microneedling treatments. Can I use bleaching cream on the hyperpigment spots in between the course of treatment?

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After my sessions are finished, does microneedling offer a permanent solution to treating these very minor scars or do I need to have follow up/maintenece treatments? Will the scars reappear if I don't? What would a permanent solution be for a darker skin individual?

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

Microneedling offers a permanent solution to scar improvements with multiple treatments.  We tyically recommend 4 treatments spaced several weeks apart and then once a year for further improvement.  Microneedling is very effective in darker skin individuals, more so than laser treatments.  The risk of post-hyperpigmentation is much lower.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Micro needling can help lighten the appearance of scars, which will typically take additional treatments to achieve your desired goal. The scars should not reappear, but could get darker if exposed to sunlight for long periods of time. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.I hope this helps.

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