How bad is the damage from this microneedling? (photos)

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Hello, I had microneedling done and it completely ruined my perfectly smooth skin. My skin was completely smooth, never broke out, no redness ever, no sensitivity, etc. I was talked into microneedling as a preventative measure for “fine lines”. Months later i am stucky with serious lines/striations on my entire face (see photos), uneven blotchy orange pee skin, track marks,etc. It’s easy to tell the microneedling caused it as i have a beard and when i shave it, you can see the difference.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

we recommend you come in for a consultation we will be able to look at your skin and see if you need a treatment of just an aerfiy kit to smooth out your complexion back to what you had or better.

Jamé Heskett, MD · Answer

Hi, 
I’m sorry you have had this experience. This is not a normal result of microneedling by someone with experience using a quality needling device. If this was done with a roller, a roller will rip the skin instead of puncture it and that can damage the delicate facial skin. Perhaps the depth setting for the needling device was not set properly, or that the technique used was not proper for facial rejuvenation. The goal is to puncture the skin, not tear it and to allow rejuvenating solutions to penetrate the skin to assist in healing. Microneedling isn’t really a great choice for someone with perfect skin who wants to prevent wrinkles, It is best to correct damage and rejuvenate aging skin. Better to do good skin care, peels, facials that stimulate circulation, cellular turnover and collagen production. 
I hope that this resolves for you
All the best
Dr. Heskett

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How bad is the damage from this microneedling? (photos)

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