To find out if you are a good candidate, contact Dr. Joshua Korman to request a consultation at either our San Jose, Carmel, or Mountain View location today.
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What is Microneedling?
Microneedling can fall under a variety of different names, such as dermaneedling, skin needling, collagen induction therapy, or the newly popular term for microneedling +Platelet Rich Plasma combo – the vampire facial. They all have the same goal – natural skin rejuvenation. Dr. Korman uses the Eclipse MicroPen to perform his microneedling treatments.
This procedure can be performed on its own; however, Dr. Korman likes to combine microneedling with Platelet Rich Plasma treatments to provide even better results.
This pen uses state-of-the-art technology to provide flawless results. Microneedling makes a series of microchannel punctures within the epidermis to aid in the correction of lines, wrinkles, discoloration, and more. These micro injuries induce the body’s healing response, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin within the skin to repair the damaged cells. As the tiny injuries heal, the skin will rebuild stronger than before, leaving a firmer, smoother, more youthful appearance.
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma (Platelet Rich Plasma)?
Platelet-rich plasma, otherwise known as Platelet Rich Plasma, is a concentrate of platelet-rich plasma protein that derives from whole blood. Your blood sample is placed into a centrifuge to separate the plasma from the rest of the blood’s components. This concentrated plasma, when placed on the skin, increases blood flow to the designated area and also stimulates collagen production.
Benefits of Microneedling with Platelet Rich Plasma (Vampire Facial)
Combining microneedling with platelet-rich plasma offers even further repair to the skin. The platelet-rich plasma penetrates the skin through the tiny microchannels that have been created through mirconeedling. The Platelet Rich Plasma will, essentially, supercharge the microneedling benefits while also addressing dark under-eye circles and puffiness to provide patients with a more rested, youthful look.
The Eclipse MicroPen Difference
Treatment Areas
Mirconeedling with Platelet Rich Plasma treatments can be performed on multiple areas of the body to provide complete skin renewing results. The most commonly chosen areas that this treatment is performed on include:
- Face
- Neck
- Décolleté
- Arms
- Hands
- Legs
- Abdomen
- Back
Over time, collagen and elastin begin to break down faster than the body can make the needed repairs. As a result, skin begins to sag and wrinkle. The use of the microneedling with Platelet Rich Plasma replenishes collagen and elastin levels and provides numerous benefits to improve the overall quality of skin.
Good Candidates
Good candidates for mirconeedling with Platelet Rich Plasma are men and women who are looking to reverse mild signs of aging and skin degeneration. This treatment is designed to help improve subtle signs of aging. Therefore, patients who have excessive skin laxity and deep wrinkles may be better suited for a surgical procedure such as a face. What this particular treatment does is it gives the skin the added help it needs to restore itself. Patients who have skin that is past the point of self-correction will require a more invasive cosmetic procedure to provide the desired results. Those who are considering this treatment should be in good health and have no underlying medical or skin conditions that can negatively affect the body’s ability to heal itself. Because this treatment stimulates the body’s healing process, the results will not be seen immediately. We ask that patients have realistic expectations for the results and practice patience during the recovery stage.
To best determine candidacy, we ask that patients contact their local office and schedule a consultation today.
This treatment is ideal for all skin tones because, unlike other skin rejuvenating procedures such as lasers, darker skin tones are not a contradiction. Mirconeedling combined with Platelet Rich Plasma is not only for those who are looking to treat damaged skin but also for anyone who is looking for a good “pick me up” for their skin’s tone and texture for a continuous glow. Dr. Korman may recommend additional or alternative treatments depending on the severity of the patient’s case.
Consultation
During the initial consultation with one of our skin experts, the patient will have the opportunity to explain their skin particular skin concerns and what they are hoping to achieve through this mirconeedling treatment. They will then review the patient’s medical history to ensure this is a safe and viable option to meet their aesthetic needs. As the last step in determining candidacy, they will examine the skin within their desired treatment area to identify the concerns and build a treatment plan to help their receive their desired results. The patient will be given the opportunity to schedule their treatment before leaving the office; however, there is no obligation to do so. Almost anyone can be a candidate!
The first step is calling into our office and scheduling to meet one-on-one with Dr. Korman.
The Treatment
Recovery
Results
Results can be seen as quickly as 48 hours after the treatment. The skin may begin to flake during the healing stage; however, this will remedy itself and dissipate on its own. The skin will appear even-toned and smooth, leaving a brighter complexion in only a matter of days! For the best results possible, Dr. Korman recommends that his patients return for recurrent treatment every month. Patients typically undergo four to six treatments to receive the best results.
Cost
Depending on the extent of treatment needed, the cost of a microneedling treatment will vary. The cost of the treatment may also be affected if additional treatments or procedures will be formed in conjunction with the microneedling to achieve the patient’s aesthetic goals. Upon evaluation during the initial consultation, the doctor build a treatment plan designed towards the needs of the patient, through which he will provide the patient with their custom treatment quote. To obtain an individualized quote, please contact the office of Dr. Joshua Korman and schedule an appointment at either the San Jose, Carmel, or Mountain View location.