Skin Needling
Treatment Time
Numbing
Discomfort
Recovery Time
Improve fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, stretch marks, acne and other scars, as well as some pigment conditions with the SkinPen micro needling treatment. Micro needling triggers the natural wound healing process of the skin to rejuvenate the appearance of skin.
When you arrive for your micro needling treatment you’ll have numbing cream applied to the area for 60mins. You will wait in one of our private patient waiting rooms during this time. Treatment time can range between 30-45 mins, depending on the size of the area to be treated. So we recommend you allow at least 2 hours for each treatment.
1-3 treatments are usually recommended for optimal results, spaced 4 weeks apart. Results can be prolonged with maintenance treatments every 6 months.
Do not wear make up on the day of treatment, including lipstick, mascara or sunscreen. Avoid taking non-prescription medication that may thin the blood, such as anti-inflammatories, for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Immediately after treatment you’ll be asked to stay and apply an ice pack to the area for at least 10 minutes, to limit risk of bruising.
SkinPen treatments come with an aftercare pack of products to use for the week after treatment, as regular products may contain ingredients that should not be used.
Minimal sun exposure is required for 72 hours after treatment. No sunscreen can be worn for 24 hours after treatment.
- Smoother skin
- More radiant complexion
- Improves appearance of acne scars
- Improves appearance of wrinkles on the neck
- Reduces mild imperfections and signs of aging
How much does skin needling cost?
Face only: $385 per treatment.
Face, neck and decolletage: $535
Add a chemical peel to either treatment for $100
What does skin needling feel like?
Most patient feel a light pressure and a mild buzzing sensation with minimal discomfort. We apply a numbing cream for an hour before treatment, to reduce sensation, and oral analgesics are also offered.
How soon will I see results from my skin needling?
SkinPen skin needling results appear gradually after treatment, meaning it may take up to 3-6 months to see visible improvement from your initial series of treatments.
Who is not suitable for skin needling?
Pregnant and breast feeding patients.
Are there any possible complications from skin needling?
As with every medical treatment, there are risks involved with this procedure, which include but are not limited to:
- Mild erythema and swelling, with mild discomfort – usually lasts 2-3 days
- Minor flaking, dryness and peeling – usually resolves in a few days
- Scabs – usually fall off within a few days
- Bruising of the treatment site – usually resolves within 1-2 weeks
- Injury to small blood vessels – very rare, may cause scabbing and scarring
- Hyperpigmentation – temporary darkening of the skin
- “Tram track” appearance of the skin
- Systemic hypersensitivity
- Redness of the skin – can be persistent so contact the clinic if this occurs
- Acne and milia
- Reactivation of herbes simplex virus – normal, over-the-counter treatments can be used
- Allergic granuloma formation
- Infection – very rare
Our Practitioners
The doctors at Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic are highly trained medical professionals, with a caring and compassionate outlook, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our patients.
Dr. Terence Poon is the medical director of Neutral Bay Laser & Dermatology Clinic. He is a dermatologist and laser specialist. He has trained extensively in Australia and internationally, in the laser-responsive cosmetic aspects of dermatology.
He undertook a fellowship with Dr Jim Walter, who pioneered the use of lasers in dermatology in Australia and who founded our clinic, which was the first full time laser dermatology clinic in Sydney.
Dr Marianne Nolan has been with the clinic for over two decades and is very experienced in all aspects of laser treatments and related cosmetic procedures. Her meticulous record of safety and competence has earned her a huge following of dedicated cosmetic skin care patients, who also enjoy warm, caring manner. She trained extensively with our founder, Dr James Walter, and has attended regular training programmes and conferences in Australia, Europe and the USA. Together with Dr Walter, she is co-developer of our bespoke rejuvenation treatments, the Walter Nolan Multi-Laser Procedures.
Dr Helena Torpinski has been with our clinic for nearly two decades. Her bright and lively manner continues to ensure she is popular with our patients. Helena works as a GP in Newtown when she is not at our clinic and this adds a great breadth of knowledge and understanding to her engagement with patients. She has expertise in all forms of laser and light-based treatments and has a commitment to ongoing education, training and regular conference attendance.
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