RF Microneedling in McKinney

The combined power of RF energy and microneedling helps reduce signs of aging and promote a clearer complexion. The microneedles and RF heat work together to provide a unique skin rejuvenation service that helps many patients rediscover youthful skin.

Each device uses microneedles to create micro-injuries in the outer layer of the skin. As the device passes over the treatment area, the needles puncture your skin, which stimulates the skin’s natural healing processes. Depending on the chosen device, these needles penetrate at different depths, leading to increased collagen and elastin production. Both of these proteins are key to skin health, resulting in firmer, smoother, and more youthful skin.

As the microneedles puncture the skin, they also emit radiofrequency to heat tissue deeper than needle insertion. The controlled heat from radiofrequency travels down to the lower layers of the skin to further stimulate collagen and elastin production. Additionally, RF energy encourages new skin cell production and helps tighten, tone, and improve the integrity of your skin.

Since each device is equipped with a unique number of needles, your specific skin concerns and the treatment area help Dr. Ralston choose the correct device for you.

In order to determine how many microneedling treatments you need, you meet with someone from our team of professionals for an in-depth consultation. Then, Dr. Ralston examines your skin and asks about the concerns you want to target with RF microneedling in McKinney.

Our providers find that patients need at least 3 RF microneedling treatments to achieve smoother, more evenly textured skin. Depending on your specific concerns, the number of treatments can vary.

If you have superficial concerns, such as fine lines and wrinkles, you will likely need 3 treatments. If you have skin concerns in the deeper layers of the skin, such as scarring, you might need more than 3 treatments to reach your goals.

Dr. Ralston uses AgnesRF, Scarlet SRF, or Exion RF microneedling to effectively target visible skin concerns, while promoting healthy cellular regeneration on a deeper level. With each of our devices, microneedling and radiofrequency provide rejuvenating effects on various parts of the body.

With RF Microneedling in McKinney, we can improve the appearance of:

• Fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen and elastin production to tighten and strengthen the skin.
• Scarring from acne or injuries by promoting cellular renewal and new tissue growth.
• Stretch marks as RF microneedling stimulates the skin’s natural healing process to help tighten and rebuild skin.
• Large pores by promoting growth of new, healthy skin cells from the micro-injuries.
• Skin texture and skin tone as the process stimulates collagen and elastin production to heal and retexture facial tissues.
• Skin laxity, or mild-to-moderate sagging, by increasing collagen and elastin fibers, which help strengthen and tighten the skin.

If you struggle with any of the above, RF microneedling might be an ideal solution for you. Dr. Ralston and our team members help you find the best cosmetic dermatology services during your in-depth consultation.

No, this treatment is not suitable for patients with active acne. However, RF microneedling can improve the texture and appearance of acne scarring. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, the microneedles and controlled heat from the RF energy strengthen, smooth, and rebuild facial tissue. RF microneedling can reduce pore size and help prevent future breakouts.

If you are searching for an acne-reducing treatment for active acne, ask our experts about IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy. We use the Lumenis M22 Stellar IPL to address your acne concerns. The light treatment can reduce acne-causing bacteria and help control oil production to reduce acne breakouts.

Each of the 3 devices we use for RF microneedling requires no medical downtime. However, you might experience some social downtime. Patients should expect some redness and mild swelling, similar to having a sunburn, after their session. Over the next few days, your skin could peel and scab as it heals.

Although you might want to stay inside for 3 to 5 days, you are free to return to your daily activities right after treatment. This makes RF microneedling in McKinney highly sought-after, as patients experience deep skin rejuvenation without surgery or lengthy downtimes.

Dr. Ralston and the team provide you with detailed post-care instructions that include how to keep the skin protected during the healing process to optimize results.

After your RF microneedling session, our experts recommend:

• Applying moisturizer to the treated area
• Wearing sunscreen when outside
• Avoiding tanning beds and direct sunlight for at least 2 weeks
• Refraining from picking at any dryness or scabbing and allowing them to shed naturally

Generally, patients can expect to notice improved tightening and tone after their first session with treatment targeting shallower tissues. For deeper tissue imperfections, such as areas of thick skin or scarring, initial results may be subtler at first.

In the weeks after your sessions, your skin heals itself by producing new collagen and elastin proteins. Many patients find that their results improve over time. They see the complete results of RF microneedling in McKinney around 4 to 6 weeks after completing the recommended 3 sessions. You can expect your results to last 6 to 12 months.

Although the natural aging process continues, your results can last up to a year with healthy habits in mind. Living a healthy lifestyle, treating your skin with care, and scheduling maintenance appointments for RF microneedling can sustain your results.

To keep your skin looking youthful after RF-microneedling, we recommend:

• Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
• Wear sunscreen daily, even on cloudy days. Protecting your skin from the sun helps reduce the risk of wrinkles, fine lines, and sunspots.
• Use the right products on your skin. Dr Ralston recommends medical-grade skincare.

If you need guidance on skin health best practices, talk to Dr. Ralston and our team. We can help craft a skincare regimen to keep your skin healthy and protected.

When you choose Dermatology Center of McKinney for your RF microneedling treatments, you’ll sit down with Dr. Ralston to determine your candidacy. He uses his expertise in dermatology to decide if RF microneedling is right for you.

Dr. Ralston might not recommend RF microneedling if you:

• Have an active skin infection, psoriasis, eczema, or severe rosacea
• Have a pacemaker or electronic implants
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Take blood thinners or Accutane

But not all hope is lost—as Dr. Ralston can work with you to assess other concerns like skin infections, eczema, and rosacea before committing to RF microneedling in McKinney. As a board-certified dermatologist and accomplished dermasurgeon, he helps his patients achieve optimal skin health through medical and cosmetic dermatologic care.

Yes, RF microneedling is a highly versatile treatment that is safe for all skin types and tones.

Since RF energy works within the deep layers of your skin, it leaves the superficial layers, or the layers you see, unharmed. Unlike traditional laser treatments and various skin rejuvenation techniques, radiofrequency does not harm superficial melanin. This makes RF microneedling suitable for everyone.

RF microneedling can provide skin tightening and promote radiance for those with light and dark complexions.

Since we offer different RF microneedling devices to meet your needs, we can target dull skin and signs of aging almost anywhere on the body. RF microneedling in McKinney can often target any of your concerns, even in delicate areas.

Many common treatment areas include:

• Face, neck, chest, and hands to reduce wrinkles, loose skin, and age spots. We can use RF microneedling to promote a youthful appearance even on delicate areas of the face and neck.
• Abdomen and midsection to reduce the appearance of stretch marks and diminish localized fat.

If you have skin concerns such as wrinkles, fine lines, or sagging skin, and are not sure if RF microneedling is the best option for you, our team can inform you about our devices so you can make the best decision.

At Dermatology Center of McKinney, we prioritize patient comfort. During your consultation, we discuss what you should expect from the treatment and how to best prepare.

Before we begin RF microneedling in McKinney, we cleanse the skin and apply a topical anesthetic so you have a tolerable experience.

You might feel some warmth and pressure from the RF energy, while the microneedles can feel prickly. If there is anything our providers can do to make your experience more enjoyable, please let us know. We value your comfort and safety and take all measures to ensure you have an enjoyable experience.