How micro-needling helps with surgical scars
- The Mbar Medspa
- Apr 1, 2025
- 1 min read
Micro-needling can be a helpful treatment for surgical scars by stimulating the skin's natural healing process. Here's how it works:
Collagen Production: Micro-needling involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. This triggers the body's wound-healing response, which includes the production of collagen and elastin. These are essential for skin repair and can help improve the appearance of scars by making them less noticeable.
Improves Texture: Micro-needling can break down fibrous tissue within the scar, helping to smooth and soften the texture. Over time, this can make scars appear less raised or indented.
Reduces Pigmentation: If the surgical scar is hyperpigmented (darker than the surrounding skin), micro-needling can help by promoting skin regeneration and evening out skin tone.
Enhanced Absorption of Topical Treatments: After micro-needling, the skin is more receptive to topical treatments like serums or oils, which may contain ingredients such as vitamin C or retinol. These can further help to improve the appearance of scars.
Gradual Improvement: While results vary depending on the severity of the scar, micro-needling generally leads to gradual improvements over several sessions. It's typically recommended to have multiple treatments spaced several weeks apart to achieve optimal results.
It’s important to note that while micro-needling can help with scars, it may not completely erase them, especially in the case of very deep or old scars
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