Tighten skin, reduce large pores, and minimize acne scarring
Offering both traditional microneedling with SkinPen and Morpheus8 RF microneedling, the Med Spa at Claytor Plastic Surgery can help you achieve your best complexion yet!
Microneedling creates hundreds of microscopic punctures in the skin, which initiates a “wound healing” response in the body. The result is improved skin texture and firmness, decreased acne scarring, and reduction of large pores and visible stretch marks.
What is Morpheus 8 RF microneedling?
For patients looking for more dramatic results, we also offer RF microneedling with Morpheus8. Morpheus8 combines radiofrequency energy (RF), which heats deeper skin layers, with microneedling to remodel the skin from the inside out. Morpheus8 uses cutting-edge technology to improve signs of aging and tighten the skin, and it is a treatment of choice to enhance facial rejuvenation results.
Meet Shannon O’Brien, Medical Esthetician
Medical esthetician Shannon O’Brien has nearly 20 years of experience offering luxury medical spa services. Whether you need a relaxing facial or expert help with skin concerns like acne or wrinkles, she is here to help you achieve your best skin ever with treatments like chemical peels, microneedling, and laser skin resurfacing.
“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Shannon! From the moment I walked into the office, I knew my skin was in the best hands. She takes the time to truly understand my skin’s needs and always customizes treatments to help me achieve the best results. Her knowledge, expertise, and attention to detail are UNMATCHED. Shannon’s integrity and passion shine each appointment and anyone who she treats knows what I mean. My skin and I would be lost without her professional guidance. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about your skin and well-being, look no further than Shannon. She is the best of the best.”
—5-Star Google Review*
What are the benefits?
Softens fine lines and wrinkles
Improves mild skin laxity
Diminishes scars and stretch marks (including acne scars)
Reduces enlarged pores
Improves rough, uneven skin texture
Correct pigmentation irregularities
Boosts collagen and elastin production for overall improvement in skin’s health and appearance
Which areas can be treated?
Microneedling with or without RF is highly effective and versatile. We can also incorporate this treatment with nearly every face and body procedure!
Face, Neck, and Chest: We use Morpheus8 RF microneedling treatments to preserve and maintain a smoother, toned skin appearance alone or after after facial procedures.
Body: Microneedling fades stretch marks, minimizes scars, and improves skin tone and texture on the arms, knees, thighs, abdomen, or any other treated areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Morpheus8 RF Microneedling is an excellent option to improve skin texture, tone, and health after surgical and non-surgical procedures. And with any cosmetic procedure, you should consult a facial rejuvenation expert to ensure this treatment will enhance your desired procedure’s results.
Yes, Morpheus8 RF microneedling is safe for all skin types and tones. We tailor each treatment based on your skin tone and concerns. Historically, patients with darker skin tones must carefully vet skincare treatments to avoid adverse side effects, such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Morpheus8’s advanced technology (especially when used by expert providers) has a much smaller risk of causing pigmentation changes than other skin rejuvenation treatments.
If you have active acne or skin conditions such as rosacea, we recommend treating those conditions before undergoing RF microneedling treatments.
Treatments can take anywhere from 20-60 minutes, depending on the area/areas you are having treated. For example, face treatment typically takes from 20-30 minutes.
To allow the skin to fully heal and complete its collagen production increase, microneedling can be done once every 4-6 weeks. At Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery, we recommend at least three SkinPen microneedling treatments for collagen building and 3-6 treatments to lessen scarring; with RF microneedling, fewer treatments may be needed to achieve results.
From there, maintenance is highly recommended, with medical-grade skincare and occasional treatments. This works to counteract your continuing decreasing collagen production.
Your skin will appear red and flushed after your microneedling session, almost as if you have a mild sunburn. The degree of redness will correlate to the number of passes over the treatment areas and the depth setting for the needle penetration. Your skin will feel dry and it may peel.
Your redness will take a day or so to resolve. There may also be some slight swelling and your skin will feel tight for a day or so. It’s optimal to schedule traditional microneedling as an after-work procedure because by the next morning most of the redness will have passed, or for RF microneedling, you may choose to schedule before the weekend. You don’t have to restrict your activities at all after microneedling.
We’re Here For You!
If you are considering plastic surgery, we encourage you to schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Brannon Claytor today. He’ll provide you with a personalized surgical plan based on your goals, answer your questions, and help you understand everything that the surgery will entail.
