MICRONEEDLING

Treatment with the Exceed system is customizable and minimally invasive, suitable for healthy men and women to treat the appearance of facial wrinkles and facial acne scars. In only 4 treatments, 90% of patients saw an improvement in facial wrinkles and 86% of patients showed significant improvement in their facial acne scars. The treatment is welltolerated with minimal pain, discomfort or downtime, all in under an hour.

Before your microneedling appointment, it’s essential to inform your medical provider about any medications, supplements, or skin conditions you have. Avoid using any harsh skincare products or treatments before the procedure. During your consultation, our practitioners will provide specific pre-treatment instructions to ensure the best results.

Patients that are undergoing treatment with the Exceed system should be sure to: discontinue anticoagulant therapy,

Aspirin or high does nonsteroidal anti – inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) for 14 days prior to treatment. If you have a history of cold sores, please inform your Provider as you may need to be pretreated with an antiviral medication.

Discontinue topical retinoids or other skin irritants for a minimum of 3-5 days prior to treatment. Avoid prolonged sunexposure and use SPF 30

Immediately post treatment, the localized pin-point bleeding should subside within 5-10 minutes of treatment. Pain or discomfort may occur with gradual cessation following the treatment. Transient mild to moderate erythema (redness) and edema (swelling) can last for up to 6 days. Other inflammatory responses such as itching, warming, flaking or peeling can occur and will typically subsides within 8 days of treatment.

• Patients should be advised of the expected healing sequence and expected treatment side effects as detailed in the

User Manual’s Clinical Guide.

• Immediately following treatment, cleanse the treated area with sterile NS and gauze.

• Apply Provider’s choice of healing dressing to the treated areas as per standard medical procedure.

• For the first week and until completely healed, cleanse the treatment area with Provider’s choice of gentle cleanser and pat dry, do not rub.

• Avoid wash cloths, harsh irritants, and scrubs until the treated area is completely healed.

• Reapply healing dressing as needed throughout the day. The treated area should be kept as hydrated as possible for one-week post treatment.

• Avoid excessive sun exposure to the treatment area and gently pat in a sunblock of at least SPF 30 or higher at all times for at least one month following the procedure.

• Do not pick at the treated area. It is imperative to let the area heal on its own. If the area is picked at and further interruption of the epidermal layer occurs, this can increase the risk of infection, PIH, and other post procedure complications.

• Patients should be advised to contact their Provider if they have any concerns about how their skin is responding to the treatment or is healing.

The number of microneedling sessions required varies based on individual skin conditions and desired results. Typically, a series of multiple treatments spaced a few weeks apart is recommended for optimal results. During your consultation, our experienced practitioners will assess your skin and develop a personalized treatment plan.

Microneedling is generally well-tolerated. While the procedure involves some discomfort, the application of a topical numbing cream significantly reduces any pain. Most clients report only mild sensations during the treatment.

Microneedling involves minimal downtime. Post-treatment redness and swelling typically subside within a few days. You can resume your normal activities immediately, but it’s crucial to avoid sun exposure until your skin has fully healed.

Microneedling stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, resulting in long-lasting improvements to the skin’s texture and appearance. With proper skin care and maintenance, the results can be sustained over time.

Microneedling is a safe and minimally invasive procedure with a well-established safety profile. Common side effects include temporary redness, swelling, and mild discomfort in the treated area. These effects are typically mild and resolve on their own.