Is Microneedling Painful?

During the microneedling treatment, a topical numbing cream is used, so you should be pain-free. You will feel the rubbing sensation of the pen, but it will subside quickly.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Your number of appointments depends on the size of the surface area being treated. In general, you should get at least three to five microneedling treatments that are spaced out every four to six weeks. Due to the nature of the treatment, your skin needs ample time to heal between treatments. For the average person, that will be around the one-month mark.

How Long Until I See the Results?

You’ll likely notice some immediate improvements after your first treatment, but you should get the recommended cumulative treatments for best results. If you choose the three—to five-treatment pack, your results will be noticeable at the six-month mark. The length of the results also depends on your target goal. For instance, in the case of burn scars, you may need to wait between six months and a year to achieve your desired results, whereas for cellular turnover and tissue rejuvenation, the results might be noticeable in as little as two to three weeks.

Can I Combine Microneedling with Other Procedures?

Absolutely! Our patients who have received microneedling in West Hollywood have combined it with a chemical peel or a hydrafacial. If you are interested in combining procedures, we suggest that you bring this up during your initial consultation with Dr. Motykie so that he can include your ideas as he crafts your treatment plan.

What Are the Risks Associated with Microneedling?

Microneedling is considered a low-risk procedure. However, there are still risks associated with it. Some are listed below: Damage to blood vessels Infection Nerve damage Pain and redness Peeling Possibility of Bruising and bleeding Possible scarring Skin irritation If you are experiencing an unexpected reaction, please call our office immediately so we may help and try to resolve the condition.

Beverly Hills

Microneedling

Introduction to Microneedling

Also referred to as Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), microneedling is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that is FDA-approved for the treatment of aging and damaged skin. Microneedling produces microscopic channels in the dermis to stimulate the body’s natural wound-healing mechanisms and the production of collagen, allowing for optimal skin cell renewal and producing a thickening of the skin by up to 80 percent. This helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars, and hyperpigmentation (skin darkening). Although there are numerous microneedling products on the market, Dr. Motykie is pleased to offer microneedling treatments with the SkinPen™, as this product has a proven track record of consistently producing exceptional, long-lasting results. If you are interested in learning more about microneedling in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles area, please read below.

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What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is ideally suited for patients who wish to revitalize and refresh the appearance of their skin but are not quite ready for harsh, ablative therapies, laser skin resurfacing, or cosmetic surgery. This gentle anti-aging therapy boosts collagen production to facilitate natural skin renewal while simultaneously resurfacing the skin to enhance its texture, making it tighter, and reducing wrinkles, fine lines, scars, and sunspots.

Microneedling with PRP (Add-On)

Microneedling with PRP is a combined procedure that makes the results of microneedling more efficient. First, the practitioner will draw a blood sample and then spin it in a centrifuge to obtain the PRP (platelet-rich plasma). PRP is plasma, which has a higher density of platelets than other components of the blood. It is used to help speed recovery and repair as it contains proteins, including growth factors and cytokines, which help skin tissue repair itself.

After the practitioner uses the SkinPen to prick the skin, they will then apply PRP to these microholes to encourage collagen production and cell reproduction.

What Are the Benefits of Microneedling?

Our patients who have received a treatment of microneedling in West Hollywood at Motykie Med Spa have enjoyed long-lasting results and visible results. Some other benefits are listed below:

Non-invasive
Works on all skin tones and complexions
Reduces pore size
Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
SkinPen™ can be used on the thighs and abdomen
Low recovery downtime
Chemical-free and natural procedure
Long-lasting results
There is no visible demarcation line between treated and untreated skin.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Microneedling?

The best candidates for Microneedling in West Hollywood and the surrounding Los Angeles Area will have some of the following characteristics:

Have acne
Have fine lines and wrinkles
Have hyperpigmentation
Have scarring
Have stretch marks
Have sun damage
Looking for low recovery downtime
Looking for non-invasive treatment
No underlying medical conditions
Realistic expectations

Your Microneedling Journey with Dr. GARY MOTYKIE

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting microneedling in Los Angeles at Motykie Med Spa is to schedule an in-person consultation with board-certified Dr. Motykie. During your appointment, Dr. Motykie will speak to you about your medical history, current medications, aesthetic goals, and expectations. It is important to be open with your history because some past treatments and medications, such as certain acne medications or topical retinoid prescriptions, can interfere with the effectiveness of the microneedling procedure. Dr. Motykie will then examine your target area and recommend if microneedling is indeed the best way forward for you.

If you both decide it is, Dr. Motykie will craft a treatment plan for you. Our patient coordinator will be able to schedule your treatment based on the plan, help you with pricing options, and share any pre and post-operative instructions with you.

What to Expect on the Day of Microneedling Treatment

On the day of your microneedling treatment in West Hollywood, Dr. Motykie and his staff will receive you, get you settled in the treatment room, and go over your plan once more to ensure you have no further questions or concerns.

Once all is confirmed, the practitioner will begin by applying a topical analgesic to numb the skin and keep you comfortable. Once the numbing has taken effect, the practitioner will move the SkinPen™ across the target area, making fine microscopic punctures. If you have chosen to get the PRP add-on, your blood would have been drawn, and the plasma readied ahead of this part of the procedure. Then, the PRP would be injected into the micropunctures.

The procedure is finished once the pen has been moved over the target area for the desired duration. On the microscopic level, the skin has been triggered to increase its collagen and elastin production, leading to rejuvenated skin. If the PRP add-on has been chosen, the platelets will help speed up this process.

On average and without complications, a microneedling treatment can last between five minutes to an hour.

Microneedling Recovery

For the first three to seven days after your microneedling treatment, your skin may feel tight, warm, or rough and take on a reddish hue (like a mild sunburn). Most patients observe firmer, smoother skin and improvement in the appearance of scarring and skin discoloration after a series of three to five microneedling treatments spaced at four-week intervals.

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How Much Does Microneedling Cost in Los Angeles, CA?

The cost of microneedling in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles area will vary depending on multiple factors, including the strength of treatment needed, the size of the target area, and the practitioner’s fees. The fastest way to determine your procedure cost is to schedule your consultation with Dr. Motykie so you can get your treatment plan. A patient coordinator can then price out your treatment for you.

Why Choose Motykie Med Spa?

Motykie Med Spa’s founder, Dr. Gary Motykie, is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon who is highly skilled in breast surgery, body contouring, rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, and numerous other cosmetic surgical procedures. He should be your choice for your microneedling. With about 50% of his practice consisting of revising surgeries from elsewhere, Dr. Motykie believes in performing safe, effective plastic surgery that focuses on “doing it right the first time.” Dr. Motykie has spent the past 10 years dedicated to designing an integrative approach to health, wellness, nutrition, and surgery to evolve his practice beyond the current standards.

Motykie Med Spa allows patients to experience the combined benefits of pre and post-surgical non-invasive treatments that can optimize results and lessen recovery time. Dr. Motykie believes that “Medical aesthetic treatments should be about improving a patient’s overall health and beauty from the inside-out.” In 2008, Dr. Motykie also formed a non-profit charity called The Healing Curve, whose primary mission is to help patients who do not have the means to repair acquired physical deformities from birth, cancer, trauma, or prior unsuccessful surgery. Dr. Motykie continues to present his work around the world, appearing on numerous televised programs to discuss a wide variety of plastic surgical topics. Dr. Motykie is affiliated with the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (FASPS), the American College of Surgeons (FACS), the Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons (LASPS), the International College of Surgeons, United States Section (FICS), the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons (ASMS), the International Confederation for Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS).

Microneedling FAQ’S

Your number of appointments depends on the size of the surface area being treated. In general, you should get at least three to five microneedling treatments that are spaced out every four to six weeks. Due to the nature of the treatment, your skin needs ample time to heal between treatments.

For the average person, that will be around the one-month mark.
You’ll likely notice some immediate improvements after your first treatment, but you should get the recommended cumulative treatments for best results. If you choose the three—to five-treatment pack, your results will be noticeable at the six-month mark.

The length of the results also depends on your target goal. For instance, in the case of burn scars, you may need to wait between six months and a year to achieve your desired results, whereas for cellular turnover and tissue rejuvenation, the results might be noticeable in as little as two to three weeks.
Microneedling is considered a low-risk procedure. However, there are still risks associated with it. Some are listed below:
- Damage to blood vessels
- Infection
- Nerve damage
- Pain and redness
- Peeling
- Possibility of Bruising and bleeding
- Possible scarring
- Skin irritation
If you are experiencing an unexpected reaction, please call our office immediately so we may help and try to resolve the condition.

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