Microneedling: Things to consider
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Microneedling: Things to consider
Are you considering microneedling? The procedure may be used for treating acne scars and other skin conditions. But as with any cosmetic or medical procedure, it is important to do your research first.
Microneedling is a procedure where small needles are used to make small holes in the skin. The needles are embedded in a microneedling device.
Consider the risks and benefits
Microneedling can be an appropriate skin treatment when performed by a health professional using a suitable microneedling device. But the procedure has risks too.
Skin redness is common after microneedling, which may last for several days. You should also take extra care to protect your skin from the sun in the days following the procedure.
Microneedling can have other risks, such as scarring or infection. These risks are greatest if microneedling is attempted at home or in any other place without supervision by a health professional or appropriate hygiene controls.
Research the device
The risks and benefits of microneedling are affected by needle length. Needles that penetrate deeper into the skin may have greater benefits but also come with greater risks.
A microneedling device or procedure is generally higher risk if it:
claims to treat any skin condition, such as acne scarring, and/or
claims to penetrate the skin.
If a microneedling device or procedure makes one or both of these higher risk claims, it must be included on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG). If you have any doubts or concerns, you should seek advice from a health professional.
Seek advice from a health professional
Seek advice from a health professional to find out if microneedling is right for you.
Health professionals who specialise in treating skin conditions (dermatologists) are well suited to performing microneedling procedures and providing advice about your skin.
Adapted from article originally published by the TGA www.tga.gov.au (2019)
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