Virginia Beach

Microneedling

Introduction

Introduction to Microneedling

Microneedling is a popular, minimally invasive cosmetic treatment that prompts the body’s natural healing process, promoting cell turnover and replenishing dull, textured skin, resulting in a smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance. When paired with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), microneedling can enhance soft tissue repair, resulting in truly healthy skin.

The Carney Center offers both microneedling and microneedling with PRP cosmetic treatments to patients in Virginia Beach. Read on to learn more about the benefits of each treatment and how they promote healthy, glowing skin!

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that stimulates collagen production for brighter, firmer skin. It tightens and contours the skin on the face, neck, and body by creating tiny channels in the deepest layers of skin, stimulating the body to produce collagen. Patients choose microneedling treatments to exfoliate their skin and brighten its appearance. It has also been shown to minimize enlarged pores, decrease the appearance of scars, improve facial texture, reduce sun damage, minimize wrinkles, and create fresher, tighter-looking skin.

Microneedling with PRP

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments utilize the body’s natural healing process by drawing a vial of the patient’s blood, separating and purifying the plasma, and then re-injecting it back into the skin. PRP treatments are proven to accelerate the healing of soft tissues. When paired with microneedling, this cosmetic treatment reduces the appearance of minor blemishes and creates fresh skin faster and more effectively.

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What Are the Benefits of Microneedling?

Microneedling and microneedling with PRP are highly effective and safe cosmetic treatments. This gentle yet effective treatment refreshes your skin, making it smoother and more beautiful without any downtime. The Carney Center offers microneedling treatments for the following benefits:

  • Improved collagen and elastin production, leading to firmer, tighter skin
  • Smooth skin texture
  • Reduction in the appearance of minor blemishes from acne scarring or sun damage
  • Softened appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Minimized pores
  • Minimally-invasive procedure
  • Relatively little downtime for recovery

Who Are the Best Candidates For Microneedling?

The Carney Center recommends that patients in Virginia Beach try microneedling or microneedling with PRP if they have some of the following skin conditions:

  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Irregularities in skin texture
  • Minor blemishes such as scarring
  • Sun damage

Because microneedling and microneedling with PRP utilize the body’s natural healing properties, they are safe for patients of all skin types and tones.

What’s the
first step?

To learn more about microneedling and whether it can benefit your specific skin conditions, please schedule a consultation at The Carney Center in Virginia Beach. Your aesthetician will meet with you to review your medical history, assess your skin, and provide recommendations for a range of skin care treatments that can address your concerns. If microneedling is an appropriate treatment for your skin care needs, you will receive a customized treatment plan designed to address your specific skin concerns and skin type. You may begin this treatment on the same day or schedule it at a later time with a member of our patient care team.

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What to Expect on the Day of a Microneedling Treatment

During your microneedling treatment, a numbing cream will be applied to the face to minimize discomfort. If you choose microneedling with PRP, your blood will be drawn, and your plasma will be purified for re-injection. Your aesthetician will then guide the microneedling device over your skin, carefully covering the target areas discussed during your consultation.

Microneedling Recovery

One of the key benefits of microneedling and microneedling with PRP is that minimal recovery is required, allowing you to return to your normal routine immediately after the procedure. Patients are advised that their skin may feel tender or raw following their treatment. This is normal and should resolve temporarily. Any discomfort can be mitigated with an ice pack or over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen.

How Much Does Microneedling Cost in Virginia Beach, VA?

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The cost of Microneedling in Newport News and Virginia Beach will depend on the type of microneedling procedure elected, the extent of the treatment area, and the number of treatment sessions required to deliver the best results. To understand the pricing of your specific microneedling treatment plan, please schedule a consultation at The Carney Center.

The Carney Center is pleased to offer our patients a variety of payment options, including all major credit cards, personal checks, and Care Credit. Financing allows you to start your treatments immediately and pay for them over time with convenient monthly payments that fit easily into your budget. Now, you don’t have to save up for years to get the treatments you’ve always wanted, finally!

Why Choose the Carney Center?

For over 30 years, Dr. Martin J. Carney has been delivering high-quality cosmetic surgery in Hampton Roads. Dr. Carney trained at some of the finest medical universities in the country and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to certify plastic surgeons. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).

Dr. Martin J. Carney’s son, Dr. Martin Carney III, is a fourth-generation surgeon. He offers a wide range of aesthetic surgery with a particular focus on the face. He strives for perfection in all aspects of his cosmetic practice to help patients achieve their goals.

Dr. Martin Carney III grew up in Virginia Beach, VA, and returned home to join his father, Dr. Martin J. Carney, in practice and serve the community. After attending high school at Norfolk Academy, he went to Tulane University on an academic scholarship where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He remained at Tulane University School of Medicine for his medical school, obtaining another academic scholarship.

Following a research fellowship at the prestigious Penn Plastic Surgery program, Dr. Carney III spent six years in an integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Yale University, a premier training program. There, he learned state-of-the-art techniques in aesthetic surgery.

Dr. Carney III has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles and multiple book chapters, and has presented at national aesthetic and plastic surgery meetings across the country. He serves as a peer reviewer for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Staying up to date with the literature, Dr. Carney III brings the newest and most innovative techniques in plastic surgery to his practice.

Dr. Carney and Dr. Carney III have hospital privileges in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital. Their father-son practice at The Carney Center ensures patients benefit from institutional knowledge and the latest innovations in plastic surgery.

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Patient Reviews

  • Outstanding Care

    Received outstanding care at the Carney Center beginning at the front desk, to the nurse and especially Dr. Carney. Everyone is very professional and they are so efficient; never had to wait more than 5 minutes to be taken to a treatment room. I highly recommend this practice!!!

  • Results I always wanted

    I’ve had lip filler and two breast augmentations done by Dr Carney III, after seeing another surgeon. Dr Carney III was able to give me the results that I have always wanted! Dr Carney is a perfectionist, he took the time to listen and answer all of my questions no matter how repetitive they were.

  • You won’t find better

    I have been a patient at The Carney Center for over 25 years. You will not find a better plastic surgeon in our area. From facial rejuvenation to skin care they do it all and do it well!

  • Natural Look

    Dr Carney and his staff are excellent. Dr. Carney’s surgical skill creates a natural look for his patients. You look better but not overdone! Great care is taken for your comfort, and his nurses are exceptional.

Schedule Your Consultation

Microneedling is a highly effective cosmetic treatment for all skin types and textures. To receive a customized microneedling treatment plan, please schedule a consultation at The Carney Center in Virginia Beach. You may fill out our online booking form or call The Carney Center in Virginia Beach at (757) 481-4455.

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