Jazzi Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine

If you’re looking for a treatment that offers multiple benefits in one session, Microneedling might be a great fit for your needs. Jazzi Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine offers Microneedling as one of many aesthetic treatments that can help men and women in Philadelphia, PA to feel great about their skin. Microneedling can be used with a variety of products that can be absorbed by the skin, so it is great to target a variety of skin concerns.

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Microneedling

A procedure that uses multiple tiny, sterile needles to puncture skin & stimulate the wound healing process

Improves

acne scars (atrophic scars) & hypertrophic scars (raised scars)
fine lines & wrinkles
reduction in appearance of large pores
uneven pigmentation
general texture irregularities
uneven skin -stretch marks
rosacea
skin laxity
skin rejuvenation

How does it work?

Trauma to the skin increases cell turnover and collagen production

Collagen keeps skin looking youthful, firm, smooth, and with a stretchy texture
As we age collagen production begins to decline in the skin contributing to wrinkles & aging

Who can have this procedure?

Trauma to the skin increases cell turnover and collagen production

Anyone! All skin types!

*Do not perform in the presence of active skin infection/irritation

Prep

Avoid retinol/benzoyl/salicylic acids & chemical peels 1 week prior.
Must be at least 2 wks post microdermabrasion.
Apply numbing cream 45 min prior.

Aftercare

Wear sunscreen
Skin protectant ointment on day of treatment (Aquaphor, Petroleum, Jelly, Bacitracin)
Redness for several hours to 1 day
No downtime
Cleanse skin twice a day with mild soap
Use mild moisturizer

Microneedling Procedure:

Cleanse topical numbing from skin with makeup removal wipe & alcohol prep
Attach needle head to microneedling pen
12 needle (for scars)
36 needle (skin rejuvenation)
Place blue plastic protector wrap over microneedling pen
Adjust depth on microneedling pen
Desired effect is pin prick bleeding to treated skin
Typically lower depth for forehead (0.5-1.5cm), deeper depth for cheeks (2-2.5cm)
Use topical gliding agent (Hyaluronic Acid or PRP) on skin to assist movement of microneedling pen & injection of gliding agent into skin
1 pass

Patient Education:

Wear sunscreen
Skin protectant ointment on day of treatment (Aquaphor, Petroleum Jelly, Bacitracin)
Redness for several hours to 1 day
Cleanse skin twice a day with mild soap, use mild moisturizer
Retreatment can occur every 2 weeks

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Provides a concentration of growth factors and proteins that capitalize on the healing process at a cellular level.

Uses

Natural rejuvenation process of skin & keep skin youthful
Improve fine lines & wrinkles
Hair rejuvenation
Used as a gliding agent for PRP

PRP Collection Procedure:

Supplies: 4 yellow top tubes needed, Butterfly needle & vacutainer, Tourniquet
Assess patient for a vein for blood draw
Cleanse skin/vein site with alcohol prep, allow 30 sec to dry -Insert butterfly needle, bevel up, stop upon blood return
Collect 4 yellow blood specimen tubes to indicated line -Invert tubes 5-10 times
Release tourniquet
Remove butterfly needle, place gauze pad over insertion site and apply pressure

Hyaluronic Acid (HA)

Is naturally produced by skin cells. Acts as a magnet for water helping the skin to retain moisture. When the skin is hydrated increased cell production takes place.

Uses

skin hydration
reduces fine lines & dullness

CBD Oil

CBD is one of the naturally occurring compounds found in cannabis plants–It belongs to a class of molecules called cannabinoids and is actually the predominant cannabinoid in hemp. CBD oil is made from extracting the CBD from the hemp plant.

What skin conditions can CBD oil target?

Acne – diminish breakouts and reduce redness due to CBD oils anti-inflammatory properties
Anti-aging and wrinkles – reduce the visible signs of aging skin by reducing free radicals
Sensitive skin

How does CBD oil benefit the skin?

Helps fight wrinkles from the inside out
Acts as a powerful antioxidant– reduces free radicals and protects collagen production
Reverses aging by exhibiting antiinflammatory properties, relieving stress, and improving blood circulation.
Relaxes the body and mind and improves the quality of sleep, which gives the body an opportunity to remove toxins and regenerate body cells.