Dermapen in Denizli: Collagen Renewal with Microneedling

Microneedling is a method that dermatologists use to treat many different problems. It draws on the skin's own power to repair itself: a small, controlled injury is created, and as the skin heals this injury it renews itself. Dermapen is the electric form of this method, with standardised settings.

How Does Microneedling Stimulate Collagen?

The micro-channels that the fine needles open in the skin draw wound-healing factors and growth factors to the treated area. These substances drive local tissue repair, collagen production and the correction of a damaged collagen structure. Collagen is the protein that plays the most important part in keeping the skin taut and smooth.

In areas with wound, burn, surgical or acne scars, the collagen is irregular and damaged. Microneedling starts a kind of rebuilding in this tissue; the scar looks softer and the overall quality of the skin improves.

What Is the Difference Between Dermapen and a Dermaroller?

A dermaroller is a cylinder-shaped tool covered with microneedles that is rolled across the skin. Because the needles enter and leave the skin at an angle, there is more friction on the surface. Dermapen, on the other hand, pushes the needles into the skin vertically, at a set speed and depth.

This makes it possible to work deeper while causing less damage to the skin surface, and to get a more even result. The needle depth can be set between 0.5 and 2.5 mm according to the treatment protocol; we work superficially on thin areas such as around the eyes and more deeply on acne scars.

What Conditions Is Dermapen Used For?

• Acne scars and marks left by spots
• Fine lines
• Enlarged pores
• Loss of skin elasticity
• Stretch marks (striae)
• Skin renewal and rejuvenation
• Local skin laxity on areas such as the neck, chest and inner arms
• Hair loss treatment, together with mesotherapy or PRP

In hair loss, Dermapen helps the substances given with hair mesotherapy or PRP treatment reach the scalp more effectively. For skin that needs more marked tightening, gold needle RF treatment, in which radiofrequency energy is added to the needles, is also an option.

Which Serums Are Used in a Dermapen Session?

The micro-channels opened during treatment make it easier for active ingredients applied to the skin to pass beneath the surface. We choose the serum according to what your skin needs: for signs of ageing, collagen-stimulating serums containing hyaluronic acid, peptides or vitamins are applied, and for pigmentation, brightening active ingredients. For other options suited to your type of pigmentation, see pigmentation treatment.

How Is Dermapen Treatment Done, Step by Step?

1. A local anaesthetic cream is applied to the treatment area and left for about 20 minutes.
2. The skin is cleansed and disinfected; a sterile cartridge for you alone is fitted to the device.
3. Dermapen is moved across the skin area by area at the chosen depth. This takes about 15 minutes.
4. The chosen serum is applied to the skin and left on for a while.
5. Finally, a soothing cream and sunscreen are applied.

What Does the Skin Look Like After Dermapen?

Straight after treatment the skin looks pink and feels slightly warm, as if it had been in the sun. Over the next few days there may be dryness, tightness and mild redness; fine flaking can also be seen. During this time you need to moisturise your skin, use sunscreen every day and pause acid and retinol products for a few days. You can return to work and social life without difficulty.

How Many Dermapen Sessions Are Needed?

Depending on the problem and the structure of the skin, Dermapen is planned as 3 to 6 sessions at two-week intervals. Because collagen production builds up over weeks, the result also becomes clearer gradually through the course. For deeper problems such as acne scars and stretch marks, the number of sessions moves towards the upper end.

If you have recently taken isotretinoin or you take a blood-thinning medicine, you need to mention this at the examination; we adjust the timing of treatment accordingly.

Dermapen in Denizli: Your Session Plan

At the first appointment in Denizli we examine your skin and assess whether the problem is one that Dermapen can address. We set the needle depth, the serum to be used and the number of sessions individually for you. To see Spec. Dr. Tuba Çelebi Kayhan, you can call to book an appointment.