If you desire a firmer, more youthful appearance without the need for an invasive, surgical procedure, then Morpheus8 by InMode at Peninsula Dermatology and Skin Cancer Surgery Center in Williamsburg, VA, is the treatment for you.
What is Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is a minimally-invasive microneedling with RF procedure that delivers customizable fractional treatments. Similar to the Exceed™ medical microneedling device, Morpheus8 aids in the natural production of collagen. This procedure targets both deep and superficial layers of the skin—the deeper settings contour fat, while the superficial settings can address skin texture and pore size and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and scarring. Morpheus8 is highly customizable, allowing us to deliver excellent results that match your goals.
What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device called a derma roller or a derma pen. Using the derma roller or derma pen, your dermatologist creates tiny, controlled punctures in the skin. These punctures stimulate the skin’s natural healing process and can improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks and other skin imperfections.
Benefits
There are many benefits to choosing this treatment option to tighten and smoothen the skin. Benefits include:
- Stimulates collagen production
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Little to no downtime
- Quick results
What To Expect During Morpheus8 Treatment
While each patient is different, there are a few steps you can expect during treatment:
- Consultation: The first step to treatment is to have a consultation with Dr. Tacastacas at Peninsula Dermatology. We will evaluate your skin and discuss your desired results to determine if this is the right treatment for you.
- Cleaning: Prior to your RF and microneedling session, your skin will be cleaned to remove any oils or makeup.
- Numbing cream: A numbing cream may be applied to the treatment area to reduce any discomfort during the procedure.
- Treatment: Your provider will use the device to deliver RF energy to the subdermal tissue, targeting the deeper layers of the skin. The treatment typically takes 30-60 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area.
- Aftercare: Your provider will provide instructions for aftercare, which may include avoiding sun exposure, using moisturizer and avoiding makeup for a certain period of time. You may experience some redness and irritation, but no serious pain or discomfort.
- Follow-up appointment: Your provider will schedule a follow-up appointment to assess your results and discuss any additional treatments that may be recommended.
Request a consultation with our skilled doctors today if you are interested in Morpheus8 or any of our other cosmetic services at Peninsula Dermatology.