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Micro Needling References

May 24, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Microneedling, Dermapen Practitioner Reviews, FAQ's No comments yet

Fernandes D. Percutaneous collagen induction: an alternative to laser resurfacing. Aesthet Surg J 2002;22:315-317. Gold MH. Update on fractional laser technology. J Clin Asthet Dermatol 2010;3(1):42-50. Metelitsa AI, Alster TS. Fractionated laser skin resurfacing treatment complications: a review. Dermatol Surg 2010;36:299-306. Chan HL, Manstein D, Yu CS, et al. The [...]

Fractional Dermabrasion Versus Fractional Laser Therapy

May 23, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Microneedling, Dermapen Practitioner Reviews, FAQ's No comments yet

Most aesthetic medical devices operate on the principle that controlled wounding of skin and underlying tissue will cause a healing response, stimulating neocollagenesis and the creation of healthier-looking skin. Fractional laser therapy is the controlled creation of patterns of microscopic wounds in the skin via laser, each surrounded by islands [...]

Dermapen For Acne Scars

May 23, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Microneedling, Dermapen Practitioner Reviews, FAQ's No comments yet

Acne is a common skin condition among teens with possible extension into or onset during adulthood. The active disease may affect quality of life, but it is sequelae such as scarring that seem to be the culprit behind most negative emotional impact associated with the condition. Thus, treatment of acne [...]

Micro needling and melasma

May 15, 2013 Eric Gardner FAQ's No comments yet

Melasma is a common skin pigment disorder of women between the ages of 20 and 50. Causes of melasma include sun, ultraviolet exposure, pregnancy, oral contraceptives, and certain drugs. Clinically, melasma is characterized by irregularly shaped hyperpigmented areas of a beige or brown color. These areas usually occur on areas [...]

Micro needling on the lips

May 8, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Microneedling, Dermapen Treatment, FAQ's No comments yet

The lip may be treated with the Dermapen set at 0.25 mm depth. The area adjacent to the lips may be treated with a Dermapen set to a depth of 0.5 to 1.5 mm. It is advised that a downward motion is used on the upper lip and an upward [...]

Micro Needling For Neck – Micro Needling Neck Before And After

May 6, 2013 Eric Gardner Creative, Dermapen Microneedling, Dermapen Treatment, FAQ's No comments yet

Fractional dermabrasion (or microneedling) has been used for the treatment of aging skin of the neck. After two sessions of microneedling, analysis of photos, degree of irregularity on silicone rubber microrelief impressions, and ultrasound images demonstrated improvement in 90% of the subjects (Fabbrocini et al, 2011). See Micro Needling Neck [...]

Micro needling on psoriasis

May 5, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Microneedling, FAQ's No comments yet

The use of fractional dermabrasion fro psoriasis is currently being studied by DermaPen LLC. Find certified Dermapen microneedling professionals Dermapen® Microneedling Devices are exclusively sold to Medical and Skin Care Professionals. Use the form to the right to get started finding a Certified Dermapen® practitioner in your area. Enter your [...]

Dr. Mike Johnson – Dermapen Medical Director

March 4, 2013 Eric Gardner Dermapen Practitioner Reviews, FAQ's No comments yet

Micro Needling Mike Johnson, M.D - Dermapen Review" />Derma Pen, LLC announced today that Dr. Mike Johnson has joined the company as Medical Director for its Dermapen products. Mike Johnson M.D. trained as a neurologist at the University of Minnesota. After postdoctoral training, he pursued neuroscience research in Parkinson’s disease [...]

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March 3, 2013 Eric Gardner FAQ's No comments yet

Dermapen Logo and Marketing Materials can be found in our Dermapen Practitioner Portal , Dermapen has a marketing team standing by to help with any request

Does Skin Needling Really Work ?

March 1, 2013 Eric Gardner FAQ's No comments yet

Does Skin Needling really work – a large body of literature has explored the effect of skin needling, micro needling, or collagen induction therapy for a variety of skin pathophysiology. Skin needling has been found to be effective in remodeling scaring from burns, trauma, or acne. It has been successfully [...]