What is Dermapen?

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Among skin rejuvenation applications, **Dermapen treatment** is becoming increasingly popular due to its advantages and its safety. Comments from those who have undergone Dermapen express their happiness and satisfaction. Your Medical Aesthetic Doctor, Dr. Lida Çiteli, has explained everything you want to know about the Dermapen application.

Dermapen is a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment procedure chosen to address and treat skin problems by increasing collagen production. As our skin ages, the production of collagen, the most important building block of our skin, begins to decrease. This leads to the thinning of our skin over time. The micro-needling method triggers the formation of new skin cells. Ultimately, we achieve a younger and more homogeneous appearance. It is an extremely effective method for eliminating wrinkles on all skin types, improving the appearance of scars, and shrinking pores that widen over time. Dr. Lida Çiteli, a leading name in medical aesthetics, has explained everything you are curious about regarding this topic, as questions such as "Dermapen before and after, Dermapen reviews, benefits and harms of Dermapen" are frequently asked these days.

When is the Dermapen Procedure Applied?

The Dermapen procedure is performed to rejuvenate a person's skin. It not only rejuvenates the skin but also allows us to regain the collagen ratio we lost due to various reasons. If we need to list the situations where Dermapen application is used:

• To restore the skin's lost elasticity
• To reduce the appearance of scars
• To eliminate fine lines and wrinkles
• To eliminate dark spots on the skin
• Alopecia treatment
• Enlarged pores
• Stretch marks on the skin

Dermapen is applied in situations such as these.

Benefits of Dermapen Application

We can talk about various benefits of the Dermapen procedure, but its most fundamental benefit is its effect on increasing collagen production in the skin. Collagen is the most essential protein that makes our skin look young, firm, and smooth. As we age, collagen production and amount decrease. This causes our wrinkles to become increasingly prominent. An increase in the amount of collagen in our body means our skin is rejuvenated. The effect of Dermapen treatment on scars and acne scars is also known. It is possible to break down hardened scar tissue with micro-needles. This allows the tissue to heal.

Who is Dermapen Suitable For?

The Dermapen procedure is a method that can be applied to almost any adult. However, micro-needling is not recommended for people experiencing the following issues:

• Active acne
• Combination skin type
• Active skin infections
• Active cold sores
• Keloid scars
• Eczema
• Scleroderma
• Fungal infection
• Breastfeeding period
• Pregnancy period
• Collagen vascular diseases
• Psoriasis
• Immune system suppression

In addition to all these, it is important for people who use blood thinners to share this situation with their doctors. This is because the risk of bleeding is higher in people who use blood thinners. Another point we should mention is that the application may give better results on people with darker skin tones.

How is Dermapen Applied?

The Dermapen application is completed in approximately 15 to 20 minutes. If local anesthesia needs to be applied first, this period may be slightly extended. Micro-needling technology is used during the Dermapen application. Although Dermapen is a dermo-cosmetic procedure, it is also a medical procedure. Therefore, it should be applied by expert physicians under clinical conditions.

Before the application, anesthetic creams are applied, and then the procedure begins. Tiny needles are applied to your face by your medical aesthetic doctor with a pen-shaped device. These micro-needles create small holes under the skin. Afterward, a soothing serum is applied.

It takes some time to fully see the results of the Dermapen application. For the most effective results, the average session duration is three to six sessions. Depending on the situation, intervals of two to six weeks are required between each session. With micro-needling, both collagen and elastin amounts are increased. If we were to classify the stages of the application:

First Stage: Cleansing

First, dead skin cells, dirt, makeup residue, or dust on your skin need to be thoroughly cleaned. This allows the needles to penetrate the skin tissue more effectively.

Second Stage: Treatment

The treatment phase is the stage where the micro-needling procedure takes place. Tiny channels are opened for 20 to 30 minutes in the determined areas using vibrating micro-needles.

Third Stage: Masking

After the treatment is applied, a type of cooling mask is applied to the person's skin.

Fourth Stage: Skin Moisturizer

The last stage of the Dermapen application is to moisturize our skin. To get the maximum benefit from the Dermapen procedure, it is very important to maintain the skin's moisture.

Things to Consider After Dermapen Application

Dermapen is an application with low and limited risk of side effects. However, irritation may be observed on the person's skin after the Dermapen procedure. Side effects such as redness, bruising, peeling, swelling, or dryness may be observed. Effects such as pigmentation changes and infection may occur as a reaction to topical medications given after treatment. Therefore, you should regularly use the creams your doctor prescribes without interruption. The more problematic your skin structure is, the longer your recovery process may be.

It is quite normal for some small redness to occur after the Dermapen application. These rednesses decrease within the first 24 hours and disappear spontaneously. You may feel sensitivity when you touch it. After 3 days, these side effects disappear, and healing is largely achieved.

Many people can start wearing makeup within a few days after the procedure. However, we recommend you be more careful, considering that your skin structure will be more sensitive than usual. Apart from this, you must protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun and apply sunscreen.

Again, we would like to emphasize that you should not apply any acidic products to your skin during the week the procedure is performed. In people who have had cold sores before, the Dermapen application may stimulate your cold sore again. However, oral anti-viral medications that your doctor will give you for the first week will prevent this possibility.

What are the Benefits of Micro-Needling Application?

Skin tightening, lifting effect, wrinkle reduction, collagen induction, removal of sun damage… It provides significant improvement in your skin tone, and creates a reduction in your enlarged pores, which is a visible result even after the first session. However, for definite results, it is recommended to complete 4-6 sessions at four-week intervals.

• Significantly reduces the appearance of wrinkles.
• Stimulates and re-triggers collagen production.
• The needles used do not cause allergic reactions, so they are extremely safe. In addition, disposable needles are preferred to minimize the risk of infection.
• Aids in the penetration process of active ingredients.
• It is a minimally invasive method and allows you to feel less pain.
• Improves hyperpigmentation and scars on the skin.
• Minimizes enlarged pores.
• Can treat the entire body, including sensitive skin.

Dermapen Side Effects

Dermapen is a highly beneficial and reliable skin rejuvenation treatment. However, although rarely seen, some possible side effects can be mentioned. These include:

• Irritation or allergic reactions
• Swelling, redness
• Infection
• Pain and itching
• Tissue changes

If such side effects occur or do not go away on their own, you should consult your doctor directly.

Dermapen Application Prices

The prices and costs of Dermapen treatment, which should be performed by a specialist medical aesthetic doctor or dermatologist, vary from person to person and according to the application area. It is not correct to specify an average price. For detailed information on prices, you can contact us.

Most Frequently Asked Questions About Dermapen Application

Is Dermapen Treatment Safe?

Yes. We can say that Dermapen treatment is completely safe. Especially the micro-needling application, which does not damage the skin's natural barrier but only penetrates the outer layer of the skin and stimulates collagen production, is both an effective and safe method. The outer layer of the skin heals quickly within a few hours and returns to its completely normal state within the first two days.

How Deep Does Dermapen Penetrate?

How much penetration Dermapen will perform is determined by the desired result. Medium-level penetration is sufficient for those who want to eliminate sun damage and light scars with Dermapen. Medium-level penetration is also used to improve skin texture and tone. In cases where Dermapen is used to eliminate acne scars and heal stretch marks, it needs to penetrate deeper.

When Will the Results of Dermapen Treatment Start to Be Seen?

Many patients feel a visible effect and see improvement in their skin tone and texture after a single micro-needling procedure. The full effects of this skin rejuvenation and revitalization application appear within a few weeks after the treatment session. Continuous improvement in skin appearance is achieved after the sessions.

What Should Be Considered Before Dermapen Application?

Drinking plenty of water and adopting a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables in the week before Dermapen treatment prepares your skin for the application. Good skincare before the procedure is also among the recommended preparations.

What is Applied to the Face During Dermapen Application?

After the Dermapen procedure is completed, a serum is applied to the application area to soothe the skin. A cold compress is applied for 15 minutes, or cold masks that will also soothe the skin can be applied. After the treatment, we see that the skin turns pink. This means a kind of sensitivity. It is beneficial to stay away from makeup products until this sensitivity passes.

Crusting After Dermapen

Crusting may occur on the skin after the Dermapen procedure. We use soothing creams to eliminate this crusting. However, it should be noted that such effects will disappear on their own within one or two days.

Can Dermapen Be Done on a Botoxed Face?

Since the face has undergone a procedure before, Dermapen treatment may have some disadvantages. The reason for these disadvantages is the possibility of serious bleeding in the area after the Botox application.

Does the Dermapen Application Hurt?

Topical anesthesia is applied about half an hour before the treatment to ensure it is completely painless. If the patient has excessive sensitivity on their skin, anesthetic creams are used.

How Many Times Does the Dermapen Pen Puncture the Skin?

The Dermapen pen has the capacity to create thirteen hundred micro-holes in one second. This number of holes is sufficient to stimulate elastin and collagen production without damaging the normal functions of the skin.

What is the Difference Between Dermapen and Dermaroller?

Dermapen treatment is generally less painful. The recovery time is shorter. This means that Dermapen is a more comfortable treatment option. For these reasons, it is preferred more.

Can Dermapen Be Done at Home?

The skin is a sensitive tissue. Therefore, we would like to state that trying such applications at home is dangerous. The most ideal method that will not risk your health is Dermapen treatment performed under clinical conditions by expert hands with licensed devices.