What is Dermapen?

What is Dermapen?

In the fast pace of life, regular and healthy nutrition is not given the necessary attention. Factors such as intense stress, polluted air, the use of harmful substances such as alcohol and cigarettes, and aging begin to deteriorate skin health over time. However, recent developments in science and technology have also manifested themselves in skin rejuvenation techniques. Recently, dermapen application is one of the most preferred techniques to regenerate the skin and restore the skin's ability to stretch.

In Which Situations Is Dermapen Procedure Applied?

One of the most important benefits of the Dermapen function is to ensure that the natural repair function of the skin is activated at the end of the procedure. Dermapen procedure is performed for skin renewal. It is not only applied for skin rejuvenation.

Who is Dermapen Procedure Applied to?

It is an effective treatment option for almost all skin problems. This procedure is initially applied for age-related skin problems such as wrinkles, sun spots, enlarged pores. However, it is a procedure that is safely preferred for the treatment of many other problems such as stretch marks on the skin, acne and scars that may occur especially after childbirth, skin structure that is not vibrant and has lost its elasticity.

Things to Consider After Dermapen Procedure

Dermapen can be applied for anyone with age-related skin problems. Therefore, the person can return to their daily life within a few hours after the procedure. However, the procedure should be performed in a hospital and under hygienic conditions, and it is very important to prevent the development of negative effects such as infection or allergic reactions due to this procedure. Another important point to be considered after the Dermapen application is the use of sunscreen. With the micro-needling technique, point-shaped channels are opened in the upper part of the skin and this layer is also the protective layer of the skin, so the skin becomes more vulnerable to many problems at this stage. The sun's rays directly reach the lower part of the skin and this can cause deep sun spots and even minimal burn-like conditions. Therefore, sunscreen should be used even at home after the dermapen procedure.

For Which Skin Problems Can Dermapen Be Applied?

Dermapen can be applied for anyone who is experiencing age-related skin problems. Although this procedure is applied more on the face, it is also applied on the hands, back, arms, hips when the health of the individual is favorable. This procedure is mostly preferred for the following skin problems;

  • Formation of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Sun-damaged skin
  • Reduction of wrinkles on the skin
  • Tightening the skin
  • Reducing sun damage
  • Skin tone equalization
  • Glowing skin
  • Expanding pores
  • Scars left by the wound
  • Blackhead formation on the skin
  • Removal of unwanted tattoos
  • Cracks in the skin
  • Rose discomfort
  • Wrinkles around the eyes

What are the Benefits of Microneedling / Microneedling?

With this procedure, the needles cause damage in the form of microscopic channels that extend into the dermis. These damages developed with the application activate the skin area's own healing function and help the proliferation of reinforcing structures such as collagen and help the skin to repair again. The benefits of the Microneedling/Microigne procedure are as follows;

  • Skin tightening
  • Natural collagen processing
  • Skin rejuvenation
  • Tightening the skin
  • Evening skin tone
  • Reducing large pores on the face

How is the Dermapen Procedure Applied?

During the procedure, the skin is firstly cleaned well. After the skin cleansing method, the skin is treated with creams with anesthetic effect. The effect of anesthesia on the skin begins in approximately 30 minutes, so that no specific pain and pain is felt during the procedure. During the Dermapen procedure, a pen-like instrument, also called a micro-needling device, is used. The specialist gently moves this device over the skin layer. In the meantime, it contributes to the device's ability to move more easily on the skin. A light layer of water can be applied to the skin. There is a small needle at the tip of this device. During the procedure, these needles are inserted into the skin and small holes are made on the skin. These holes are very small. The length of the needles at the tip of the Dermapen device can be different. The needles on the instrument can be changed according to the type of skin problems. For example, longer needles are selected for the procedures performed to disappear the scars caused by deep acne, thus contributing to the deeper effect of the procedure.

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CreatorNP Istanbul Hospital Editorial Board
Updated At05 March 2024
Created At08 December 2022
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