The clinical data behind safe skin care injury procedures are built upon a variety of different treatment options that all lead to one end goal – a stimulation of the body’s own collagen for age management. But what is safe injury? And what procedures would be considered a safe injury treatment? This post will explain the theory and most commonly asked questions regarding this highly effective approach to combat the signs of aging skin.
1.) What is a “safe injury” skin care procedure?
Any time the skin is treated by way of resurfacing (lasers + chemical peels) or puncturing (microneedling + injectables), the skin endures a controlled “injury” within the structure of the skin. Procedures can vary in depth (from superficial to mid-dermis) but are performed in-office for age management, wrinkle prevention, and textural enhancement. When our skin is injured at a superficial and controlled depth, there is a measurable improvement in appearance and increased blood flow to the skin.
When our body receives a signal that an injury or trauma has been endured, it goes into wound-healing mode and an immediate collagen stimulation process begins. When the collagen stimulation begins, new, strong, healthy tissue is developed and acts almost as an eraser to reverse some of the visible signs of aging.
2.) What can I expect with a safe injury skin care procedure?
An overall improvement in the tone, texture, color, and appearance of the skin. Safe injury skin care procedures are also effective in scar revision and treating acne lesions.
3.) What procedures qualify as a safe injury skin care procedure?
The most effective procedures include ablative laser resurfacing, microneedling (collagen induction therapy), chemical peels, and photofacial/(IPL) light treatments. Injectable hyaluronic acid fillers have also recently been clinically proven to stimulate the body’s collagen production when used long-term.
Your treatment modality will depend on the specific needs of your skin. Many procedures are available for “age management,” but not all have been clinically proven to work. In our practice, we only provide treatments that have been clinically studied for safety and efficacy.
4.) What is my expected downtime?
Depending on the procedure selected and the aggressiveness needed for measurable results, downtime can vary. When the skin is treated superficially, downtime does not typically exceed 7-10 days.
For additional information or to schedule a complimentary skin care consultation with Ashley Smith, RN, BSN, please request an appointment online or give us a call at (480) 214-9955.
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