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Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling is a popular cosmetic procedure that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to boost collagen production and achieve skin tightening, smoothing, and rejuvenation.
But how long do the results and benefits of RF microneedling actually last after receiving treatment? In this article, I will provide an in-depth overview of RF microneedling, how long results last, healing time, treatment frequency, downsides, and whether the procedure leads to permanent changes.
RF microneedling aims to provide longer lasting skin improvements compared to standalone microneedling or fractional laser treatments. However, the duration of results still varies based on individual factors.
On average, the effects of a single RF microneedling session can last approximately 6 to 12 months. Repeat touch-up procedures are recommended every 6-12 months to maintain results and a youthful appearance.
With multiple ongoing treatments, the cumulative benefits of RF microneedling can last 18-24 months or longer. Consistently repeating sessions over time produces longer lasting subdermal tissue regeneration and collagen remodeling.
But there are caveats. Those with thinner skin or milder concerns may only get 6 months improvement. While thicker skin types and those seeking significant lifting/tightening may retain results up to 12 months from each session.
The microneedling component involves controlled microinjuries to the skin to spur collagen production. This means some downtime is required post-treatment to allow proper healing.
On average, it takes 5 to 7 days for more moderate redness and sensitivity to resolve. Swelling may persist up to 10 days after RF microneedling. Most patients can return to work in 3-4 days.
It takes approximately 6 weeks for deeper tissue to fully heal and for collagen remodeling to initiate. Visible improvements will continue to develop 3-6 months post-treatment as new collagen matures.
Proper aftercare like avoiding sunlight, using antibiotic creams, keeping skin moisturized, and wearing sunscreen aids the healing process.
Radiofrequency energy applied through insulated microneedles works in the deeper dermis and subdermis to achieve longer lasting tissue contraction and skin improvements compared to microneedling alone.
RF microneedling aims to stimulate lasting collagen production and tissue remodeling. The RF thermal effects target fibroblasts to promote new collagen synthesis and realignment of disorganized collagen structures.
Neocollagenesis and neofibrogenesis from RF microneedling can provide visible improvements in skin texture, fine lines, wrinkles, firmness, and tone for 6-12 months.
Multiple progressive treatments lead to better long term outcomes by continuously boosting and renewing collagen. This gradual skin rejuvenation leads to cumulative refinements that can last 18-24 months.
However, natural collagen/elastin degradation from intrinsic aging will eventually diminish results. Maintenance sessions are required to sustain improvements.
Yes, radiofrequency can safely be performed after microneedling as a combined sequential treatment.
Some providers introduce RF immediately after microneedling while the skin is still perforated to allow better energy penetration. Others may wait 1-2 weeks for initial healing before applying RF.
The key is using a non-insulated microneedling device so the needles do not carry RF energy and cause unnecessary burning. Then a separate RF applicator delivers targeted heating at the appropriate parameters.
This approach harnesses the dual benefits of collagen induction from microneedling and deeper tissue heating from RF to maximize skin renewal and long term improvements.
Most providers recommend spacing RF microneedling treatments every 6 to 12 months.
This allows sufficient time for the micro-injuries to completely heal while still delivering periodic collagen stimulation maintenance.
However, induction of new collagen begins to plateau around the 6 month mark. Skin may start regressing back to its pre-treatment state without periodic RF exposure.
Those wanting better long term results can undergo sessions more frequently, such as every 4-6 months. This helps sustain collagen production and tissue tightening over time.
The right frequency is ultimately determined by factors like skin type, severity of damage, pain tolerance, and treatment objectives. More involving RF microneedling may require longer recovery between sessions.
Potential disadvantages of RF microneedling include:
· Short term side effects - Swelling, redness, sensitivity, scabbing, and risk of infection during the healing process.
· Pain - RF microneedling is generally more painful than regular microneedling due to the thermal RF component. Topical anesthesia is commonly used.
· Cost - RF microneedling costs more per session than standalone microneedling or laser treatments. Periodic touch-ups are required.
· Downtime - Approximately 3-10 days of social downtime. Cannot be done too frequently due to needed healing between sessions.
· Temporary unevenness - Collagen remodeling can initially cause uneven texture/tone. This evens out over time.
· Risk of burns - Insulated microneedles with embedded RF capability are safer. Non-insulated needles have higher risk of burns.
Overall, RF microneedling side effects are usually mild and temporary. When performed properly, most patients can tolerate the procedure and downtime. But the treatment may not be suitable for those unable to accommodate multiple days of recovery.
Radiofrequency skin tightening is the broader category of RF energy used for skin resurfacing and rejuvenation. This includes RF microneedling as well as non-invasive RF devices.
In general RF treatments (both invasive and non-invasive) provide progressive skin tightening and mild fat reduction results through new collagen production and heating of the deeper dermis.
Superficial RF treatments - Non-invasive devices that only penetrate the epidermis and upper dermis tend to produce shorter term results lasting 6-9 months.
Deep penetrating RF - Invasive RF using microneedles, fractionated RF, and surgical RF can reach the deepest layers of the dermis and subcutaneous fat resulting in longer lasting 18-24 months improvements.
However, ALL RF treatments require maintenance sessions to sustain benefits long term. Without repeat procedures, natural aging diminishes results back to pre-treatment state.
RF microneedling itself does not produce permanent skin changes or results. The technology relies on temporary tissue heating and collagen induction.
The process aims to gradually improve skin texture, tone, elasticity, and firmness through stimulation of new collagen and elastin in the dermis.
But the human body’s natural aging process - including declining collagen levels over time - still occurs. RF microneedling does not permanently stop intrinsic skin aging.
This is why ongoing periodic RF microneedling maintenance sessions are needed. It is not a permanent solution for wrinkles, scars, or sagging. Think of it more as lasting periodic skin rejuvenation rather than a permanent fix.
In summary, a single RF microneedling session can provide visible skin renewal and rejuvenation lasting on average 6-12 months. Multiple ongoing treatments may prolong benefits up to 18-24 months by continually boosting collagen production.
Healing takes around 5-10 days with redness subsiding and a further 6 weeks for deeper tissue repair. Combining RF with regular microneedling leverages both technologies for better long term improvements.
Maintenance sessions every 6-12 months are recommended. RF microneedling is not a permanent solution but rather provides periodic collagen induction to counteract natural aging. Side effects are mild and temporary.
When performed properly at therapeutic levels, RF microneedling can safely yield longer lasting skin tightening and rejuvenation compared to standalone superficial microneedling.
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