
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT)
Collagen Induction Therapy utilizes micro surgical titanium steel to penetrate the skin creating micro trauma to the skin, this activates the body to begin to heal itself immediately. The body releases it's own growth factors producing more collagen and elastin and balancing of it's melanocytes.
Clinical studies have proven CIT treatments to be more effective than ablative treatments like laser resurfacing, dermabrasion and chemical peels. It is just as effective as non-ablative treatments like IPL, CO2 laser and Fraxel in stimulating collagen and elastin production.
Photos & Service done by Mary Ritcherson (MRNaturaLines) -used for example of microneedling results
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Benefits of CIT
Reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, tighten lax skin
Scar diminishment
Growth horomone stimulating
Hair restoration
Pigmentation stabilization
Plumper thicker skin
Pore size diminishment
High absorption of active ingredients
Safe for those who have had laser resurfacing
Less expensive than laser treatments
Quick healing time
All areas of the face, neck and body can be treated
Can last 2-10 years-or with natural aging process
Excellent treatment for upper lip lines, fine line wrinkles, photo damage, scarring (acne /chicken pox), and minor scarring
Contraindications
Keloids or raised scars
History of eczema, psoriasis and other skin conditions
History of Herpes simplex (must be on antiviral)
Uncontrolled diabetes (Doctor's note needed)
Raised moles, warts or other lesions in area to be treated
Avoid blood thinners 3-5 days prior with doctor's consent
Glycation
Vitiligo/Hypopigmentation
Pregnancy, Nursing, harvesting eggs
Facaial Injections in last 10 days
Absolutely No Service if
Prone to keloids or hypertrophic scarring
Scleroderma (hardening of skin)
Cardiac abnormalties
Hemophilia or blood clotting issues
Active bacterial or fungal infection
Immunosuppressive diseases
Photosensitizing medications
Accutane in past year
Current herpes simplex outbreak
Severe allergies
Liver Disease
Hepatitis
MRSA
If you are prone to herpes or cold sore break outs you must be on an antiviral before service! (1 day before & 6 after)
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PRE-CARE
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Remember to start your Anti-Viral 1 day prior to your appt. and continue for 6 days after. (Contact your PCP)
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Skin Needling will NOT be performed if you are pregnant, nursing, going through IVF, harvesting eggs or trying to get pregnant.
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DO NOT WEAR ANY MAKEUP OR MASCARA TO APPOINTMENT
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The area to be treated must be free of any active acne, cold sore, pimples or infection. (Anti-virals are required for areas around the mouth)
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Make sure to schedule when you have 3-5 days of down time.
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The area to be treated will be cleansed with a medical grade cleanser prior to applying the numbing cream.
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NO SUN OR TANNING 30 DAYS PRIOR AND NO SUN OR TANNING FOR 30-90 DAYS AFTER
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The treated area CAN/WILL be very red the 1st 48hrs and will gradually lighten with each following day and will feel like a sun burn.
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Itchiness and tenderness will be present during the healing process.
THERE IS NO GUARANTEED TIME FRAME ON EACH CLIENTS HEALING TIME. THIS VARIES PERSON TO PERSON.
ANY CONCERNS, PLEASE CONTACT OFFICE
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AFTER CARE
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DO NOT ICE
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A gentle wash & moisturizer may be used to keep the area moist. (Nothing with acids or retinols)
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It is recommended to apply a gentle moisturizer or hyaluronic acid (HA) after the procedure for hydration.
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It is recommended to wash your face several times after the procedure with a gentle cleanser.(3-4 times a day) using luke warm water.
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NO creams with acids or retinol for 2 weeks after the procedure on the treated areas.
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The area may shed/flake after a couple days revealing new pink skin. (varies person to person) Do NOT PICK!
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Healing is rapid and the results will be visible in just a few short weeks and continue to improve over months.
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You can continue to use your skin care regimen(after 2 weeks) and apply makeup when needed.
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New makeup is recommended!
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No sun exposure at all for 30-90 days.
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PICTURES WILL BE REQUIRED AT 3 MONTHS
