Give Your Skin a Boost With Collagen Induction Therapy in Canton
Tired, aged skin can be quite the headache. But you don’t have to live with this headache forever.
Thanks to Collagen Induction Therapy in Canton, you can use the body’s natural healing process to lessen the prominence of scars, lines, acne, and large pores. You can also tighten and refresh your skin.
“Regain volume and youthful vibrance with CIT at Dream Spa!”
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Fine lines and wrinkles
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Acne scars
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Skin texture
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Pigmentation issues
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Stretch marks
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Under-eye circles
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Enlarged pores
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Signs of aging
Collagen Induction Therapy Before & After
How Collagen Induction Therapy Works
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) works by inducing microscopic injuries in your skin. This kickstarts the body’s healing systems, which in turn produce collagen.
These micro-injuries should heal a day after the treatment is complete.
Collagen is a natural part of our body’s healing process. it can help create healthier, younger skin, and you can see the results for yourself. Your skin will be shinier and healthier.
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You won’t have to wait to see results from your Collagen Induction Therapy. In fact, many people see results as soon as they finish their treatment!
Better yet, the improvements don’t stop when you leave the clinic. You can expect to see continuous improvements for the next 6 months following the initial treatments. How many treatments you’ll need heavily depends on the person. After all, every patient is different, and some patients only need 1 treatment a year while others may need 2 to 8 treatments. These results are long-lasting. Certain patients may even see results for their entire lives!
Collagen Induction Therapy works by inducing collagen production. More specifically, collagen is a protein that helps skin grow to be healthy and strong. When we induce that process ourselves, we can manually create skin that looks and feels better. It can help treat acne, large pores, stretch marks, and more!
CIT is administered using a device that creates small channels in your skin. These micro-injuries are designed to kickstart your body’s healing process, refreshing the skin. This method is totally safe and FDA-approved.
There are no serious, lasting side effects following Collagen Induction Therapy in Canton. If you do notice any changes to your skin condition, it will probably look and feel most similar to a non-serious sunburn. This will only last a few days. You may also notice some slight bruising and peeling in the skin. After a couple of weeks, skin will look smooth and healthy, and results will only continue to improve in the months following treatment.
Pre- & Post-Care Instructions for CIT in Canton
- Women who are pregnant or nursing are not contraindicated to receiving Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) with hyaluronic acid. However, we do not suggest this treatment with PRP if you are pregnant or nursing. If you are pregnant or nursing and would like to pursue treatment, you may want to consult your PCP for clearance.
- We ask that you avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for 2 weeks prior to your appointment. Although this treatment is not specifically a sun-sensitive treatment, we will not treat “tanned” skin. We find that it is too risky to treat compromised skin in any way.
- Please avoid using self-tanners for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, specifically in the area to be treated. If you have used self-tanner outside of the 2-week timeframe, we ask that you please exfoliate the area to ensure no remnants of the product are left in the area to be treated. We will be creating “open channels” in your skin and want to ensure that any products that come in contact with your skin are approved and researched by Dream Spa Medical, as certain products and chemicals may trigger a reaction post-treatment.
- Your provider can help guide you on your specific products and make recommendations on what to avoid, but as a general rule, active ingredients such as acids (glycolic, salicylic, etc), retinol products (Rx or over-the-counter), or topical prescriptions such as antibiotic or steroid creams should be avoided 7 days prior to your appointment. The exception to this would be if you are using our suggested Environ Vitamin A treatment cream or serum (Youth Essentia A or Skin Essentia A). These products should always be used leading up to your treatment.
- If you are prone to Herpes Labialis outbreaks, we suggest pretreating with an antiviral medication for 2 days prior to your treatment and 2 days post-treatment. Dream Spa Medical is happy to provide you with a prescription, assuming that you are a candidate for this prescription.
- We ask that if you are currently taking oral antibiotics or steroids that you discontinue the medication for 10 days prior to your appointment.
- If you are currently taking or have taken Isotretinoin or any Accutane-type medications that you wait at least 6 months before pursuing any aesthetic procedures.
- It is best if you arrive to your appointment free of makeup, perfume, lotion, or deodorant in the treatment area.
- We strongly suggest pre-treating and conditioning your skin with Environ’s Vitamin A systems (Youth Essentia A and Skin Essentia A). This will greatly assist in your healing and results. Your provider will make appropriate product suggestions.
- We always suggest hydrating as much as possible prior to any treatment at Dream Spa Medical. It is a great way to help your body function at its best, accelerate your healing time, and enhance results. If you are receiving Collagen Induction Therapy with PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), be sure to remain fully hydrated for at least 3 days prior to and including the day of treatment.
- SPF cannot be applied for 24 hours post-treatment. We strongly suggest that you plan to have easy access to transportation to avoid direct sun exposure and to avoid being outside in the sun for the remainder of the day.
- Moderate redness that resembles and feels like a sunburn can be expected. This is an optimal clinical response. This sunburned appearance should resolve within 2 to 3 days. It will first fade to a pink color and then eventually transition back to your normal skin tone. Your skin may feel swollen and uncomfortable for these 2 to 3 days.
- Dream Spa Medical will provide you with a post-care treatment kit, which includes Environ’s Vitamin A, C, & E Oil that is to be used exclusively for the next 3 days following your treatment, unless otherwise directed by your provider.
- Your skin will feel sensitive and tight while in the healing phase. You may also experience flaking of the skin and dryness. We suggest having a HydraFacial treatment 2 weeks after CIT, regardless of the area treated on your body. This will slough off the dead skin cells and further speed up the regenerative process.
- It is best to avoid direct sun exposure for at least 1 week following your procedure.
- Always use a physical protectant SPF (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) and reapply throughout the day.
For Face and Neck Areas
- We strongly recommend ISDIN Eryfotona Actinica as a base in the morning and ISDIN Mineral Brush for reapplying throughout the day.
- Please avoid sunless tanning for a minimum of 2 weeks post-treatment.
- You may proceed with any neuromodulator treatment immediately following your CIT. It is best to wait 2 weeks to proceed with any dermal fillers, as your face will be swollen and difficult to assess properly. We ask that you wait 2 weeks for any aesthetic services in the treatment area.
Collagen Induction Therapy is an extremely safe and effective regenerative treatment. We work with Environ products, which were founded by Dr. Des Fernandes. Dr. Fernandes has been a pioneer in the field of cosmetic needling, and we are grateful to learn from his teachings and apply them to optimize your results.
Combining needling with Environ’s incredible home care is truly a natural and effective way to treat so many of your skin’s regenerative needs. Based upon your desired treatment and outcomes, CIT is best done in a series of at least 3 treatments.