Combining Dermal Fillers and Radio Frequency Microneedling Treatments
With over seven billion people on the planet, each of us is uniquely defined by our appearance, personality, and behaviour. This individuality extends to our skin, where factors like genetics, lifestyle, and ageing play a major role in how it looks and feels. Therefore, skin care solutions must be tailored to suit individual needs. For those seeking to minimise fine lines and wrinkles, combining dermal fillers with radio frequency microneedling is an effective way to achieve a rejuvenated, radiant complexion.
What Is Radio Frequency Microneedling?
Radio frequency microneedling is an advanced treatment that enhances traditional microneedling by incorporating radio frequency energy. In a standard microneedling procedure, ultrafine needles penetrate the skin to trigger its natural healing process. This stimulates collagen and elastin production, resulting in plumper, smoother skin. By adding radio frequency energy, the skin is heated in a controlled manner, boosting collagen synthesis even further and promoting faster, more noticeable results.
The result? Tighter, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin with improved texture and tone. Radio frequency microneedling is highly effective for reducing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and overall skin laxity.
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What Are Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers are injectable gels primarily composed of stabilised, non-animal-based hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally found in the skin, responsible for maintaining hydration and volume. As we age, our natural levels of hyaluronic acid decrease, leading to sagging skin, wrinkles, and volume loss.
When injected into the dermis or subcutaneous layers, dermal fillers restore lost volume, smooth out fine lines, and create a more youthful appearance. Depending on the type of filler used, the effects can last from six months to over a year. Dermal fillers are commonly used to enhance the cheeks, lips, and jawline, as well as to soften nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
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Will Radio Frequency Microneedling Dissolve My Filler?
A common concern among patients is whether the heat generated by radio frequency microneedling can dissolve dermal fillers. Rest assured, scientific studies indicate that radio frequency does not degrade fillers. For fillers to be altered or dissolved by heat, they would need to be exposed to temperatures exceeding 160°C. In contrast, radio frequency microneedling treatments typically generate heat levels of around 65-75°C, which are perfectly safe for use alongside fillers.
Thus, combining these two treatments offers a complementary approach: fillers provide immediate volume and smoothness, while radio frequency microneedling enhances skin quality over time.
What Results Can I Expect From Combining Treatments?
Combining dermal fillers with radio frequency microneedling offers both immediate and long-term benefits. Dermal fillers deliver instant results by restoring lost volume and smoothing wrinkles, giving the face a more youthful appearance. On the other hand, radio frequency microneedling works gradually by stimulating collagen production. Over the weeks following treatment, the skin becomes firmer, more elastic, and evenly toned.
By integrating both treatments into your skincare routine, you can achieve a balanced result: enhanced facial volume from the fillers and improved skin texture and tone from the microneedling.
Contact The Lynton Clinic Today
Choosing the right combination of treatments requires professional guidance. At The Lynton Clinic, our highly trained aesthetics practitioners are dedicated to helping you achieve your skin goals. We offer personalised consultations to create bespoke treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re looking to reduce fine lines, improve skin texture, or restore lost volume, we’re here to help.
Get in touch with us today, and let’s begin your journey to healthier, more radiant skin. We look forward to hearing from you!