Microneedling in Charlotte, NC

Name: Microneedling
Brand: Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa
Rating: 4.8 (458 reviews)

Refresh your skin from within with microneedling in Charlotte. This collagen-boosting treatment smooths fine lines, improves texture, and softens scars for naturally radiant, healthier-looking skin with minimal downtime.

Renew Your Skin With Microneedling

Your skin is an amazing organ, with the ability to repair itself. As you begin to age, however, that ability slows, and the visible signs of aging set in. Fine lines and wrinkles, skin laxity, uneven skin tone and texture, and loss of natural volume and firmness can be a blow to your self-esteem.

If you would like to combat the visible signs of aging without extensive downtime or pain, Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa recommends our microneedling in Charlotte to restore and rejuvenate your skin from within.

What Is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a minimally-invasive facial treatment involving a series of very small needles. As the treatment is applied to your facial skin, the needles create hundreds of tiny punctures on your skin.

Your body is triggered to repair these tiny wounds, creating vibrant, new skin cells and increasing your body’s production of collagen and elastin.

How Does Microneedling Work?

Wounds created from the microneedles cause your body to produce greater amounts of collagen and elastin, smoothing the skin and reducing the visible signs of aging. As new skin cells replace those treated by microneedling, your skin will appear fuller, suppler, and more radiant. The new skin created has a more even skin tone and texture and can be successful in improving the appearance of acne scars, sun spots, or age spots.

Benefits of Microneedling

Microneedling in Charlotte is an excellent way to treat a variety of facial skin concerns, including:

Uneven skin tone and texture
Fine lines and wrinkles
Areas of skin laxity
Enlarged pores
Acne and other scars
Sun spots and age spots

Microneedling vs. Advanced Skin Tightening Treatments

Microneedling remains one of the most trusted and reliable non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatments available. It is:

Affordable and accessible
Comfortable with virtually no downtime
Excellent for early signs of aging and ongoing skin maintenance

However, it’s essential to understand its limitations:

Stimulates collagen through controlled injury
Improves texture, tone, pores, and fine lines
Does not remove skin
Does not significantly tighten loose or sagging tissue

For patients with mild concerns, microneedling is often sufficient. For those with moderate skin laxity or deeper wrinkles, more advanced treatments—such as ellacor® Micro-Coring—may be recommended during your consultation.

What Can I Expect During Microneedling in Charlotte?

Microneedling is performed in the privacy of our Charlotte, North Carolina, facilities, allowing you to relax comfortably. A topical numbing cream will be applied before the treatment begins, further adding to your comfort.

Then, Dr. Criswell will carefully perform the microneedling procedure to create microinjuries to stimulate deep cell renewal. These injuries are so small that they are almost invisible to the eye. The entire procedure typically takes 30 minutes to complete.

What Is the Recovery From Microneedling Like?

You may notice mild to moderate swelling and redness following a microneedling procedure. Many patients compare this to a mild sunburn. This is temporary and should subside within a few days. As your skin begins to renew itself, you may notice light peeling as well.

Since microneedling is only minimally invasive, you may return to your usual activities as soon as you feel comfortable. It is important that you protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays following a microneedling treatment, as it will be more sensitive to sun damage.

Am I a Candidate for Microneedling?

Microneedling is a versatile treatment that works well for many skin types and tones. Ideal candidates are generally healthy individuals looking to address fine lines, acne scars, uneven skin texture, or mild laxity.

Those with active infections, open wounds, or certain skin conditions may need to postpone treatment. During your consultation, your provider will carefully assess your skin and goals to ensure microneedling is both safe and effective for your needs.

When Microneedling Is the Right Choice

Microneedling may be ideal if you:

Want a quick, effective treatment with no downtime
Are focused on skin quality, glow, and collagen health
Prefer a lower-cost option with gradual improvement
Are looking for an ongoing maintenance treatment

At Criswell & Criswell, we often recommend microneedling as part of a long-term skin health plan, sometimes combined with PRP, exosomes, or medical-grade serums for enhanced results.

How Can My Microneedling Treatment Be Enhanced?

We offer various nutritive serums that can be applied after microneedling to provide nourishment deep within the skin structure to speed healing and results.

Why Should I Choose Criswell & Criswell for Microneedling in Charlotte?

Dr. Bryan and Dr. Kara Criswell come from a long line of medical professionals. They understand that facial treatments require an equal measure of technique and artistry to achieve results. Furthermore, they have created a practice staffed with professionals with sensitivity and warmth where you will be welcomed.

When you enter their offices, you will be confident that you have come to the right place for treatment. Schedule a consultation today for arguably the best treatment of microneedling Charlotte, NC has to offer.

Microneedling FAQ

What exactly is microneedling and how does it work?

Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that uses tiny needles to create microscopic punctures in the skin. These controlled micro-injuries stimulate the body’s natural healing response, boosting collagen and elastin production to improve skin texture, tone, and firmness.

What skin concerns can microneedling treat?

Microneedling can improve uneven skin tone and texture, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, acne scars, sun damage, and other mild scarring. It is commonly used to refresh and rejuvenate the overall appearance of the skin.

Who is a good candidate for microneedling?

Most healthy adults looking to address mild to moderate skin concerns are good candidates for microneedling. Patients with active skin infections, open wounds, certain inflammatory skin conditions, or recent isotretinoin use may require additional evaluation before treatment.

What should I expect during and after a microneedling treatment?

A topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to enhance comfort. The procedure typically takes about 30 minutes. Afterward, redness and mild swelling similar to a sunburn are common and usually subside within a few days as the skin begins to heal and renew.

How many microneedling sessions are needed to see results?

Most patients benefit from a series of microneedling treatments spaced several weeks apart. While some improvement may be visible after the first session, collagen production continues over time, with optimal results developing over several weeks to months.

Can microneedling be combined with other treatments?

Yes. Microneedling is often enhanced with medical-grade serums or combined with other aesthetic treatments to further improve results. Your provider will recommend the best treatment plan based on your skin type and goals.