As a leader in cosmetic surgery and skin care in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, David K Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D., is committed to providing innovative and effective treatments so his patients can achieve results they’re happy to show off. One such innovation is micro-needling therapy. If you’ve never heard of this groundbreaking treatment, you may be interested to learn about how it works and how it might benefit you.

Micro-needling therapy works by harnessing the skin’s natural ability to heal itself: when our skin sustains an injury, our bodies produce collagen to repair the damage. Micro-needling therapy mimics the condition of a skin injury by creating superficial “micro-injuries” on the outermost layer of the skin.

Once the skin is subjected to these tiny, nearly imperceptible injuries and collagen is produced, the skin becomes smoother, firmer, and younger-looking. Patients also typically notice acne scars, fine lines, and wrinkles become less noticeable—making this treatment ideal for anyone who doesn’t want traditional cosmetic surgery but would like to achieve similar results.

One of the skin care experts at Dr. Hiranaka’s office can explain the treatment in detail, but if you’re curious about how it works, here’s an overview: the aesthetician will apply a numbing cream, which the patient will pick up before the procedure. The aesthetician will then perform the micro-needling treatment and infuse a targeted ampule containing collagen, vitamin C, or hyaluronic acid, depending on your skin’s needs. Next, they will apply a 24K gold mask, a second coat of ampule, and sunscreen.

Micro-needling therapy is just one of the many innovative skin care treatments offered by Kailua Kona’s leading cosmetic surgeon. If you’re interested in setting up a consultation for a procedure, call the office at (808) 326-2040. You can also learn more about David K Hiranaka, M.D., D.M.D., by visiting the practice’s website and Facebook page.