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Microneedling: Why Where You Go (and Who Treats You) Matters
- Microneedling
- November 6, 2025
Achieve smoother, tighter, more radiant skin with medical grade microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) microneedling at Wisconsin Vein Center & MediSpa.
You may have seen microneedling horror stories online and think, “Yikes, does that actually happen?” Unfortunately, yes. While microneedling can do amazing things for your skin, the treatment must be done correctly. Recently, there have been stories of people experiencing scars or infections, often from using at-home rollers or going to unqualified providers.
That’s why where you go (and who treats you) makes all the difference.
At Wisconsin Vein Center & MediSpa, your safety, results and comfort are always our top priorities. Every microneedling treatment, whether it’s with our Dermapen® or Scarlet SRF® (radiofrequency microneedling), is performed only by trained medical professionals with properly cleaned equipment. You’ll be in skilled, clinical hands the entire time.
Microneedling: What It Does (and Why It Works)
Microneedling is a collagen-stimulating treatment that helps smooth fine lines, minimize acne scars, and refine pores.
Using a precise, medical-grade device like Dermapen®, we create tiny microchannels in the skin, just enough to trigger your body’s natural healing response. The depth of penetration of the needles is important. Skin on the face is less than 2 mm thick, so deeper penetration should not be considered better. As your skin repairs itself, it is stimulated to produce new collagen and elastin, leading to a smoother, firmer, and more even complexion
What Treatment Feels Like
Before we start, you’ll be given a topical numbing cream so you’re comfortable throughout your session. Most treatments take about 30–45 minutes. You may notice mild redness like a light sunburn that fades within a day or two.
There’s little downtime, and most people return to normal activities the next day. Our team will guide you through simple aftercare to keep your skin calm, hydrated, and glowing as it heals.
It’s a great option for anyone wanting to refresh their skin naturally, with minimal downtime and noticeable results.
RF Microneedling: The Next Level of Skin Rejuvenation
If you desire more skin tightening and lifting, RF microneedling takes everything you love about traditional microneedling and amplifies the results. This procedure is a medical procedure, not just a cosmetic procedure, and must be performed with physician oversight by personnel trained by the device manufacturer.
Our Scarlet SRF® system combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy that gently heats the deeper layers of your skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production more than microneedling alone.
This added energy not only smooths texture and tone but also helps tighten sagging skin, lift facial contours, and improve firmness from the inside out. Over time, your skin continues to remodel and strengthen, giving you a natural, long-lasting lift with no surgery or extended downtime. By the next day, your skin should be back to normal in appearance.
RF Microneedling Benefits:
- Tighter, more lifted skin
- Improved skin texture and tone
- Reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
- Minimized pore size
- Softer acne and surgical scars
- Enhanced elasticity and firmness
Scarlet SRF® is appropriate for all skin types and can be used on the face, neck, and body, making it a versatile option for anyone looking to restore youthful structure and glow.
Why Choose Wisconsin Vein Center & MediSpa for Microneedling?
Microneedling is a medical-grade procedure that requires precision, sterile technique, and an understanding of skin depth and anatomy. At-home rollers, unqualified providers, improper depth of needle penetration or application of improper aftercare products can cause trauma, pigmentation issues, or even infection.
Our licensed medical professionals use FDA-cleared technology, follow the highest safety protocols, and customize each treatment to your skin type and goals. You’ll get beautiful, natural results … with minimal risk of any complication.
Ready for Healthier, More Youthful Skin?
Schedule your consultation today and see what a difference expert medical care can make.
Dr. Deborah Manjoney is a past Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, and the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. She has had extensive training in laser medicine and surgery. She founded the Wisconsin Vein Center & MediSpa in 2002, where she specializes in vein treatments and minimally invasive aesthetic and laser procedures. Dr. Manjoney has received numerous awards and is a nationally recognized speaker and author of medical journal articles.
