Microneedling in Draper, Utah

Effective on acne scars

One of the most reliable in-office options for boxcar and rolling acne scars over a series of sessions.

Clinical depth and protocol

Treatment depth is set to your concern and skin, with proper numbing and aftercare.

Series-based results

Most patients see meaningful improvement across 3–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.

How microneedling actually works

Microneedling — collagen-induction therapy — uses a device of fine needles to create thousands of controlled micro-channels in the skin. Those tiny, precise injuries trigger your body’s own repair cascade: new collagen and elastin laid down over the following weeks. Over a series of sessions that remodeling softens acne scars, refines texture and pore size, and gives skin a firmer, more even surface. It is one of the few treatments that improves the skin’s structure rather than just its surface.

The distinction that matters is depth and control. A dermatology-grade device in a provider’s hands is set to your specific concern and skin type, at a depth a home roller cannot safely reach. That is what separates a treatment that moves the needle on scarring from an expensive glow that fades in a week.

The strongest in-office option for acne scars

For boxcar and rolling acne scars, microneedling is among the most reliable non-laser treatments available, and it works on all skin tones without the pigment risk some lasers carry. Results build across a series — most patients do three to four sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, which gives the collagen time to remodel between visits. Deeper or older scarring may need more.

We can also combine microneedling with PRP — platelet-rich plasma drawn from your own blood and applied into the channels — to amplify the healing response. For the right patient, that pairing accelerates texture and tone improvement beyond microneedling alone.

Comfort and downtime

We apply a topical numbing cream before treatment, so most patients are comfortable throughout. Afterward, expect redness and warmth similar to a mild sunburn for about 24 to 48 hours, sometimes with light flaking as the skin turns over. Most people are back to normal — makeup included — within a day or two.

Aftercare is simple but matters: gentle cleansing, no active ingredients or sun for a few days, and diligent SPF. We send you home with specific guidance and are reachable if anything comes up between sessions.

How many sessions do I need?

Most patients see significant improvement in 3–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Deeper or older acne scarring may need additional sessions.

Does it work on acne scars?

Yes — microneedling is one of the most effective in-office treatments for boxcar and rolling acne scars, and it is safe for all skin tones without the pigment risk some lasers carry.

What is the difference from a home microneedling roller?

Depth and control. Our medical device treats at a depth a home roller cannot safely reach, set precisely to your skin and concern by a trained provider. Home rollers mostly work the surface and carry infection risk.

What is downtime like?

Expect redness similar to a mild sunburn for 24–48 hours, occasionally with light flaking. Most patients are back to normal within a day or two. Diligent SPF afterward is essential.

Can you combine it with PRP?

Yes — PRP microneedling uses growth factors from your own blood applied into the micro-channels to amplify healing. It is a strong option for acne scarring and overall texture.

How much does microneedling cost in Draper?

Sessions are priced individually, and we offer series pricing since results build over multiple visits. We review the full cost with you at consult.