What is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive in-office cosmetic procedure, that uses fine, sterile medical-grade needles to create tiny, controlled punctures in the skin. As a result, this micro-injury stimulates body’s healing response and boosts natural collagen and elastin production, improving skin texture, firmness, and overall radiance.
What does Microneedling treat?
Microneedling commonly improves:
Microneedling works by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production response. For a deeper understanding of how collagen works and other ways to support natural collagen synthesis, read
our guide: [How to Naturally Stimulate Collagen Without Surgery]
How many Microneedling treatments will I need?
The number of sessions depends on the specific condition we’re treating. Specifically if the purpose is merely skin rejuvenation, we recommend 3 sessions. The sessions should be 4 weeks apart to allow time for collagen and elastin production. However scars and pigmentation may need more sessions. We will suggest the number of treatments for you after a thorough evaluation in our office.
How long does it take to see results from Microneedling?
Microneedling induces production of collagen and elastin. You may notice initial improvements within a few weeks, but collagen production continues over time. Full results typically develop gradually over several months as new collagen forms.
Is Microneedling painful?
At GT Aesthetic & Functional Medicine in Marlton, NJ, microneedling
discomfort is minimized through a topical numbing cream applied 20-30 minutes before treatment. Most patients describe the sensation as minimal pressure or mild prickling — comparable to vibration. Pain tolerance varies by individual. Most patients tolerate the treatment comfortably with topical anesthetic cream. Dr. Farooqui adjusts needle depth based on the treatment area and your comfort level. The face is typically more sensitive than the body. Total procedure time is 30-60 minutes.
What is the downtime after Microneedling?
Downtime is typically minimal. Generally you may experience redness similar to a mild sunburn for 24 to 48 hours. Some patients notice mild dryness or flaking as the skin renews.
Use of serums and Exosomes greatly reduce the downtime.
Is Microneedling safe for all skin types?
Microneedling is safe for many skin types when a trained medical professional performs it. At GT Aesthetic & Functional Medicine in Marlton, NJ 08053, treatments are customized based on your individual skin assessment.
Can Microneedling be combined with other treatments?
Yes. At GT Aesthetic and Functional Medicine, we will customize the plan to your desirable outcome.
Furthermore our patients often choose to combine Microneedling with growth factors, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), Exosomes, PDRN, or other treatments to enhance results.
How much does Microneedling cost in Marlton, NJ?
We tier pricing based on your specific condition and the products we add to your treatment. During your private consultation at our Marlton, NJ 08053 concierge practice, we provide a personalized treatment plan and transparent pricing.
Who is a good candidate for Microneedling?
Healthy adults seeking improvement in skin texture, acne scars, fine lines, or overall skin rejuvenation may be good candidates. A consultation is necessary to determine suitability and develop an individualized treatment plan.
Every microneedling treatment at GT Aesthetic & Functional Medicine
is performed under the supervision of Dr. Ghazala Farooqui—
triple board-certified physician with 20+ years of clinical experience.
Trained at Columbia University with a fellowship in Integrative
Medicine under Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Farooqui brings physician-led
precision and a regenerative medicine perspective to every
microneedling protocol.
GT Clinic provides microneedling treatments to patients across
South Jersey including Cherry Hill (7 miles via Route 70),
Voorhees (5 miles), Moorestown (8 miles), Mount Laurel, and
Medford. Located at 651 NJ-73 Suite 110, Marlton, NJ 08053 with
easy access from Route 73.