Using Microneedling to Help With Post-Surgical Scar Healing

Surgical scars are a normal part of healing, but they don’t always fade the way people expect. Some scars may remain thick, textured, or darker than the surrounding skin. Microneedling is a simple treatment that can help make them less noticeable. 

At American Surgical Arts in Mullica Hill, New Jersey, Dr. Sean Bidic and Dr. Vinay Gundlapalli lead a team of aesthetic professionals who use microneedling to help patients improve the look and feel of post-surgical scars.

How Microneedling Works for Scar Healing

Microneedling uses fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. These micro-injuries trigger your body’s natural healing response, which increases collagen and elastin production. As the skin repairs itself, the texture and color of the scar gradually blend more evenly with the surrounding skin.

This treatment is especially helpful for newer scars, but it can also work on older ones. Over time, microneedling can soften any thickened scar tissue and improve discoloration.

What to Expect from Microneedling for Scars

We perform microneedling in the office, and the treatment usually takes less than an hour. To keep you comfortable, we apply a numbing cream before the procedure. Your provider uses a specialized device to create controlled micro-injuries in the scarred area.

After treatment, your skin may be red and slightly swollen, similar to a mild sunburn. This typically fades within a few days. While you may notice some improvement after one session, most people need multiple treatments for the best results. Since collagen production takes time, changes develop gradually over the following months.

Tips for Scar Healing

Taking care of your skin after surgery can make a difference in how your skin heals. Here are a few daily habits that will promote better scar recovery:

• Keep the scar moisturized: Hydrated skin heals better and is less likely to become raised or stiff.
• Use sun protection: UV exposure can darken scars, making them more noticeable. Sunscreen helps prevent this.
• Be patient: Scars change slowly, and it can take months to see improvements. Microneedling helps speed up this process but doesn’t erase scars overnight.

Schedule a Consultation

Microneedling can help soften and smooth post-surgical scars over time. To learn more, call 856-362-8898 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bidic or Dr. Gundlapalli at American Surgical Arts in Mullica Hill, NJ.