New treatments in the world of dermatology and aesthetics can be both exciting and nerve wracking for patients; while revolutionary, who says this recently developed treatment will be effective or safe? One of the best options is when two well-known treatments are merged to create something even more incredible. This is the reason we’re so excited about Morpheus8.
At Colorado Skin Care, we’re happy to walk you through all the important aspects of this treatment, including what it is and how it works. Kimberly Stone, MD, is ready to answer your questions and give you the lowdown on Morpheus8 so you’ll be an expert even before your first procedure.
This treatment goes by another name: radiofrequency microneedling. That’s because it utilizes both these well-known aesthetic treatments to create an unbeatable effect for your skin. Microneedling is a procedure that creates very small wounds on the skin's surface in order to increase the production of collagen and elastin. It’s also called collagen induction therapy.
Radiofrequency, on the other hand, uses radiofrequency waves to heat the area just beneath the skin, creating similar effects. Both of these procedures have been used as aesthetic treatments since the 1990s. In 2024, Morpheus8 was the first product to secure FDA approval to use both techniques at once to treat sagging skin and other signs of aging.
This procedure starts with a thorough cleansing of your face (or other body part) with alcohol pads and the application of anesthetic to minimize pain. When you’re ready for the procedure, your provider will use the Morpheus8 device to make small wounds on the surface of your skin with the microneedles. The needles will also emit radiofrequency waves at the same time.
When these two procedures are done simultaneously, the skin reacts by creating more collagen and elastin, two proteins that tighten and smooth. It can create younger, more rejuvenated, healthier-looking skin, which some patients notice soon after treatment. After the 20 or so minutes of the procedure, we apply other solutions to stimulate growth and soothe the skin.
Because this procedure uses your skin’s own healing techniques, it’s effective for treating sagging, hyperpigmented, wrinkled, or otherwise listless looking skin all over the body! Many people use it to manage wrinkles on the face and/or to tighten skin on the neck, but others use it on the stomach, arms, knees, buttocks, and under the chin.
If you think Morpheus8 sounds like a treatment that would suit you, you should book a consultation. This happens before the procedure to determine if you’re a good candidate for it. Generally, those who are in good health and have minimal signs of aging are fantastic candidates, although conditions like skin infections or pregnancy could affect your candidacy.
As previously stated, some people see results as soon as a few weeks after their procedure, but the best results are seen after six spread-apart sessions. And the results – which include tighter, younger-looking skin — speak for themselves. According to a recent study, 93% of those surveyed after receiving Morpheus8 were happy with their results.
There are many aesthetic treatments available, so you may be wondering why you should choose Morpheus8. For one thing, it’s extremely customizable, allowing you to treat the areas you want to and avoid those you don’t. It’s also very safe, based on two treatments that have been used for a long time to manage skin tightening and aesthetic wellness.
In addition, Morpheus8 can be an option for those who want a deeper treatment but aren’t interested in chemical peels or face-lifts. Morpheus8 is a great middle ground between traditional microneedling or radiofrequency ablation and more invasive treatments.
We’re here and ready to provide you with the answers to any more questions you might have, as well as to start your consultation for this revolutionary yet tried-and-true treatment option. Just call our Englewood, Colorado, office at 303-740-4883, or book online. If you’re in the Denver area, we’re nearby and ready to help you start loving your skin today!