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Consultation
We examine your skin and discuss your goals to set the needle depth and number of sessions.
Cutchogue, New York
Microneedling
Microneedling uses fine needles to trigger new collagen in the skin. It improves acne scars, fine lines, enlarged pores, and uneven texture, with treatment at our Cutchogue office.
What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling is a collagen induction treatment. A handheld device with fine needles creates thousands of tiny channels in the skin.
The skin repairs these channels by producing new collagen and elastin. Over the following weeks, this new collagen makes the skin smoother and firmer.
Needle depth is adjusted for each area and concern. Shallow settings treat fine lines and dull skin. Deeper settings treat acne scars.
Microneedling does not remove the top layer of skin. Recovery is short and the treatment suits most skin types.
Who It Helps
- Acne scars and uneven skin texture
- Fine lines and enlarged pores
- Dull skin and early loss of firmness
- People who want results with minimal downtime
- Skin types that are not a good fit for laser resurfacing
What to Expect
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Numbing
A topical numbing cream is applied for about 20 to 30 minutes so the treatment is comfortable.
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Treatment
The device is passed over the treatment area. A full face typically takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
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Recovery
Skin looks red, like a mild sunburn, for 1 to 3 days. Most patients return to normal activities the next day.
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Results
Texture improves over the following weeks as new collagen forms. Most patients need 3 to 6 sessions about 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Care Led by a Nurse Practitioner
Courtney Lake, founder of North Fork Radiance, performs every microneedling session. She is a Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years in healthcare and a background in critical care and infectious disease.
Microneedling opens the skin, so sterile technique matters. Nurse Practitioner-led care means a licensed clinician assesses your skin, chooses the treatment settings, and manages any reaction. You see the same provider at every visit, not an unsupervised technician.
Related Services
These treatments are often paired with microneedling or used in its place.
Common Questions About
Microneedling
How many microneedling sessions will I need?
Most patients need 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Deeper acne scars may need more.
Does microneedling hurt?
A numbing cream is applied before treatment. Most patients feel mild prickling or pressure.
What is recovery like?
Expect redness and mild sensitivity for 1 to 3 days. Most patients return to work the next day and should avoid direct sun while the skin heals.
When will I see results?
Skin often looks smoother within 1 to 2 weeks. Collagen keeps building for 3 to 6 months after a series.
Does microneedling help acne scars?
Yes. It is a common treatment for indented acne scars. New collagen gradually lifts and smooths the scarred areas over a series of sessions.
Serving the North Fork
Clients visit our Cutchogue office for microneedling from across the North Fork.
Cutchogue (incl. Nassau Point)
Cutchogue and Nassau Point residents receive microneedling at our office on Main Road.
Mattituck
Clients from Mattituck come to our Cutchogue office for microneedling.
Southold
Southold residents visit North Fork Radiance in Cutchogue for microneedling treatments.
Shelter Island
Shelter Island clients travel to our Cutchogue office for microneedling.
Greenport
Many Greenport clients choose our Cutchogue office for their microneedling series.
Aquebogue
Aquebogue residents come to Cutchogue for microneedling with Courtney Lake.
Peconic
Clients from Peconic visit our Cutchogue office for microneedling.
Jamesport
Jamesport residents book microneedling at North Fork Radiance in Cutchogue.
Laurel
Laurel clients come to our Cutchogue office for microneedling treatments.
New Suffolk
New Suffolk residents receive microneedling at our nearby Cutchogue office.
Reclaim Your Radiance
Book a consultation to find out if microneedling is right for your skin. We will recommend a treatment plan based on your goals.