Collagen Induction Therapy or Micro-Needling

Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) or Micro-Needling

Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), also known as micro-needling, is a safe, noninvasive method of treating fine lines, wrinkles, scars and now even hair loss. The modern derma roller uses tiny stainless steel needles mounted on a roller with a handle. The device is rolled methodically over the skin so that it makes small punctures in the epidermis. The needles used are very fine and discomfort is minimal. A local topical anesthetic or ice can be used ...

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1
FEB
2016

Collagen, Micro-needling

collagen induction therapy, derma roller, growth factors, healing, micro needling, microneedling, natural collagen, needles, roller, scars, stretch mark reduction

A Brief History of the Derma Roller

Posted by: Ninne Notto

A Brief History of the Derma Roller

The first recorded use of micro needling in the western world was in 1905 in Germany. Ernst Kromayer, a noted dermatologist, started experimenting with “various-sized dental burrs mounted on motor-driven flexible cord equipment”. He treated scars, birthmarks and hyperpigmentation.

During the 1950s, Kromayer’s work was rediscovered by Abner Kurtin, a New York dermatologist. He modified the technique and used stainless wire brushes instead of dental burrs. Experimentation was reignited by the pioneer work done ...

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29
JAN
2016

History, Micro-needling

aging, collagen production, derma roller, dermaroller, history, hyperpigmentation, micro needling, needle, needling, scar, scarring, scars, skin, wrinkles

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Collagen Induction Therapy or Micro-Needling

Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) or Micro-Needling

A Brief History of the Derma Roller

A Brief History of the Derma Roller