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Common questions regarding the Morpheus microneedling laser treatment for facial rejuvenation
The Morpheus microneedling treatment is a popular service at Springs Aesthetics, and our team can educate patients on who is a proper candidate for this procedure. Below are some frequently asked questions that we often hear from our patients at our Colorado Springs, Colorado, area office.
What is the Morpheus microneedling treatment?
Dr. John Burroughs describes the Morpheus laser microneedling treatment as a revolutionary approach to skin rejuvenation. It combines the benefits of both microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate natural collagen production, resulting in smoother, tighter, and more youthful-looking skin.
Is Morpheus a laser treatment?
No. Morpheus is a form of microneedling that is coupled with powerful radiofrequency energy. It is non-ablative and can be used on all skin types, whereas, even fractional laser treatments should be avoided in the darker skin types.
How does it work?
During the Morpheus microneedling treatment at our office, very small needles create microchannels on the skin’s surface while delivering RF energy deep into the dermis. This combination triggers the body’s natural healing response and promotes new collagen production, resulting in tighter and more rejuvenated skin.
What can I expect during my upcoming treatment?
Before beginning this treatment, a topical numbing cream is gently applied to ensure your comfort during the procedure. Once the numbing has taken effect, the Morpheus handpiece is passed over your skin, creating microchannels and delivering RF energy. More aggressive Morpheus treatments require sedation, nerve blocks, and most commonly tumescent infiltration of the treatment areas with dilute local anesthetic. Tumescent anesthesia lessens nerve risk injury, and allows for more aggressive skin tightening and fat contouring in the face. The entire treatment usually takes about 60-90 minutes.
Is a Morpheus treatment painful?
It depends. Very light Morpheus treatments, performed with just topical anesthetic, can be mildly uncomfortable though it varies considerably from individual to individual. Any discomfort during the treatment is typically minimal and well-tolerated. Any time during a treatment, a powerful cooling air (Zimmer cooler) may be used, and we always have inhalable laughing gas for those who wish to further improve the comfort.
Most of our local patients describe the sensation as mild prickling or tingling. Aggressive Morpheus treatments definitely carry discomfort under just topical and we don’t recommend topical in these cases. Aggressive treatments are performed under light sedation with nerve blocks and tumescent local is injected into the tissues.
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What areas can be treated with Morpheus microneedling?
Morpheus laser microneedling is often used on various face, neck, and body areas that may benefit from skin rejuvenation. These include concerns like fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks, and uneven skin texture.
Is this treatment safe for patients of all skin types?
Yes, the Morpheus laser microneedling treatment is considered safe for all skin types. The RF energy used in the treatment does not target specific pigments like traditional lasers do, making it suitable for darker ethnic skin tones as well. The RF energy is delivered at the tip, not along the shaft, of the morpheus needles only while they are under the skin.
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How many treatments are needed for optimal results?
The number of skin treatments varies depending on each individual’s unique concerns and goals. However, most patients see the best results with three monthly treatments. Some, however, may show significant improvement after just a single session.
How long do Morpheus results last?
This varies from individual to individual, but the results begin to really show between 2-6 months after the treatment(s) and peak at about a year. Depending upon several variables, repeat maintenance annually to once every 18 months tends to preserve and maintain the results best.
Does Morpheus have downtime?
The downtime is a few days for most. Some swelling and bruising may be present depending upon the power settings and outcome goals. Tiny micro scabs fall off the skin usually in 3-5 days. Many patients can work, workout and be active even the next day, but depending upon their own personally defined “social recovery” parameters they may not wish to be seen by others for 4-5 days. Texture irregularities can take a few weeks though rarely longer to improve, but these are generally fairly inconsequential or minimally noticeable to others.
Can Morpheus be performed with other treatments and surgery?
Absolutely. We perform hybrid IPL and Laser with Morpheus. Oftentimes Morpheus is also performed simultaneously with surgery to optimize skin quality. We commonly perform topical PRP (platelet rich plasma) with microneedling and laser treatments.
Is Morpheus a new treatment modality?
Morpheus microneedling is newer technology than laser skin treatments, but Dr. Burroughs began performing the first generation (“Fractora”) of Morpheus in 2016, and adopted the current Morpheus platform in 2020. Dr. Burroughs was amongst the very first in the state of Colorado to offer this technology, and is very experienced. Dr. Burroughs and his team have treated previously “failed” Morpheus treatments performed elsewhere with good success. Because Dr. Burroughs is a facial specialist, he fine tunes the treatments for both safety and maximal effect for our patients.
Where can I find out more about Morpheus microneedling treatment?
If you are looking for the best laser treatment for the face, we invite you to ask about the Morpheus microneedling treatment at Springs Aesthetics. Dr. John Burroughs and his team are here to provide this and many other skin services to enhance and transform the skin. Call (719) 749-3606 to schedule an upcoming consultation appointment at our office in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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John Burroughs, M.D.
Dr. John Burroughs specializes in eyelids, orbits, and faces and has performed over 20,000 related procedures. His role in oculofacial plastic surgeries has been highly appreciated.
He is an alumnus of the Air Academy High School, University of Texas, and Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine), Maryland. He later followed a transitional internship and ophthalmology residency in San Antonio, TX, and has decades of aesthetic treatment experience.
Dr. Burroughs is American Board of Ophthalmology-certified and is a Fellow of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Reconstructive Surgeons, the Oculofacial Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of many other associations. He is a lifelong learner and teacher.