Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that encourages collagen production using tiny, sterilized needles. It may help smooth, firm, and tone skin and improve the appearance of scars, acne, and wrinkles
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that encourages collagen production using tiny, sterilized needles. It may help smooth, firm, and tone skin and improve the appearance of scars, acne, and wrinkles
As we age, our bodies stop being able to repair and maintain themselves. In the skin, this can be seen from the surface (fine lines, wrinkles, poor texture) as the internal structure (collagen & elastin) degrades.
It helps to stimulate new collagen production and promote growth factor release such as platelet derived growth factor (PGF), transforming factor alpha and beta (TGF-A and TGF-B), and fibroblast growth factor (FGF). This growth factor release stimulates fibroblasts that promote collagen deposition that helps to smooth, firm, and tone the skin. It has been shown to reduce the appearance of acne, scars, dark spots, wrinkles, and large pores. It can also help with stretch markers and prevent aging. Recently it has been used to promote hair regrowth in thinning hair.
Fine sterile needles, or “microneedles” repeatedly pierce the stratum corneum (or the outermost layer of your skin) producing microscopic “channels” in the dermis (the middle layer of your skin). These small wounds lead to the release of growth factors stimulating the formation of new collagen, elastin, and neovascularization in the dermis.
It’s considered safe for most people who are in overall good health, but like all cosmetic procedures, it can carry some risks.
Microneedling isn’t as invasive as plastic surgery, with minimal recovery time. Most people require minimal downtime, if any at all. You may notice skin irritation and redness within the first few days of the procedure. This is a natural response to the minor “injuries” made by the needles in your skin. If you’re comfortable, you can return to work or school after the procedure. It’s best to let your skin heal before applying makeup (wait about 2-3 days).
It can be contraindicated for people who use certain acne medications, those with active acne, those that are prone to keloid formation, or those with moderate to severe psoriasis or eczema. Your skin will also be more sensitive to the sun, so be sure to apply sunscreen. Still, dermatologists typically recommend waiting one week before exposing your skin to sunlight or harsh chemicals. If needed, use mild facial products, such as gentle cleansers and HLA serum, for the first 5-7 days.
Profuse sweating should also be avoided for the initial 5-7 day recovery period or as tolerated as sweat can be irritating to healing skin.
After microneedling, your skin works fairly quickly to rejuvenate new tissue. You may see results within a couple of weeks. You’ll likely need multiple sessions or complementary treatments to maintain the results. Ideal results are achieved after 3-4 sessions 1 month apart. Then every 3-6 months for maintenance. Typically you will continue to see improvement in your skin 6-8 months after the last treatment. The changes become more subtle as time progresses but usually plateau around this time. This is why we recommended reviewing your skin and a maintenance session 6 months after the last treatment.
Overall, consult with your medical provider if you are able to do microneedling procedures as there can be some conditions that may not be conducive with microneedling.
Microneedling is less expensive than laser therapy and may work better for some people. Laser treatments involve heat, which can affect skin pigmentation.
People with darker skin tones may prefer microneedling to laser therapy because of safety concerns associated with certain types of laser treatments on skin of color.
To enhance the renewal process, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can be added. This is where we use the clients own blood to remove platelets and other growth factors. We apply this topically during microneedling while the microchannels from the procedure are still open to allow those growth factors to penetrate the skin and enhance the anti-aging effects. PRP (as well as exosomes and/or red light therapy) can speed up the healing process of your skin).
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Although the treatment is safe for all skin types there are certain medical conditions that exclude you from having a treatment. These include active acne vulgaris, rosacea, active skin infections, raised keloid scars, actinic keratosis and other non-melanoma & melanoma skin cancers, eczema, psoriasis, sebaceous hyperplasia and open wounds. If you suffer from severe cold sores you may wish to take your cold sore medication before each treatment. Please consult with your medical provider with you any health concerns you may have before you commence the treatment.
The concept of micro needling is not a new science and dates back to the 1950's. The idea is based on the skin’s ability to repair itself whenever it encounters physical damage. In this case thousands of minute wounds are created in the skin by highly precise, sterile needles. Immediately after the injury occurs the skin disperses old damaged connective tissue and replaces it with new. RP2 micro needling allows for controlled induction of the skin’s self-repair mechanism by creating micro “injuries” in the skin which triggers new collagen synthesis yet does not pose the risk of permanent scarring. The result is smoother, firmer and younger looking s kin and fainter scars/stretchmarks.
The whole procedure is normally completed within 60 minutes depending on the required treatment and anatomical site. Your practitioner will explain the treatment, the risks and benefits and will guide you through a full skin consultation before we gain your consent. Before the procedure commences a topical anesthetic (in the form of a cream) is applied to your skin. This numbs your skin and ensures that you are comfortable during the treatment. After the skin is numbed, your practitioner will gently move the device over your skin to puncture the epidermis layers of the skin and create minute sub-cutaneous injuries. These microscopic wounds close within 3-5 minutes, but that's enough to stimulate new collagen deposition which may last for up to a year. You may experience some pain, particularly around the sensitive areas of your face such as around the eyes.
After the procedure your skin will show signs of redness or erythema and will appear similar to moderate sunburn. There may be some slight swelling. The redness and swelling will begin to subside 24-48 hours after the treatment. By day 3 the erythema and swelling subside and the skin takes on a pink colour, there is barely any evidence that the procedure has taken place. During the first 3 days you will also experience some skin tightness, dryness and mild sensitivity to touch on the areas that have been treated. This diminishes greatly following the treatment and over the next 2-3 days. Your practitioner will recommend rescue skincare to help soothe and protect the skin and enhance the results. After treatment we always recommend a sunblock.
You can return to your regular makeup routine after 2-3 days, at which point your skin will appear almost normal. You must however continue to use a high factor sunscreen and any topical products specifically recommended by your practitioner. Suitable medical camouflage can be used immediately post treatment. Your practitioner will discuss with you any concerns you have about returning to your routine makeup regime.
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PRP contains growth factors to help with cell reproduction and stimulate tissue regeneration and healing in the treated area.
Similar to PRP in its goal in how it aims to heal, PRF contains both growth factors and structural molecules to help aid in treating affected areas.
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Seema first came on almost 2 years ago to work for a separate company owned by the Wells’s. Her and her family have been patients of Dr. Wells at Whole Health for years so for her to find this opportunity was not a far stretch! Though she often works “on the other side”, because the two businesses are right next to each other, in her free time during work she has crossed over to help in a variety of ways whenever she has free time during the work day. She can be seen helping scribe for our providers when the need arises, helping with packing and shipping supplements as time allows, and many other little things. You can say that she is a jacquelyn-of-all-trades! Whichever role she is working in, she truly felt like “God was calling [her] to work at Whole Health” and it has abundantly been a blessing to both her and to us!
Seema graduated with an undergraduate degree in Neuroscience at Trinity University and she is currently studying and attending classes to apply for PA school. So to be in the jobs that she has been in, has been a great testimony that the Lord orchestrated her steps to have this experience already as she goes back to school!
Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks, working outside on her family’s farm, reading, and doing yarn crafts.
As a former EMT and a relatively new Houstonian, when Wyatt first applied for the position, he applied to be a patient advocate. At the time, store and IV associate was in more need, so he was hired for that position. He graciously accepted the offer and served that position with a smile, always learning and striving to help patients and staff feel safe and at home. Both patients and staff alike soon grew to love his humor, friendliness, and heart. He has loved getting to know the patients and making those personable connections with them. Whether talking about sad and hard to take news, obnoxious conspiracy theories, snake bites, or just friendly conversation, he has enjoyed developing those relationships with both patients and staff alike.
After working at that position for a little over a year, his original intent to be a patient advocate came true! He has transitioned seamlessly and helps patients with even greater intentionality, heart, and personableness as before. Like Michelle, he is another bridge from provider to patient when questions need to be answered. He has enjoyed being a part of each patient’s health journey and their path to healing.
When his boots aren’t striding in the office, you will find him, his wife, and three boys loving the outdoors. They enjoy camping (the true, primitive kind), hiking, and hunting. He loves connecting with God’s nature and creation. He also loves to play board games and host game nights with friends.
When Pat and her husband first moved to Orlando in 2012, her husband encouraged her to follow after her dreams. She had desired to do something in the medical field for years. She was intrigued by how you can find out so much about a person by their blood. She got her Phlebotomy certificate and started working at a hospital.
In 2017, her husband went to Houston to help with the Hurricane Harvey clean up. He felt like that there was where they were supposed to be, so she started looking for a job. She really wanted to be in a doctor’s office where she could learn, and also be able to share God’s love with others. After several months of looking, and much prayer, God opened a door for her to become a phlebotomist with the Whole Health team. In her years she has worked in the office, she has not only learned so much, but she has been able to enjoy ministering to patients whether it was treating them, listening to their story, or simply just loving on them. From children to adults, she was adored by many.
In November 2021, her and her husband felt called to move back to Florida, this time to North Ft Myers, to pastor a church. Though working remotely, she still contributes tremendously to the practice. She does the practical job of filing faxes, labs, and so forth, as well as does research for some treatments. However, she still fulfills the ministering part of her job by mailing cards to patients in need of a prayer, word of encouragement, or just a simple Happy Birthday.
She loves being a mom and a grandma and adores spending time with her children and grandchildren!
Coming from being a receptionist at car dealerships, she was introduced to our practice through her friend, Meg Hanley, who just so happened to be one of our providers! Seeking for a fresh start on a new job path, Kayleb took the opportunity to become a front receptionist with us.
Being a receptionist is no small job and she has been thriving greatly! From getting patient appointments set up for the day, talking to patients, relaying calls to the right person, and checking people in, she has done it with such thoroughness, care, and a smile. She has loved creating personable relationships with the patients she interacts with. She has also enjoyed getting to know her co-workers as well. Her words, “best work environment I’ve come to know”.
Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with family, going to the beach, and traveling.
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In Mariela’s first year with us, she started off as our front receptionist. Through her experience then, she found her niche in handling billing and accounts for our patients, thus bore the role that she has today. While that is her primary job, she is still always willing to lend a hand in checking in or checking out patients or any other small task when things get backed up. Whichever job she is doing, she always makes an effort to make our patients’ experience as personable and comfortable as possible.
Before joining us, she has done a wide array of jobs over the years and even attended ministry school (fun fact)! The dynamic skills and experience she has acquired in those environments has shaped her in who she is today. She loves her work family and to be able to work in a Christian-centric environment, where she continually is being shaped into the beautiful human being she is.
In her spare time, she enjoys time with her dog, Oreo, watching funny videos, and listening to her favorite music artists (her favorite being Michael Bublé).
Patient Advocate doesn’t even begin to describe Michelle’s integral role in our practice. Though her role is primarily known to be a bridge between the provider and patient to answer questions, you can make a laundry list of all the things she helps our staff and patients with on a daily basis. She wears many hats, which isn’t too far off from the job she had as a former high school teacher (plus being a mom of 4).
To quote it simply, she believes it was true “divine intervention” that the door was opened for her to join our team. She has demonstrated such leadership and compassion to everything she does. To be able to work in a faith-filled environment on a daily basis to minister to others and pray with them has been such a blessing to her. Combine that with being able to work with an incredible team and interact with our beloved patients, it has been an amazing and purposeful experience.
When not being the “office mom”, she loves being a mom to her kids alongside her husband, Humberto. Sports run heavily in the family, so she will be seen running around with them, cheering them on in any sport they participate in.
While relatively new to our team, Brant has fully immersed himself in the medical realm for about 4 years. Before that, he was a middle school science teacher for more than 20 years, but was always fascinated by the medical field, thus prompted the switch in career paths. One of his passions has always been to help people so in some ways, his jump from helping kids to helping patients with their health is not that far off!
Brant handles much of the supplement sales and always makes sure that our patients, especially our IV ones, feel supported and cared for optimally and personably. As he has been working here, he has been learning something new every day, which always excites him. He also enjoys seeing the teamwork it takes to support everyone from patients to staff.
Along with learning new things, he loves traveling and animals, both of which he enjoys with his wife.
Evelyn has been with the Whole Health family for about 2 years now. You wouldn’t believe it when we say that she studied both her undergrad and master’s in Education! After being a teacher for 5 years, the Lord called her to move elsewhere. Unexpectedly taking a gap year, doing temporary jobs in between, she then was introduced to job openings at Whole Health through a mutual connection. Long story short, she has molded into her role of Design and Marketing Administrator. She manages graphical designs, delegates our supplement store business, and markets for all the things we offer and continue to expand to offer at Whole Health. She is discovering new passions, gifts, and skills as well as developing old ones through her job and enjoys helping even in the smallest of details.
Evelyn enjoys serving in her home church, listening to worship music, spending time with the ones she loves, and eating her favorite foods and cuisines. She hopes to travel more in the future as she also loves exploring nature and God’s creation.