RF Microneedling in Kenosha
Junith M. Thompson, M.D. SC

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About RF Microneedling in Kenosha
What is Radio Frequency (RF)?
How RF Works
Collagen is remodeled and Elastin is improved through the wound healing response.
- Heat is applied to the epidermis creating an Inflammatory Phase (1-3 days)
a. Early contraction of blood vessels (5-10 minutes)
b. Vasodilation in order to increase blood supply (multiple hours to 1-3 days)
c. Cells (macrophages, neutrophils, etc) infiltrate the damaged area to
remove dead/damaged tissue and destroy bacteria. - Proliferative Phase – 3 weeks
Ongoing Process to repair tissue
a. Day 2-3 – Fibroblast activity is induced in damaged tissue. Fibroblasts multiply,
send mediators to stimulate repair, combining with damaged tissue
b. Day 5-7 – Fibroblasts begin synthesis of collagen. (Day 7-21)
c. Day 7-21 – Old collagen is removed by collagenase - Maturation Phase – 3 weeks to 6 months and beyond
a. New collagen is generated
b. Elastin becomes more uniform and the quality is improved