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Microneedling offers men and women from Vancouver, Burnaby, and beyond a safe and minimally invasive way to transform their skin’s texture and quality. Our practice, led by a board-certified physician, provides medical-grade microneedling with Dermapen® 4 for superior skin rejuvenation.
Heights Laser Centre
3992 Hastings St.
Burnaby, BC V5C6C1
Phone: (604) 298-4481
Monday–Friday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
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Revitalize Your Complexion
Dermapen 4 can effectively treat acne scars and aging skin on the neck and décolleté. But that’s not where the benefits end! Microneedling can address several other complexion concerns, including:
How Dermapen 4 Microneedling Works
The handheld Dermapen device features 12 microneedles that “stamp” the skin. The depth is carefully calibrated to activate the body’s regenerative healing response without triggering scar tissue formation. The treatment is a form of collagen induction therapy, which stimulates new collagen production for healthy, resilient skin from the inside out.
Thanks to its advanced technologies, Dermapen 4 is the only digitalized microneedling device that prevents the needles from dragging across the skin. As a result, patients enjoy a safer and more comfortable treatment.
A Dermapen 4 treatment involves the following stages:
- The microneedles create controlled damage to the skin, causing the patient’s immune system to increase blood flow to the area and begin making new tissue to support the wounds.
- Collagen production begins to assist in the healing process.
- New collagen- and elastin-rich dermal tissues replace the micro-wounds, improving the skin’s texture, appearance, and elasticity.
DermaPen 4 Benefits
Patients get a smoother complexion and brighter, clearer skin. They may even notice some skin tightening effects after their treatment. Dermapen 4 even has dedicated treatment settings to address different types of scar tissue.
Unlike some energy-based microneedling devices or laser treatments, we can safely use Dermapen 4 on all six Fitzpatrick skin types without causing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or skin lightening in darker skin tones.
Patients seeking a more comprehensive transformation of their skin can combine microneedling with other treatments, including HydraFacial or eMatrix™ sublative laser skin resurfacing. During your consultation, we will work with you to determine the optimal treatment protocol to achieve your desired results.
Our Team of Skin Care Experts in Metro Vancouver
Under the rigorous medical supervision of Dr. Perhez Jaffer and Dr. Femida Kherani, Heights Laser Centre features a dedicated team, each member bringing years of specialized expertise in cosmetic and laser treatments. United by a passion for client care, our staff excels in personalized service, ensuring a warm, professional, and supportive experience for every patient.
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Your Microneedling Session
Your Dermapen 4 microneedling session begins with a gentle cleansing to remove sunscreen, makeup, or surface oils. The Dp Dermaceuticals™ Tri-Phase Cleanser progresses from a balm to a gel and, finally, to a milk to hydrate, purify, and nourish the skin.
We then apply a personalized serum that serves multiple valuable functions:
- Protects against friction and abrasion
- Allows the device to glide smoothly over the skin
- Ensures that active ingredients enter the skin through the micro-channels
We administer the Dermapen 4 device to the skin at varying needle depths. Although the procedure will create thousands of micro-punctures over a 30-minute session, it is well-tolerated by patients. Most patients feel pressure, warmth, and a mild scratching sensation but rarely pain.
Dermapen 4 Microneedling Results
Your skin may be red, warm, and sensitive (similar to a mild to moderate sunburn) for 2 to 3 days after treatment. As your skin heals and the tissue remodels itself, you will see improvements in your skin’s quality and texture. Most results are visible within 2 weeks, though full results can take up to 2 months to develop as the skin regenerates itself.
Microneedling Treatment Protocol
Most patients will need at least 3 Dermapen treatments (spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart) to experience the entire range of benefits. However, the results can be enjoyed for up to 2 years before any follow-up treatments are needed.
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Dermapen 4 FAQ
Is Dermapen 4 safe?
Dermapen 4 is a medical-grade skin rejuvenation device that is very safe when administered by a qualified medical professional. It has built-in mechanisms to minimize the possibility of cross-contamination and ensure single use.
Is microneedling really an effective treatment for large pores?
While you may need multiple treatments, microneedling can reduce pore size by generating collagen and causing the skin to regenerate, repair, and restructure (remodelling).
Is microneedling or BOTOX better at removing wrinkles and anti-aging?
These treatments work in different ways and address different types of wrinkles, so one isn’t better than the other. BOTOX COSMETIC® smooths out dynamic wrinkles caused by facial muscle contractions, such as crow’s feet and frown lines. Microneedling reduces fine lines and crepiness across the skin’s surface caused by collagen loss. A combination of the two treatments can provide excellent wrinkle reduction.
Can microneedling tighten skin?
Microneedling firms and tightens mildly lax skin by gradually increasing collagen. For more noticeable skin tightening without surgery, consider Sublime™ skin tightening, which combines infrared light and bipolar radiofrequency energy.
Can microneedling lift jowls?
Microneedling can reduce early jowling when performed on the cheeks, along the jawline, and under the chin. For mild to moderate jowling, Sublime non-invasive skin tightening is an excellent choice. Dermal fillers can replace facial volume for additional lifting. Our doctors will create a personalized treatment plan to address your unique concerns during your consultation.
When shouldn’t Dermapen 4 be used?
Dermapen cannot be used on active acne breakouts or other lesions, on people with bleeding disorders, pregnant or nursing women, and people who have taken medication containing isotretinoin (such as Accutane) in the last 6 months.
What are the downsides to microneedling?
These treatments cause temporary side effects, such as redness, dryness, and flakiness, which you should consider when timing your treatment. Microneedling does not treat brown spots or redness, but may be combined with IPL photorejuvenation, if those are also your concerns.
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From the moment you step through the door at Heights Laser Centre, you are not just a client—you are family. Safety isn’t just a protocol here; it’s a promise. In our relaxing, physician-led medical spa, where state-of-the-art technology meets decades of expertise, each treatment is an intersection of science and artistry, tailored just for you.
Request a consultation using the online form, or call our centre at (604) 298-4481 to schedule your appointment.
