Before the visit
Ask whether any medicines, skin products, recent procedures or active skin issues affect timing. Follow only the preparation instructions MACA gives you.
SkinPen · Your visit
What happens before, during and after SkinPen?
A SkinPen appointment starts with a clinical conversation. The provider checks your goals and suitability, explains the procedure and provides care instructions for your specific treatment.
At a glance
- Before
- Clinical assessment and consent
- Safety question
- New sterile cartridge for each session
- After
- Individual written care instructions
The short answer
The visit is more than the time with the device.
Expect a review of your skin and health history, consent and preparation before a trained provider treats the selected area. The clinician should explain the likely short-term effects, follow-up and when to seek help.
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What to consider
During treatment
A trained provider uses a microneedling device with a new sterile cartridge for each session. Ask about comfort measures and the expected appointment length.
Before you leave
Get the specific written aftercare plan, what effects are expected, which symptoms warrant a call and when a follow-up may be discussed.
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Questions for your consultation
- 01
What is being treated?
Agree on the treatment area and the specific goal before the procedure begins.
- 02
What safeguards are used?
The FDA recommends asking about provider training, device cleaning and a new cartridge for every patient and session.
- 03
What is the full plan?
Confirm the number of visits under discussion, spacing, total cost and how progress will be reviewed.
FAQ
Common questions
MACA’s confirmed office is in Boca Raton. Confirm the treatment location when scheduling.
How long is the appointment?
MACA has not confirmed a standard appointment length for this guide. Ask when scheduling; consultation and preparation add time beyond the device procedure.
Is a new needle cartridge used?
The FDA advises patients to ask and says reuse is unsafe. Confirm the practice’s process with the treating team.
Will I need several visits?
Possibly. The FDA notes that more than one procedure may be needed; the number is individualized.
Does the device deliver PRP or other products into skin?
The FDA says microneedling devices are not approved to deliver cosmetics, medicines, vitamins, drugs or blood products such as PRP into the skin. Ask about any separate procedure.
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Your SkinPen questions, with a local team
MACA Integrated Health & Wellness is led by Marcela Casas, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC. Its confirmed office is in Boca Raton. Confirm the location and availability of SkinPen consultations and treatment when scheduling.
Ask MACA about the full appointment length, treatment setting, and what to bring before traveling to the Boca Raton office.
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Explore SkinPen topics
Source documents
Review the FDA guidance and SkinPen clearance, then ask your clinician how they apply to your care.
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Discuss SkinPen with MACA
Ask about your goals, suitability and the current appointment options. Treatment decisions are made with a clinician; results vary.