DP4 microneedling in Oakville uses the Dermapen 4, a professional microneedling pen, to create tiny controlled channels in the skin that may prompt your own collagen renewal. It is generally considered for uneven texture, fine lines, the look of enlarged pores and acne scarring on the face and neck.
Change builds gradually over weeks to months and usually takes a series of sessions, so we start with an honest assessment of your skin and of whether microneedling is the right tool for your concern at all.
Collagen induction therapy, delivered with the Dermapen 4 pen.
Microneedling is also known as collagen induction therapy. Very fine needles create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, and those tiny channels start the skin’s natural wound healing response. Growth factors are released and, over the following months, the skin may lay down new collagen, while the outer layer of the skin stays largely intact.
DP4 is short for Dermapen 4, the pen we use for Dermapen microneedling at our clinic. Its needle depth is adjusted by your provider to the area being treated and the concern you want to address, rather than set to one number for everyone. We do not publish depth settings, because the right setting depends on your skin and is decided at your appointment.
Because the surface of the skin is not removed the way it is with ablative resurfacing, microneedling can be repeated as a series, and it is often considered where laser or deeper peels are less suitable. In a 2021 advisory, Health Canada said no microneedling devices had been authorized for at-home use, which is one reason this treatment belongs in a clinical setting.
DP4 microneedling is one of our minimally invasive treatments, and it follows the same consultation-first approach as everything else we do.
Texture, fine lines, pores and acne scarring, with honest limits.
Microneedling works on the quality of the skin itself. People most often ask us about it for:
Acne scarring is where much of the published research on microneedling sits. Our guide to microneedling for acne scars explains which scar types tend to respond, how many sessions are usually involved and what microneedling will not fix. If you are weighing it against a lighter surface treatment, our microneedling vs chemical peel comparison sets the two side by side.
What microneedling does not do is lift loose skin. If laxity along the jaw or neck is your main concern, Sofwave skin tightening is usually the more relevant conversation. For hydration and overall skin quality, skin boosters may suit you better, and for some resurfacing goals laser skin rejuvenation is an alternative.
A consultation first, then a methodical treatment.
Microneedling is not painless. Sensation varies from person to person and generally increases with needle depth, so your provider will explain what to expect and discuss comfort measures with you beforehand. Your provider gives you written aftercare for microneedling so you know how to look after your skin in the days that follow, and our general aftercare guidance for our in-clinic treatments covers several of our other treatments.
Most people need a series rather than a single visit. Published reviews describe sessions spaced roughly three to eight weeks apart, with more sessions generally needed for scarring than for texture or fine lines, and deeper treatment calling for longer gaps. The number of sessions for you is set at your consultation.
Screening matters as much as the treatment itself.
Microneedling is not right for everyone, and some people simply need to wait. We generally postpone treatment, or suggest another route, if you have:
We generally recommend waiting until after pregnancy, as Health Canada lists pregnancy among the higher risk groups for microneedling. If you have taken isotretinoin, tell us, and the timing of your treatment is decided with our medical director. Microneedling can be suitable for many skin tones. Because deeper skin tones may be more prone to temporary darkening, we assess your skin and adjust your plan.
Screening decisions like these are made under the medical direction of Dr. Andrea Garcia, MD CCFP, which shapes how each microneedling plan here is assessed and explained. Meet the team behind your care.
DP4 Microneedling Pricing in Oakville
A DP4 microneedling treatment for the face is $375, and a treatment for the face and neck is $450. Because most people need a series, your overall total depends on the number of sessions set at your consultation. For how that adds up, see our full microneedling cost guide, or review our complete price list before you book.
Questions about microneedling and your skin, answered.
If your question is not answered here, our team is happy to help. The clearest answer usually comes from a consultation, where your provider can assess your skin directly.
Explore our microneedling guides and related skin treatments in Oakville.
If texture, fine lines or acne scarring are what bother you, a consultation is the place to start. We will look at your skin, tell you honestly whether microneedling is likely to help, and explain how many sessions may be worthwhile. Patients visit us from Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga and Milton.
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