Edmonton, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/11/2014 -- Micro-needling is a relatively new technique which is attracting more attention as its application extends and its benefits become more widely appreciated by doctors & patients. It is a device which uses many very fine needles (up to 120 at a time) and it is used to treat different skin problems and challenges. The action of the needles stimulates the collagen in the skin, and the local blood circulation, which promotes healing and is one of the reasons it is used for skin rejuvenation.

This week on Inside Cosmetic Surgery Today, on webtalkradio.net, show host, Edmonton Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr Barry Lycka, discusses micro-needling with his guest, Dr Ashraf Badawi, micro-needling & laser expert from Cairo University.

In this in-depth interview, Dr Badawi & Dr Lycka begin by explaining what exactly is micro-needling, and how it works on the skin to promote healing and treat various common skin problems. Dr Badawi then talks about each problem in turn – acne scars, large pores, active acne, stretch marks, skin rejuvenation. The two doctors also discuss problems for which the device is being investigated, including a trial by Dr Lycka of using micro-needling for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), and also trans-dermal delivery of topical medication directly into the skin where it is needed and most effective. This is being used to treat melasma. Treating some types of hair loss is also being investigated as a possible use for micro-needling, as is treating keloid scars.

Dr Lycka & Dr Badawi also compare the results from micro-needling with typical fractional laser treatments for the same conditions, particularly comparing results and downtime / recovery for patients.

About Dr Barry Lycka
Barry A. S. Lycka, Edmonton based Cosmetic Dermatologist, is one of North America's foremost authorities on cosmetic surgery, skin cancer surgery, reconstructive surgery and laser surgery of the skin. He broadcasts the Inside Cosmetic Surgery Today internet talk radio show on webtalkradio.net as an un-biased and detailed source of credible information on cosmetic surgery. He interviews world-leading experts, gets the inside story on the controversial aspects of cosmetic surgery and uncovers & explains new techniques and products. The show continues to grow in popularity with over 7000 downloads a week being made.

For further information on this series or any other questions relating to Cosmetic Dermatology, Dr Lycka can be contacted via his website barrylyckamd.com or by telephone at his Edmonton office (780) 665-3548.