Morpheus8

Rejuvenate Your Skin with Morpheus8® in Norfolk, VA

Morpheus8 is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate your body's natural collagen and elastin production. This advanced technology improves skin firmness, texture, and tone while reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and skin laxity. Common treatment areas include the face, neck, jawline, and other areas affected by skin aging.

Treatments are typically quick with minimal downtime. Results develop gradually as new collagen forms, with continued improvement over the following weeks and months. A series of treatments may be recommended to achieve optimal results.

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Your Morpheus8® Treatment Plan

  • Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 1–2 weeks before treatment, and apply SPF daily to protect your skin.
  • Discontinue retinoids, exfoliating acids, and other irritating skincare products several days before treatment as directed by your provider.
  • Avoid aspirin, NSAIDs, and supplements that may increase bruising (such as fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, and ginkgo) unless approved by your physician.
  • Arrive with a clean face free of makeup, lotions, or skincare products on the treatment area.
  • Inform your provider of any active skin conditions, medications, or recent treatments to ensure Morpheus8 is safe and appropriate for you.
  • Mild redness, swelling, warmth, or sensitivity is common after Morpheus8® and typically improves within a few days.
  • Avoid makeup, harsh skincare products, retinoids, and exfoliants for at least 24–48 hours or as directed by your provider.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, saunas, and heat exposure for 24–48 hours after treatment.
  • Protect your skin from sun exposure by wearing SPF daily and avoiding direct sun for the first several days.
  • Follow your provider’s skincare recommendations and avoid additional facial treatments until your skin has fully healed.
  • Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, or bruising may occur and can last up to 1–2 weeks.
  • Follow the 5-5-5 massage rule: massage treated areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days.
  • Avoid makeup, strenuous exercise, alcohol, and excessive sweating for 24 hours.
  • Avoid extreme heat, cold, direct sun exposure, facials, lasers, massages, dental work, and other facial treatments for 2 weeks. Wear SPF daily.
  • Sleep with your head elevated and avoid pressure on the treated areas for the first few nights.
  • Results develop gradually over several weeks as collagen production increases. Multiple Sculptra® treatments may be recommended for optimal results.
  • Contact our office if you experience increasing pain, persistent lumps, unusual discoloration, or signs of infection.

Morpheus8® FAQs

Morpheus8® is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to stimulate collagen and elastin production. It helps improve skin firmness, texture, and tone while reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and skin laxity.

Morpheus8® uses tiny microneedles to deliver controlled RF energy into the deeper layers of the skin. This process stimulates collagen remodeling, tightens tissue, and promotes smoother, firmer-looking skin over time.

During your appointment, your provider will evaluate your skin concerns and create a personalized treatment plan. The treatment area is cleansed, numbing cream may be applied for comfort, and the Morpheus8® device is used to deliver microneedling and RF energy. Sessions typically take 30–60 minutes depending on the areas treated.

developing over the following months as collagen production increases. A series of treatments may be recommended for optimal results.

Morpheus8® requires minimal downtime. Redness, swelling, warmth, and sensitivity are common after treatment and typically improve within a few days. Most patients can resume normal activities shortly after their appointment while following post-treatment care instructions.