Microneedling
Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Florham Park, NJ and Somerville, NJ
Collagen Induction To Revitalize Your Skin In New Jersey
Starting in our 20s, we lose a small percentage of collagen—the protein that gives skin its flexible structure—each year. Topical products may improve the skin’s appearance a bit, but you need to rebuild collagen to make the skin stronger. Skin needling or collagen induction therapy, better known as microneedling at New Jersey’s The Peer Group, is one way of restoring a younger-looking appearance and addressing a wide range of common skin issues. This treatment increases the production of the building blocks of healthy skin by creating controlled injuries below the surface, provoking the body to respond by building new tissue. Various forms of microneedling have been used in the skincare industry for decades, with the treatment improving over time to become more effective and comfortable.
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What is Microneedling?
Microneedling is an anti-aging treatment that supports the regeneration of skin tissue. This minimally invasive technique targets many types of skin concerns, including acne, hair loss on the scalp, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, loss of skin elasticity, scars, stretch marks, sun damage, fine lines, and wrinkles.
Procedure
Microneedling works by creating microscopic pinpricks in the outer layer of skin by puncturing the surface with tiny, sterilized needles between 0.5 and 2.5 millimeters in diameter. These needles are attached to an automated pen-like device, which is moved over the skin to create small columns that prompt a wound-healing response. While some people might be squeamish about the idea of needles, the points don’t go any deeper than the outer surface layer of the skin, and topical numbing cream is applied prior to the procedure to address any discomfort.
A session lasts anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes on average. Afterward, cream or serum may be applied to the skin to supercharge the results. Since the process creates small channels in the skin for a short time, active skin care ingredients can penetrate and be absorbed into the deeper layers of skin more effectively in the days after a session.
Recovery
There’s generally little to no discomfort involved in this treatment since a numbing cream is applied beforehand to reduce sensation. Recovery ranges from just a few hours to days, depending on a patient’s unique reaction. Mild skin irritation, redness, and bleeding are normal side effects that may occur for a few days after the treatment.
Results
The results from microneedling appear gradually, as it takes time for the cellular renewal process to occur. The skin typically looks more radiant and feels very soft within a few hours after a session. New collagen and elastin are formed within a few weeks, and the skin becomes plumper. Results last for several weeks. Patients may need multiple sessions for optimal results.
Costs
During your consultation, we will work with you to determine the best skin care method for your unique skin concerns and budget. The cost varies depending on the extent of the treatment, how many sessions the patient will need, and other details.
Other Skin Rejuvenation Treatments
Microneedling isn’t the only nonsurgical option for improving skin tone and texture. It can be used on its own or combined with other aesthetic skin care treatments available at The Peer Group. More options include dermaplaning to restore softer, cleaner skin by removing peach fuzz and dead skin, microdermabrasion for deeply exfoliating the skin’s surface, chemical peels for removing the skin’s outer damaged layer, and HydraFacial® and DiamondGlow® that keep skin hydrated and nourished. Dermal fillers are available for patients who want to minimize facial wrinkles and address some contour changes, while neuromodulators help to smooth muscle-related facial lines.
About Dr. Isaac Starker
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery
- Board certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)
- Education and training
- Undergraduate: New York University, 1977, B.A
- Medical School: New York University School of Medicine, June 1981, M.D
- Residency: Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, July 1986 – June 1988, Plastic Surgery, Chief Resident, July 1987 – June 1988
- Fellowship: The Roosevelt Hospital, Drs. J.W. Littler and R.G. Eaton, January 1989 – December 1989, Hand Surgery
- MD, NYU School of Medicine
- Plastic surgery training, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine (1981)
- Internship, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital (1981–1982)
- Residency, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital, Chief Resident (1982–1986)
- Hospital affiliations
- Morristown Medical Center
- Attending, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- Attending, St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
- Attending, St. Luke's/Roosevelt Emergency Department (1988–1989)
- Memberships
- American Medical Association
- Medical Society of New Jersey
- Morris County Medical Society
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2005)
- President of the medical staff, Morristown Memorial Hospital (2008-2009)
- Board of Trustees, Atlantic Health System (2008-2010)
- Chief, Plastic Surgery Section, Morristown Medical Center (most recently 2014 and 2015)
- Served on his local Board of Health for many years
- Lipoplasty Society of North America (1998–2000)
- Leo M. Davidoff Society
- Beta Lambda Sigma Honor Society
- Caducean Premed Honor Society
- Secretary/Treasurer, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2004–2005)
- Vice President, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2006–2007)
- Chairman, Atlantic Health Leadership Committee (2010)
- Vice-Chairman, Department of Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (Dec. 2010 – present)
- Section Chief, Plastic Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (2014–2016)
- Member, Board of Health, Madison, NJ (1996–2007)
- Member, Executive Committee, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (1998–2007)
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006–2007)
- Trustee, Peer Foundation for Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation (2005-present)
- Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Women's Health, 2024
- Top Doctors, Morris & Essex Magazine, 2025
- Top Doctors 2024: Plastic Surgery, Castle Connolly
- Top Doctor, NJ Monthly 2006-2019
- Top Doctors, Millburn-Short Hills Magazine 2016
- Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd., Top Docs NY Metro Area 2007-2012, 2016, 2019-2022
- Castle Connolly, Regional Top Doctor 2012, 2013
- NJ Savvy Living, 2006-2009
- NJ Savvy Living, New Jersey’s Best Beauty Doctor, Feb. 2010 Issue, Jan. 2011 Issue
- America’s Cosmetic Doctors, 1st Edition, 2004
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2010-2018
- Top Doctors for Women’s Health, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2015 and 2016
- Top Doctors for Cancer, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2014-2016
- Best Doctors, Inc., Best Doctors in America, Listed consecutively since 1996-2016
- Consumers’ Research Council of America, Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2010-2012
- Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon, The Daily Record Reader’s Choice, 2009-2010
- 2013 Vitals Patient Choice Award
- 2014 Vitals Top 10 Doctor
- NJ Top Docs
- America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, Newsweek, 2024
- Top Doc, New Jersey Monthly magazine (1996, 1998, 2006–2018)
- Best Dr.'s In America, Northeast Region, Woodward/White (1996–1997)
- Best Dr.'s in NY Metro Area, Castle/Connolly (1999–2021)
- Best Doctors, Best Doctors, Inc. (2001–2014)
- America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists Consumer Guide (2003, 2006)
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey magazine (2011–2021)
- New Jersey Best Beauty Doctor, NJSavvy Living (February 2010)
- Cum Laude, New York University
- Founder's Day Award, New York University
- Dean's List, New York University
- Glover C. Arnold Award for excellence in Surgery, New York University School of Medicine
- Certificate of Distinction as Outstanding House Officer, Leo M. Davidoff Society, Montefiore Medical Center
- NPI
- 1932175536
- Offices
- Florham Park · Somerville
