When you want real change in skin texture, tone, firmness, or scarring, energy-based devices and microneedling can do what topical products alone can’t. They create controlled micro-injuries or deliver targeted energy that prompts the skin to repair itself and build new collagen.
At our Newton office, we offer a range of trusted technologies, from radiofrequency microneedling to gentle lasers. Your provider will recommend the device, or the combination, that suits your skin type and goals.
Your provider examines your skin type and history.
Together you choose a device and plan your sessions.
Treatment
Numbing cream is applied for more intensive treatments, and protective eyewear is used with lasers.
Sessions take 15 to 60 minutes.
Your provider adjusts settings throughout for comfort and safety.
Afterward
Expect redness for a day or two.
Some treatments cause mild swelling or a sandpaper feel.
Results improve over several weeks as collagen builds.
A series of treatments is often recommended, with sessions spaced a few weeks apart for the best long-term results.
Who is a good candidate?
Adults who want smoother, firmer, more even skin.
Acne scarring: You want to soften pitted or textured scars.
Sun damage: You have spots, redness, or uneven tone from years of sun exposure.
Loss of firmness: You’ve noticed laxity along the jawline or neck and want improvement without surgery.
Unwanted hair: You’re tired of shaving or waxing and want long-lasting hair reduction.
Before and after care
Before treatment
Avoid sun exposure and tanning.
Pause retinoids for several days.
Arrive with clean skin.
After treatment
Use gentle, fragrance-free skincare.
Wear sunscreen every day.
Avoid makeup, intense exercise, and heat for 24 hours, or as directed.
Keep skin moisturized while it heals.
Why choose KDR for laser and microneedling in Newton
Advanced devices deliver the best results in experienced hands. Our team tailors settings to your skin and guides you from consultation through recovery.
Trusted technology: We use proven, FDA-cleared devices.
Skilled providers: Our team is trained across every platform we offer.
Personalized plans: Treatment is matched to your skin type.
A comfortable setting: Our office at 415 Lexington Street in Auburndale is private, calm, and easy to reach from Newton’s villages and nearby towns like Waltham, Wellesley, and Brookline.
Frequently asked questions
Which treatment is right for me?
It depends on your skin type, concerns, and how much downtime you can plan for. We’ll recommend the best option during your consultation.
How many sessions will I need?
Many treatments work best as a series of three to six sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Laser hair removal usually needs six or more sessions.
Is there downtime?
Most treatments involve a day or two of redness. Deeper treatments such as Morpheus8® may need a few more days of recovery.
Does it hurt?
We use numbing cream for more intensive treatments, and most patients find them very tolerable.