Discover why choosing a medically trained provider for RF microneedling is essential for safety and results. Learn what to look for before your treatment.

Understanding RF Microneedling and Why Safety Comes First

RF Microneedling has become one of the most sought-after skin rejuvenation treatments. When performed by a qualified medical professional, it can deliver remarkable improvements in skin tone, texture, firmness, and overall collagen production, all without surgery.

But this is NOT a spa facial. RF Microneedling combines tiny needles with controlled radio frequency heat energy, working beneath the surface of the skin. The results can be transformative, but only when performed safely and precisely.

What the FDA Safety Alert Means for You?

Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication regarding RF microneedling devices after reports of complications such as:

• Burns and scarring
• Fat loss and irregular texture
• Nerve injury and prolonged sensitivity

The FDA’s recommendation is clear: RF Microneedling should be performed only by licensed, medically trained professionals who understand facial anatomy, skin biology, and safe energy parameters.

At St. Johns Aesthetics, we echo that message because your safety and outcome depend entirely on the hands behind the device and your bodies own response in the collagen remodeling process.

Don’t Groupon Your Face

It’s tempting to chase a deal, but RF Microneedling, along with other medical aesthetic treatments, aren't the place to cut corners.

Needles + heat + skin = medical treatment, not a coupon experiment. You would not Groupon your Cardiologist or Surgeon, don't do it for medical aesthetic treatments! Safety and Results first!

A lower price may come at a higher cost:

• The cheapest provider is rarely the most trained.
• Complications can cost far more than the discount saved.
• Your confidence and results deserve expert care.
• Your face isn’t replaceable, treat it that way.

My Qualifications and Patient Philosophy

At St. Johns Aesthetics & Wellness Center, patient safety is non-negotiable.

Lorie Carter, APRN brings:

• 15+ years of medical aesthetics experience
• Advanced certifications in energy-based rejuvenation
• Expertise as a trainer and educator for other providers
• A results-driven, safety-first treatment philosophy

Every RF Microneedling treatment begins with a thorough evaluation to determine candidacy, customize energy settings, and ensure medical precision throughout every session.

We follow strict sterilization protocols, provide continuous monitoring, and take a conservative, strategic approach designed for natural, balanced outcomes, never overdone.

What to Look for in a Qualified RF Microneedling Provider

Whether you visit us or another clinic, protect yourself by confirming:
✔ Licensed medical oversight (MD, APRN, PA)
✔ Extensive experience in facial aesthetics
✔ Familiarity with your skin type and condition
✔ Actual before-and-after photos of their work
✔ Transparent education and realistic expectations
✔ Willingness to say no when treatment isn’t appropriate

If your provider can’t clearly answer questions about depth, energy settings, or recovery, that’s your sign to walk away. If they guarantee amazing results; walk away. Unfortunately, there are no guarantees as to how your unique skin will respond. We can show you lots of beautiful results, and we know the science of these treatments works, but how will it look on you? That is the variable. 

The Takeaway: Expertise Equals Safety and Results

RF Microneedling can truly rejuvenate your skin, when performed correctly. Even so, there are always potential risks, even when done correctly. The best outcomes come from clinical experience, precision, and medical judgment.

So yes, we’ll say it again (with love):
Don’t Groupon Your Face. Cheap does not equal safety and good results. 
Choose training. Choose safety. Choose experience and natural looking results you’ll be proud of.

Ready to Learn More?

Patients visit us from across St. Johns County, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, and north St. Augustine for RF Microneedling because they value expertise and safety. Our clinic combines the comfort of a local aesthetic center with the advanced medical oversight you’d expect from a clinical setting.

📍 St. Johns Aesthetics & Wellness Center – Jacksonville / St. Augustine, FL
✨ Safe. Skilled. Results-Driven. Always.

Schedule a Consultation or contact us at (904) 710-0453.
We’re here to educate, never pressure.