RF Microneedling (Potenza)

RF Microneedling at Facial Harmony

Potenza is a radiofrequency (RF) microneedling medical device that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered into the skin.

At Facial Harmony Skin & Dental in Box Hill, Potenza treatments are individually planned following assessment. Treatment depth, settings and technique may be adjusted according to the treatment area, your skin characteristics and individual treatment plan.

What is Potenza RF Microneedling?

Potenza uses fine needles to create controlled microchannels in the skin while radiofrequency energy is delivered through the treatment tip. It is one of several skin treatments offered at Facial Harmony.

Whether RF microneedling is appropriate for you – and what it may or may not be able to address – depends on your skin, your concerns and your medical history. This is assessed during consultation. We don’t list what the treatment “targets” here, because whether it suits you is a clinical question rather than a general one, and we’d rather discuss that with you directly than set an expectation before we’ve seen your skin.

How does Potenza work?

During treatment, fine needles enter the skin at a selected depth while radiofrequency energy is delivered to the targeted tissue. Potenza offers different treatment tips, depths and settings, allowing the approach to be adjusted according to the area being treated and your skin characteristics.

Rather than using the same settings for every patient, treatment parameters at Facial Harmony are selected following individual assessment.

What to expect

Before treatment, your practitioner will assess your skin, discuss your concerns and determine whether RF microneedling may be appropriate for you. A topical anaesthetic may be applied beforehand to assist with comfort. During the procedure, the Potenza handpiece is passed over the treatment area using settings selected for your individual plan.

Risks and recovery

Redness, warmth, swelling and tenderness can occur following RF microneedling. Some people may also experience temporary dryness, sensitivity, pinpoint marks or bleeding, bruising or temporary changes in skin appearance.

Other risks and complications may occur and can vary depending on the treatment area, settings used, skin characteristics and individual medical history.

Before treatment, your practitioner will discuss the risks relevant to you, together with expected recovery, aftercare and precautions.

Recovery varies between individuals. Some people may need to modify skincare, sun exposure, exercise or other activities during the recovery period depending on their treatment and response.

When will I see changes?

Changes following RF microneedling develop gradually and individual responses vary.

The number of treatments and the intervals between them depend on your skin, treatment area, individual goals and response. A treatment plan is therefore discussed following assessment rather than assuming everyone requires the same number of sessions.

Potenza at Facial Harmony

Potenza treatments are provided with an assessment-led, individualised approach. We consider your skin characteristics, concerns, treatment history and goals when discussing whether treatment is appropriate and how it may be performed. Before proceeding, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss expected outcomes and limitations, potential risks and side effects, recovery, aftercare and costs.

Important Information

RF microneedling is not suitable for everyone. Individual outcomes and recovery vary, and treatment cannot guarantee a particular cosmetic result. Your practitioner will assess suitability and discuss relevant risks and alternatives before treatment.