FAQs
What is Acupuncture?
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Acupuncture, one of the modalities of Chinese Medicine, is the insertion of very thin needles into areas of the body. Acupuncturists choose these areas to needle based off of answers to questions, your radial pulse, and looking at your tongue. These needles help stimulate nerve pathways and releases endorphins, promotes relaxation, reduces inflammation, and enhances blood flow, which promotes healing and reduces pain.
How long are treatments?
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Your initial appointment is 90 minutes, and follow-up appointments are 60 minutes. Microneedling, Nanoneedling, and AcuGlow are 60 minutes. Ear Acupuncture appointments are 45 minutes. Scar treatments are 30 minutes.
How often do I need Acupuncture ?
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We typically start with one treatment a week for four weeks. After those four weeks, we reassess how you are feeling and determine how often you need treatment. My goal is to get you feeling better so you only have to return for wellness or maintenance treatments. A general rule of thumb is one month of treatment for every year you have had the issue.
Acute issues are often best treated with treatment at least twice a week. When working on underlying issues (working through the issue), treatment is most effective once a week. When making adjustments and fine tuning the body, treatment is best every 2-3 weeks. For maintenance, once a month is ideal. However, we will work with you and what your schedule and budget allows.
What does Licensed Acupuncturist mean?
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Licensed Acupuncturists are the only providers licensed to practice Acupuncture. I have over 650 supervised clinical hours where I treated well over 400 patients. My earned dual Master’s degree and Doctoral degree in four years of Chinese Medical School. I passed a written and practical exam on clean needle technique and passed my required national boards.
What is Microneedling?
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Microneedling (also known as collagen injection therapy) is a minimally invasive facial rejuvenation treatment that stimulates the skin’s natural healing and remodeling processes. Through the creation of these intentional microtraumas, the production of collagen and elastin are significantly enhanced while the absorption of products is increased up to 2000%. The overall effect is a more even skin tone that appears firm and glows. Microneedling treats the skin as well as the underlying issues so the overall health if the skin is addressed. Noticeable results include: reduced appearance of fine line and wrinkles, improved hyperpigmentation and age spots, improved effects of sun damage, decreased pore size, improved skin texture and elasticity, decreased acne breakouts, and diminished scars.
The number of treatments needed to see results varies based on specific skin care goals. Starting in our late 20s and 30s, collagen production decreases 1% per year. By our 40s, collagen production is significantly diminished which results in sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles, and dehydration. Most see results in 3 treatments and depending on desired results and condition of the skin, more treatments may be needed. A general rule is one treatment per decade of age (if you’re 30, you should have at least 3 treatments). Microneedling can only be done once every 4 weeks (AcuGlow and Nanoneedling are great options for in-between treatments). Each treatment also includes acupuncture.
The beauty of this treatment is your skin will start to increase its own collagen production, so results can be dramatic and long lasting. The Microneedling treatment includes an acupuncture treatment and LED Rainbow light therapy that’s personalized for your skin care goals.
All graceful aging treatments use TOMA skin care. TOMA is non-toxic, free of hormone disruptors, and plant-based and was founded by two acupuncturists. The skin care products are packed with traditional Chinese herbs and bioadaptive botanicals that work in harmony to help your skin do what it’s designed to do naturally: heal and repair itself. These treatments include the face, neck, and chest.
Initial Microneedling sessions must be purchased in a package of 3. Initial packages include a free TOMA essential starter system (includes TOMA face wash, exfoliation, replenishing mist, and bioactive regenerative oil – regularly priced $58).
Acupuncturists are trained to microneedle with a “less is more approach.” Meaning, needling too deeply or with too much pressure can cause more harm than good. The remodeling process begins as soon as the microwounds are created, which does not require needling deeply into the skin.
Microneedling is a safer, more natural approach to younger looking skin. The results are long-lasting, especially with high quality skin care, wearing quality SPF, proper hydration, and maintenance treatments.
Check out our blog for pre and post-treatment care.
What is AcuGlow?
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This treatment is a luxurious, deeply relaxing facial treatment that promotes cellular regeneration while it firms sculpts, tones, and oxygenates skin. The TOMA proprietary bian sculpting stone’s ultrasonic pulses have a distinct resonance, making this high-touch ritual a custom treatment. This treatment includes gentle and effective gua sha and cupping for the face, neck, and chest with TOMA skin care that is non-toxic, free of hormone disruptors, and plant-based and was founded by two acupuncturists. The skin care products are packed with traditional Chinese herbs and bioadaptive botanicals that work in harmony to help your skin do what it’s designed to do naturally: heal and repair itself.
The AcuGlow treatment includes an acupuncture treatment and LED Rainbow light therapy that’s personalized for your skin care goals. You’ll leave brighter, tighter, and have a radiant glow.
These treatments can be done weekly (even daily), and are wonderful in-between Microneedling treatments (10-14 before/days after Microneedling).
Do you offer packages?
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Yes! We offer treatment packages on Acupuncture, Microneedling, AcuGlow treatments, and Ear Acupuncture.
Tell me about your membership.
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This option is coming soon! We will be offering memberships to ensure patients are taking care of their health and being seen once a month. The treatment is 80-85 minutes and include whole body acupuncture and either LED Rainbow Light Therapy or Chinese Medical Herbal Foot Soak.