Morpheus8 in Reston, VA: Serving Northern Virginia and Washington DC
Morpheus8 at The Naderi Center is done at our Reston, Virginia office by Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass, our board-certified dermatologist, and our licensed master aesthetician. It pairs microneedling with radiofrequency heat to firm loose skin, smooth rough texture and soften acne scars on the face, neck and body.
Most people need 3 to 4 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, then one session a year to keep the result. If you live closer to our Chevy Chase office, you can have your consultation there and your treatments in Reston.
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What is Morpheus8, and what can it treat?
Morpheus8 is radiofrequency microneedling made by InMode. Very fine needles go into the skin to a set depth and release heat at their tips. That heat tells your skin to build new collagen and elastin, so it gets firmer and smoother over the following months, without surgery.
At our Reston office we use it for fine lines and wrinkles, crepey or rough texture, enlarged pores, acne scars, mild sagging along the jaw and neck, uneven tone, stretch marks, and small pockets of fat under the chin. It works on all skin types and tones.
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How does Morpheus8 work?
The needles make tiny, controlled channels in the skin and release radiofrequency heat at the tips. The deeper layer of skin warms to about 50°C while the surface stays around 40 to 42°C. That heat switches on collagen, elastin and new blood vessel growth, and the skin keeps firming for 3 to 6 months.
Depth and settings are chosen for each area. Morpheus8 can also shrink small fat deposits, which helps under the chin or on the body. On the face we keep the depth shallower so you don’t lose facial fat you want to keep.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is best for men and women whose main concern is the skin itself: fine lines, crepey or rough texture, enlarged pores, acne scars and mild loosening along the jawline and neck.
You’re likely a good candidate if:
- Your skin has started to lose firmness, but hasn’t dropped into heavy jowls or hanging neck skin
- You want smoother texture, smaller-looking pores or softer acne scars
- You have stretch marks or loose skin on the abdomen, knees, elbows or chest (Morpheus8 Body)
- You can plan on 3 to 4 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart, then one session a year to keep the result
What Morpheus8 Can’t Do
Morpheus8 improves the skin. It can’t lift tissue that has already dropped, and its results are nowhere close to a surgical lift. If you have heavy jowls, bands in the neck, or skin that folds or hangs, a neck lift or deep plane facelift with Dr. Shervin Naderi will do what Morpheus8 can’t. Morpheus8 also doesn’t replace lost volume in the cheeks or temples; that’s what fillers are for. If you’re not sure where you fall, a consultation will tell you.
Morpheus8 vs. Microneedling: What’s the Difference?
Both treatments use fine needles to make your skin build new collagen. Morpheus8 uses longer needles and adds radiofrequency heat at the tips, so it reaches deeper and can firm loose skin, which regular microneedling can’t do.
If your main concern is rough texture, fine lines or mild scarring, microneedling may be enough. If you also want firmer skin along the jawline and neck, Morpheus8 is the better choice. We offer both, and we’ll tell you which one fits at your consultation.
| Morpheus8 | Microneedling | |
|---|---|---|
| What it uses | Longer needles plus radiofrequency heat | Needles only |
| Best for | Loose skin, texture, mild jowls and neck | Texture, fine lines and mild scarring |
| Numbing | Topical numbing cream | Topical numbing cream |
| Treatment time | 30 to 60 minutes | 30 to 60 minutes |
| Typical series | 3 to 4 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart, then once a year | 3 to 6 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart |
| Redness | Fades in 24 to 48 hours | Fades in 24 to 48 hours |
Morpheus8 Before & After Photos
Each pair shows the same patient before treatment (left) and after (right).
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What Morpheus8 Patients Say About The Naderi Center
“[Our aesthetician] at Naderi is amazing! I finished a Morpheus 8 series of 3 and love the results. She is kind, professional and experienced. …”
“This was my sixth Morpheus 8 treatment. The difference is amazing. The office staff are professional, appointments timely and results terrific.”
“This practice is not out to drive volume or hit quotas. … You won’t be pushed into anything. … [I consulted at The Naderi Center] for Morpheus, skin consult and Botox… We came up with a plan that evolved over time and I’ve been personally thrilled with the results but I’m happy to say I had someone I barely know ask me recently what I was doing because my skin looked so good.”
“I have been going to Dr. Naderi for several years now. You will never meet a more skilled injector! He is the absolute best. His staff are welcoming and helpful. … I have done BBL laser & Morpheus with [our aesthetician]. She is awesome!”
Reviews posted by Morpheus8 patients of The Naderi Center on Google and Yelp. Names are shortened to initials, and words in [brackets] replace staff names. Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.
Who Performs Morpheus8 at The Naderi Center?
Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass
Board-certified dermatologist
Morpheus8 at our Reston office is performed by Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass and our licensed master aesthetician. InMode, the company that makes Morpheus8, named our Reston office a Top Morpheus8 Provider in 2023 and 2024.
- Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology
- Dermatology residency at the University of Florida
- Member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Your plan is set at your consultation. If Morpheus8 isn’t the right tool for your skin, we’ll tell you.
Read Dr. Snodgrass’s full bioWhat Happens at Your Morpheus8 Appointment?
How Much Does Morpheus8 Cost in Reston?
Morpheus8 at The Naderi Center is $1,500 per session for the face and $1,500 per session for the body. A package of three sessions is 10% off.
| Morpheus8 | Price |
|---|---|
| Face, one session | $1,500 |
| Body, one session | $1,500 |
| Package of three sessions | 10% off |
How many sessions you need is decided at your consultation. Treatments are done at our Reston office. The 10% package discount can’t be combined with other specials or offers.
How to Prepare for Morpheus8
Acne
If you have active acne in the treatment area, please call us to reschedule.
History of cold sores
If you have a history of cold sores, tell your provider. You may be prescribed an antiviral medication to take as part of your Morpheus8 treatment.
Arrive with clean skin
Please arrive with clean skin: no makeup, moisturizer, perfume, cologne or other products.
No harsh skincare products or treatments
Avoid Retin-A and other retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, hydroquinone and benzoyl peroxide for 3 days before treatment. No chemical peels, waxing or chemical hair removers within 2 weeks of treatment. Tell us if you have taken Accutane (isotretinoin) in the past 6 months.
Numbing cream
We apply numbing cream in the office before your treatment, which is why we ask you to arrive 1 hour early. Use numbing cream only as our team directs. Tell us about any medication allergies, if you have a pacemaker or another implanted electronic device, or metal implants in the treatment area, and if you are pregnant or nursing.
Avoid sun exposure
No sun, tanning beds or self-tanner for 3 days before your treatment. If you are sunburned, your treatment may be canceled for your safety. Bring a hat or scarf to wear after your treatment.
Shaving
If you shave the area, shave the night before, not the day of, to avoid irritation.
Morpheus8 Recovery and Aftercare
Some pinpoint bleeding during and right after treatment is normal and stops quickly. Your skin will be red and flushed, like a moderate sunburn, and the redness should be much better within 24 to 48 hours. You may see a grid of tiny dots or scabs from the needles, which fades as the skin heals. Swelling, burning, itching, bruising, soreness, tightness, flaking, crusting and dryness are also common. Most people are back to normal activities in 1 to 3 days, and the skin fully settles in 5 to 7 days, depending on how much was treated.
Cleansing your skin
Don’t wash the treated skin on the day of treatment. Starting the next day, wash gently with cool water and a mild cleanser, such as the one we give you, Cetaphil or CeraVe, and pat dry. For 2 to 3 weeks, avoid drying or irritating products, including retinol and acids such as salicylic and glycolic acid. Don’t rub or irritate the area.
Pain and discomfort
Ice packs and Tylenol can help. Don’t use anti-inflammatory medicines such as Motrin, Advil or ibuprofen, because they can increase bleeding and bruising.
Bruising and swelling
Fresh pineapple, including the center core, or pineapple juice can help. Start Arnica and bromelain supplements after your treatment, not before. They help bruising and swelling fade faster.
Avoid the sun for 3 months
Protect the treated skin from direct sun, tanning beds and self-tanner for 3 months. Treated skin burns and changes color easily. Wear a wide-brimmed hat, stay in the shade, and use a mineral sunscreen, SPF 30 or higher, reapplied every 2 hours outdoors. Sunscreen is not a substitute for staying out of the sun.
Don’t pick at your skin
Don’t pick at flaking skin, crusts or scabs, and avoid exfoliating skincare products.
Shaving
Don’t shave for 3 days, or longer if your skin is still irritated.
Exercise and heat
No sweating, exercise, hot tub, sauna or steam room until the irritation has settled, usually 3 to 7 days.
If you are ever unsure, take a few clear, well-lit photos and email them to Staff@NaderiCenter.com, or call our Reston office at (703) 481-0002. Call us right away if you have a cold sore outbreak or blisters, pain, redness or swelling that gets worse after 2 to 3 days, signs of infection such as pus, chills or a fever over 101°F, or darkening or lightening of the treated skin. Call 911 for trouble breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, chest pain, or fainting.
Is Morpheus8 Safe? Risks and Who Shouldn’t Have It
Redness and swelling are expected after treatment. Redness usually fades within 24 to 48 hours, though swelling can take up to a week to go away.
Scaling, dryness, itching, a mild acne flare-up or a cold sore outbreak can happen. These are rare and usually last a few hours to a few days.
If you have a headache, fatigue, bruising, prolonged bleeding, swelling, itching or signs of infection, call our office as soon as possible.
- Older patients with very thin skin
- People with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device
- People with an autoimmune or collagen vascular disease
- Smokers and people taking anti-inflammatory medications
- Anyone who is pregnant
- Anyone who has taken Accutane in the past 6 months
- Anyone with an active cold sore, active skin infection or poor wound healing
- Anyone receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy
Where to Get Morpheus8 Near Reston, VA
Morpheus8 is done at our Reston office, a short drive from Herndon, Great Falls, McLean, Vienna, Ashburn, Sterling, Oak Hill, Chantilly and Leesburg. If you live closer to Washington DC, Bethesda or Chevy Chase, you can have your consultation at our Chevy Chase office and your treatments in Reston.
Morpheus8 treatments
Reston, Virginia
1850 Town Center Parkway
Pavillion II, Suite 551
Reston, VA 20190
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, by appointment
Consultations
Chevy Chase, Maryland
5454 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 1655
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Meet with us here, then have your Morpheus8 sessions at our Reston office.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shervin Naderi, MD, FACS, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon. Last reviewed October 2026.
Morpheus8 FAQs
What is Morpheus8 and what does it treat?
Morpheus8 is radiofrequency microneedling. Its needles go deeper than regular microneedling and release radiofrequency heat under the skin, which tightens it and builds new collagen. It improves fine lines, crepey or rough texture, enlarged pores, acne scars and mild loosening along the jawline and neck. At The Naderi Center it is performed by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Alexandra Snodgrass and our licensed master aesthetician.
Where can I get Morpheus8 near Reston, Herndon or McLean?
Morpheus8 is done at our Reston office at 1850 Town Center Parkway, Pavillion II, Suite 551, Reston, VA 20190. It’s a short drive from Herndon, Great Falls, McLean, Vienna, Ashburn, Sterling, Oak Hill, Chantilly and Leesburg. If you live closer to Washington DC, Bethesda or Chevy Chase, you can have your consultation at our Chevy Chase office and your treatments in Reston.
How much does Morpheus8 cost in Reston?
Morpheus8 at The Naderi Center is $1,500 per session for the face and $1,500 per session for the body. A package of three sessions is 10% off. How many sessions you need is decided at your consultation.
How many Morpheus8 sessions will I need?
Most patients need 3 to 4 sessions, spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, then one session a year to keep their results.
Does Morpheus8 hurt?
It can be uncomfortable. We ask you to arrive 1 hour early so the numbing cream has time to work. If someone can drive you home, you may take Valium beforehand; ask us about a prescription when you book.
How long does a Morpheus8 treatment take?
Most treatments take 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size and number of areas. Plan on an extra hour before that for numbing.
How long is Morpheus8 recovery?
Your skin will be red, like a moderate sunburn, for 24 to 48 hours. Most people are back to normal activities in 1 to 3 days, and the skin fully settles in 5 to 7 days. Swelling can last up to a week. You can wear mineral makeup from day 3, and you’ll need to protect the treated skin from the sun for 3 months.
When will I see Morpheus8 results?
Improvement often shows within a few weeks and keeps building for 3 to 6 months as new collagen forms.
Can Morpheus8 replace a facelift or neck lift?
No. Morpheus8 improves the skin, but its results are nowhere close to a surgical lift. If you have heavy jowls, bands in the neck, or skin that folds or hangs, a neck lift or deep plane facelift with Dr. Shervin Naderi will do what Morpheus8 can’t.
What is the difference between Morpheus8 and microneedling?
Morpheus8 uses longer needles than microneedling and adds radiofrequency heat, so it reaches deeper and does more to tighten skin. Microneedling works on the surface of the skin and does a great job on texture and scars.
What areas can Morpheus8 treat?
The face, neck and body, including the abdomen, thighs and arms. We use Morpheus8 Prime for smaller, more delicate areas and Morpheus8 Body for larger areas.
Who should not have Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is not recommended if you are pregnant, have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device, have an active cold sore or skin infection, have taken Accutane in the past 6 months, or are receiving chemotherapy or radiation. We go over your health history at your consultation.
Can Morpheus8 be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Morpheus8 can be combined with laser treatments, chemical peels and injectables. Your provider will plan the timing at your consultation.