Thermage
Skin tightening and Contouring without
surgery
The Thermage procedure is the only non-invasive treatment that
delivers tighter skin, renewed facial contours and healthier
collagen. (Collagen is the building block that provides structure
to your skin.) The Thermage procedure is available only in the
offices of qualified physicians who specialize in cosmetic procedures.
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What is
the Thermage procedure?
The Thermage procedure employs a patented radiofrequency
(RF) technology called ThermaCool.
It has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift
skin to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours.
The incision-free procedure is fast and easy, and requires
no downtime from normal activities. Unlike lasers, the
procedure can be performed on patients of all skin types.
The ThermaCool device has been cleared
by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of facial wrinkles
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How does
it work?
The ThermaCool system uses a sophisticated treatment
tip called ThermaTip?, which delivers a controlled amount
of RF energy. With each touch to the skin, the ThermaTip
device uniformly heats a large volume of collagen in
the deeper layers of the skin and its underlying tissue
while simultaneously protecting the outer layer of the
skin with cooling. This deep uniform heating action
causes deep structures in your skin to immediately tighten.
Over time, new and remodeled collagen is produced to
further tighten skin, resulting in healthier, smoother
skin and a more youthful appearance.
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What does the Thermage
procedure feel like?
With each touch of the ThermaTip device, you will experience
a brief, deep heating sensation as the RF energy is
delivered to your skin and underlying tissue. This deep
heating sensation is your indication that your collagen
is reaching effective temperatures for tightening. The
physician controls the amount of energy delivered to
balance procedural comfort with maximum results. The
ThermaTip device is cooled before, during, and after
heating to protect your skin and make the treatment
more comfortable. Prior to treatment, an anesthetic
cream may be applied to enhance your comfort.
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How long does
it take?
The Thermage procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes
to an hour, depending on the size of the treatment area. Additional
time may be required for skin preparation prior to the procedure.
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What will my
skin feel like after the procedure?
Immediately following a Thermage procedure, your skin should
feel tighter, smoother and more youthful. Overtime, you will
notice additional tightening.
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How many treatments
will I need?
Unlike many laser procedures requiring four or more sessions,
a single Thermage treatment has
produced results in the majority of patients. Your physician
will determine the course of treatment that is right for you.
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When will I see
results?
Recently published studies conducted by Thermage show that
measurable tightening improvements appear gradually over 2
to 6 months after a single treatment session. However, many
patients have reported seeing an earlier response.
How long will the effects of the Thermage procedure last?
The Thermage procedure causes immediate tightening of the
collagen structure, with additional tightening over time.
Unpublished reports by experienced cosmetic physicians indicate
that results may last 24 months or longer based on the patient's
natural aging process.
Is the Thermage procedure
safe?
The Thermage procedure has an excellent safety record. With
over 70,000 estimated worldwide patient treatments to date
the reported incidence of side effects is less than 1%. The
most frequently reported incidents are classified as swelling,
redness, bumps and blisters on or around the treated area.
These side effects have usually disappeared in a few days
or weeks. A rare (<0.2%) but longer lasting side effect
described as a skin depression has also been reported.
How long before I can return
to my normal activities?
Most people return to their regular activities immediately
following the Thermage procedure. Some people experience mild
redness (like a sunburn), but it usually disappears quickly.
No special care is needed after treatment.
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Periorbital treatment |
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Photo Courtesy of Julio Barba,M.D.
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Jaw's line Lifting |
| Photo Courtesy of Robert Weiss,M.D. |
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Reduction neck lines |
| Photo Courtesy of Flo Mayoral,M.D. |
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