Complimentary Educational Seminar:
Discover What Thermage Can Do For You

FINALLY…TIGHTER, SMOOTHER, SKIN…
Without surgery!

There is not a day that goes by in a cosmetic medical office that the question "Is there anything other than surgery that can be done to tighten loose skin?," is not heard. Until very recently the answer would have been NO. But now we can respond with an enthusiastic YES! Thermage, also called ThermaLift or ThermaCool is the newest option available in the arsenal against aging. After vigorous clinical research and testing this new nonablative device was cleared by the FDA for the treatment of wrinkles.

  
Before and After Thermage treatment

The Thermage device uses a new system to deliver radio frequency energy to large areas of the skin in order to achieve skin contraction and tissue tightening. The superficial skin layers are cooled while heat is safely delivered to the collagen fibers deeper in the skin. This results in collagen contraction and ultimately the production of new collagen.

Recently published studies conducted by Thermage show measurable tightening, which gradually occurs over a 4 to 6 month period. However, many patients report seeing an earlier response. Initially, Thermage was used only to treat the forehead and temple areas, which showed lifting of the eyelids and brows. However, now it is being used successfully to tighten skin in the cheek and mouth region as well as on the jawline. Also, Thermage may be used either alone or in combination with other skin treatments. For example, sun-damaged skin could be tightened with Thermage, and then treated with a chemical peel or laser procedure to provide even pigmentation.

  
Before and After Thermage treatment

As with any procedure, choosing an appropriate candidate for the treatment is crucial in achieving the best results. The ideal candidate for this skin tightening technique is a person with mild to moderate skin laxity, one who is a borderline facelift patient. Unlike most laser treatments, this technique is not dependant upon a persons skin color, making Thermage an option for almost anyone who wishes to tighten the facial skin.

Thermage is a simple procedure taking anywhere from a few minutes to an hour to perform in the office. The majority of patients are able to tolerate the procedure quite well with the aid of oral medications prior to the procedure. Rarely, does anyone require anything stronger. If necessary, IV sedation is available. Other then some mild redness for a day and tenderness for a few days, there are no visible signs of healing after treatment and no specific after care needed. Just a single treatment can provide very gratifying results. However, there are studies now that show these results may be improved by additional treatments at a later time.

Although the tightening is gradual and varies from for each individual, Thermage has proven to be an exciting new procedure. Perfect for those who are just noticing mild skin laxity or those who wish to tighten the skin but would never consider a surgical procedure. This procedure can set the aging time clock back a little and allows the patient to enjoy a tighter, firmer skin surface, which looks brighter and refreshed.