Thermage

As people age, the collagen in their skin breaks down resulting in wrinkles and sagging skin. Patients who are looking for a non-invasive solution to help correct areas of skin laxity and wrinkles in the face or body may want to consider Thermage. This procedure benefits patients who are not ready for surgical face-lift but want similar results. If you would like to enjoy the subtle appearance of tighter, more youthful facial skin, abdominal skin, chin, or eyelid tightening, you should consider Thermage. Generally only a single treatment is needed and there is no down time or special care needed after the procedure. Most patients return to their regular activities immediately following treatment.

Thermage results in smoother, tighter skin with less sagging, redefines contours along the jaw line and under the chin, softening of wrinkles and fine lines around the mouth, eyes and forehead, and tightening of saggy skin under the chin. Unlike lasers, the Thermage procedure works on all skin types and colors.

Areas of Treatment:

• Face : eyes, neck, chin, lips, jowls
• Hands
• Stomach area
• Loose skin on legs
• Loose skin on arms

How Thermage Works

Thermage uses patented radio-frequency (RF) technology to safely heat the deeper layers of your skin, stimulating existing collagen and promoting new collagen growth for younger looking skin.  This gives the skin a tighter, softer appearance and diminishes lines and wrinkles.

The effects continue to improve for up to six months following a single treatment. Results can last for years depending on your skin condition and natural aging process.

Collagen is the building block that provides structure to the skin. Thermage procedures help to tighten and renew the skin’s collagen through all three skin layers: the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous (fat) layer.

The Thermage procedure reduces the signs of aging skin, giving you a more youthful appearance.   The procedure is performed with a technology originally cleared by the US FDA for the treatment of wrinkles around the eyes. The Thermage procedure is an advanced way of tightening skin that requires only the touch of a sophisticated treatment tip to your skin.  It is performed with a laser device called ThermaCool and requires no incisions or recovery time.

Please arrange a complimentary consultation with one of our skincare technicians to find out if Thermage would be a beneficial solution for you.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thermage:

What does the Thermage procedure feel like?

With each touch of the Thermage treatment tip, you will experience a brief intense heating sensation as the collagen in deep layers of your skin is stimulated.

How does it work?

The top layers of your skin are protected with a cooling spray while radio-frequency energy heats the collagen in the lower layers.  This heating action causes deep structures of your skin to tighten immediately.  Over time, new collagen grows to further tighten your skin and produce a more youthful appearance.

How long does it take and when will I see results?

The Thermage procedure can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the area you are having treated.  Additional time may be required for skin preparation prior to the procedure.  In most patients, results appear gradually in 2 to 6 months, although most patients see an earlier response.

How long before I can return to my normal activities?

Some people experience mild redness (like a sunburn) , but is usually disappears quickly.  There is no special care needed after treatment, but sunscreen is recommended as a part of good skin care.

How many treatments will I need?

A single treatment has produced good results in most of the patients treated.  However, your doctor will assess the number and frequency of treatments required to achieve optimal results for your skin.

How long will the effects of the Thermage procedure last?

Recently published studies show that improvements continue at least 6 months after a single treatment session.   Studies show that thermal collagen changes last several years, depending on the rate of the aging process.