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Does the Trademarked 'LazerLift' Really Work?
How about as just an alternative for a woman in her 40's that only needs a mini facelift, or not quite even that yet.
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Neurotica
in Atlanta-Metro area, GA
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Laser face lift
The laser is a simple cutting tool they can be used to perform her a variety of surgical procedures. It is not the best tool to perform a facelift with. Probably best to wait until your really ready to do a facelift, and look for a surgeon who has who has lots of experience
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Lazerlift vs Fillers or Botox of Minifacelift
Without pictures or an exam, it is difficult to give any advice. This treatment can help with improvement in skin quality but produces less than a dramatic lift. It is not without risk as well such as burns, etc. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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Lazerlift
It depends on what laser is being used to treat which problem. There are so many different lasers used for a variety of conditions. Some work well, some are a dissappointment, and some laser treatments are not particularly easy recoveries. The loose use of the term Lazerlift to me implies that it's true use is being cloaked in mystery for the sake of trying to make it seem like magic. Trust me, there is no magic out there, but many good sales gimmicks. I wish I thought of it!
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Nothing magic about "laser lift".
There are lots of gimmicks for facial rejuvenation. Loose skin can be tightened only modestly with electromagnetic energy (e.g. laser). Significant laxity of skin can only be removed surgically.
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Lasers are part of the answer
A laser treatment treatment can certainly be helpful for a woman in your age range. Of course the results are dependent both on your individual face and signs of aging as well as the laser being used. Our faces age in several ways, there is a loss of volume, ptosis (drooping) of the underlying tissues, and changes to the skin. A laser, such as the fractional CO2 laser can certainly rejuvenate the skin by removing age spots and stimulating collagen production. Of course the laser will not...
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Lazer Lift Worth It?
Thank you for your LazerLift question. You pay more for any trademarked procedure - trademarks cost money. It is my last choice for you. Consider -
• A series of Fraxel or ND:Yag laser treatments to slightly tighten the skin.
• A CO2 laser ablation if skin is badly lined and deeply wrinkled. Not good for thin or pigmented skin.
• Prescription skin care and skin peels help a lot, often dramatically.
• Hope this helps!
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Laser lifts
Laser lifts are not very dependable and have minimal and short-term results as they don’t address the most important aging layer of the face - the muscle and fascia
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I worry about someone who cannot spell "Laser" properly, or is it that they're marketing to patients who can't spell?
Of course, I know it's just about marketing, and "cute" names are ways of getting around trademark restrictions, but still, you get the idea that this is more about hype than science. "Laser" anything still seems to make people think they are getting the latest, greatest, and "up-to-datest" technology around, but do you think my facelift procedure should be called the "Tholen PowerLift?" or, maybe the "EternoLift?" Or, how about "The Fountain of Youth Lift?" Probably not the...
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LazerLift or Facelift?
Dear Neurotica, Without photos it is very difficult to give you any valid advice. While the age of the patient is important in deciding what procedure/treatment would be best for her/him, age is only one part of the formula.
Regarding trademarked, copyrighted, or other similarly marketed procedures, my advice is simple. Most are just marketing tools to try and make their technique seem somehow different than other procedures. Be vary and don't choose...
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Mini-Facelift for Lady in 40's
I need to see pictures of your face and neck to recommend alternative treatments for normal aging in a young lady like yourself. There are typical changes as we all age, but many variables such as weight, skin type, etc. determine the best approach.
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Beware laser facelifts
All of the non invasive technologies that use some form of heat energy have been associated with volume loss that is well documented in the forums of real self. This would include lasers, ultrasound (ulthera) and radiofrequency /plasma (thermage). I get patients from all over the world seeking volume restoration with fat grafting after volume loss as a result of these procedures. While the it is not common, these patients are often emotionally devastated by the experience...
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Lazerlift will work, if you have the components it addresses
Neurotica: If you have excess fat deposits of the face and neck, Lazerlift may be effective. The extent of skin tightening which the laser treatment can offer may not however be what you envisage, so have a clear idea or define what you would like to accomplish for your investment of money, down time and expectation. Since restoration of facial volume with dermal fillers is appropriate for women of your age, liposuction of facial fat is rarely appropriate, except in the neck....
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