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Exilis Treatment-What Are the Risks? Is It a Laser?

I am interested in tightening up some wrinkles under my eyes and also removing some cellulite. Is the Exilis a Laser treatment? All I can find is that is uses heat. WHat are the worst side effects short and long term? Thanks for any input.

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by Tylie in Minneapolis, MN

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Exilis Treatment

Tylie, Exilis is a radio-frequency device that is a FDA approved skin tightening device. Radiofrequency is a form of energy that causes your skin to heat up and stimulate collagen and tighten skin. In regards to your question of "what are the worst side effects" Exilis is a very safe procedure. We have not seen any worse side effects aside from some mild tenderness. Hope this helps! Dr. Grant Stevens

Cellulaze Best for Cellulite Reduction

Thank you for your question. I would suggest Cellulaze to reduce your cellulite. Cellulaze is the only minimally invasive laser procedure designed to attack the structure of cellulite beneath your skin. Cellulaze is backed by many years of clinical research. Studies have shown it increases the thickness of your skin by 25% and the elasticity of your skin by 29%—significant claims that haven't been made by any other treatments. Thicker and more elastic skin can help flatten and smooth the... more

What Is Exilis?

Dear Tylie, Exilis is the newest FDA approved non-invasive treatment for body shaping and skin tightening. It uses monopolar RF (radio frequency) to deliver controlled heat approximately 1-3 cm under the skin. We have used Exilis to tighten skin and lose inches in problem areas (neck/jowls, arms, bra strap area, abdomen, male chest, thighs and knees). Everyone is different, but some people start to see results as early as 1-2 treatments. Most... more

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Exilis treatment and side effects

We have found excellent results in our practice with Exilis. It is ideal for skin tightenting particularly of sagging skin of the face , around the eyes and even the hanging skin of the arms. It is a safe treatment with only the very uncommon side effect of a minor localized skin burn from the heat f the device. This is reported but rare and we have not seen it in our practice.

Exilis - a new skin tightening device

Exilis is a monopolar RF or radiofrequency device. It has two separate heads, one for the body and one for the face. Skin temperature is monitored as RF energy is delivered. It is FDA cleared for wrinkles around the eyes. We have seen excellent results with: Facial skin tightening - especially around eyes and jawline Arm skin tightening Thigh skin tightening Improvement in cellulite We have not seen side effects with use over one year. more

Robert A. Weiss, MD

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Exilis What is it?

Exilis is not a laser. It is a device that delivers high energy in a controlled fashion to the dermal and subcutaneous layers of the skin resulting in skin tightening and fat melting. In regards to the eye and facial area, only skin tightening is applied. Exilis is not a treatment for cellulite . There is no down time associated with the treatment, and side effects are minimal. Dr... more

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sweethoney
9 months ago

I have had 4 treatments of exilis ($1250.00) and I have had great results. After having liposuction last year I noticed that my skin had lost some of its elasticity so exilis was suggested by a plastic surgeon. Like I said, I have good results and would definitley recommend this procedure.

Always_Truthful
10 months ago

In spite of all the doctors and spa owners claiming there are NO side effects and claiming how safe it is, I am a patient who has actually done the Exilis procedure and I am having MANY side effects! By the evening of my first appointment, I was in severe pain. I had as much pain as I did after having surgery. My lower abdomen was so swollen, I looked as if I was six months pregnant. A few days later, I found a knot in my lower abdomen. It is currently 21 days after my treatment and my stomach is still swollen and I still look pregnant. The knot has increased in size. To my knowledge, Exilis is FDA approved for WRINKLES, but not for fat removal. It was only approved for wrinkles in late 2009. There is not enough research to truly KNOW all the side effects, in my opinion. I believe there will eventually be a lot of people who will come forward with many different side effects. Most spas and doctors who are making a large amount of MONEY with the Exilis will NOT advertise anything but GOOD results. They have a very biased opinion. I personally, would NEVER recommend Exilis. My health means way more to me than that!

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Exilis: Q&A