The original Thermage was from all accounts, patients and physicians who bought the machines, was pretty much a disaster. It was painful and ineffectual and many physicians reluctantly had to give the money back to their patients. It was probably too early to bring the product to market. ... more
How effective is Thermage?
I am interested in having Thermage for my face, but I found quite different opinions about it. I am wondering if all the patients used the machines made by the company Thermage? Is it a problem of the approach or of the company and doctor?
2 answers to “How effective is Thermage?”
A: The problem is the technology
The problem with Thermage is that the doctor using it can't truly tell what quality of result you will get and you don't get your money back if you are disappointed. I have personally done 6 facelifts on patients who had Thermage elsewhere and all said "they got nothing from it." I just... more
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42 posts
22 Apr 2009
my friend Anne-Marie had Thermage 4 years ago and it was a complete waste of money,she paid £4,000 and she looked not one iota better than before.frankly i feel it was an absolute rip off.
1 post
26 May 2009
I AM CONCIDERING IT TO MY THIGHS MY PS RECOMMENDED IT AFTER LIPO?