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Thermage and Fraxel Combination an Alternative for Facelift?

I read that a combination of Thermage (one treatment) and Fraxel laser (3-5 treatments) gives a good alternative facelift. Some doctors in Europe sell this about 5,000 Euros. They call it "Thermafrax." Is this combination therapy effective for someone who does not want a surgery? Thank you.

Asked 30 months ago by Magia in Greece

Thermage and Fraxel combo treatment

Magia, As a dermatologist who has personally performed both of these treatments for more than 5 years, I do not think these will give the same result as a facelift. They are a nice alternative if you do not want to have surgery, or are not a surgical candidate, but Thermage and Fraxel do not make as impressive as a result as an invasive surgical procedure. They are great procedures, however, as Thermage has no downtime and can help firm up the jawline and Fraxel tightens pores and evens... more

Jason R. Lupton, MD

San Diego Dermatologist

Facelift like results from Fraxel and Thermage

Fractionated Erbium laser resurfacing is primarily to achieve improvement in sundamaged skin to correct pigment and vascular changes. It requires 3 or four sessions. I personally prefer a one procedure treatment with Active Fx, another fractional laser system. Thermage is done once and is a radiofrequency based system that tightens by causing a deep skin injury that results in new collagen formation that takes 3-4 months to occur. Combined they are effective BUT are absolutely not a... more

Stephen Mandy, MD

Miami Dermatologist

Thermafrax vs. Facelift

These nonsurgical alternative will provide results, but it is not fair to compare them to a fascial suspension or tightening procedure such as a facelift. A facelift treats the underlying fascial support of the face and is not equivalent to a skin tightening procedure.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

These treatments cannot replace a facelift

It can not replace a facelift for those who need such surgery, but it can tighten up the forehead and upper eyelids slightly. It can also pull up the jowl a little. It may be a very good treatment for those who absolutely won’t have surgery, but you won’t be happy if you want the same tightening as a facelift or browlift.

Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

Thermage and Fraxel Combination Therapy; Is it an Alternative for Facelift?

Hi Magia, Fraxel re:store improves skin tone, texture, and color, but does little for skin tightening. Thermage on the face and neck is successful in very carefully selected patients, and the rate of patient dissatisfaction is relatively high. The two companies have merged, and they are promoting the combination treatment. Many patients and physicians claim excellent results. Fraxel re:pair by itself (fractionated CO2 laser) creates more volume in the midface, and tightens the skin of... more

Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Thermafrax

Hi! Save your money for a good facelift. Thermage can tighten the jawline somewhat, but the results don't come close to those of a good facelift. And I don't think Fraxel does much.