Thermage vs. Lux Deep IR for skin tightening?

How does the Lux Deep IR skin tightening treatment compare with the Thermage skin tightening?  Which one is better for tightening loose skin on the neck and stomach?

2 answers to “Thermage vs. Lux Deep IR for skin...”

A: Thermage can be very effective IF properly performed.

George J. Beraka, MD

HI!  It is difficult to tighten the skin of the neck with any non invasive treatment.  But, in NYC, we have seen good results with Thermage for the jawline and the loose skin of the stomach. The results can be major, or subtle, and you have to have realistic expectations going in.  But Thermage... more

A: Minimal results

Richard P. Rand, MD

There are minimal changes from these non-surgical skin tightening treatments.  If you have any more than the most minimal laxity present, you will likely be disappointed and won't be offerred a refund. 

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