Will a Laser-Lift result in facial wasting like Thermage treatments?

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A: Laser-assisted weekend necklift

By Ross Clevens, MD - Florida Facial Plastic Surgeon

The laser assisted 'weekend' necklift represents the evolution of sophisticated facial plastic surgery techniques.These techniques are uniquely combined to achieve improvement in the contour of the chin and neck with minimal incisions and rapid recovery. Cervicofacial liposculpture is first employed to contour... more

A: Laser for cutting vs. directly treating the skin surface?

By Michael Kulick, MD - San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

Regarding using a laser for actually cutting, while there is not universal agreement, I have been using a laser to divide tissue while doing my Vertical Facelift and have excellent results, fewer complications and the results are lasting. This does require a surgical procedure. The laser seals blood... more

A: Know exactly how and what laser is being used

By Richard Gentile, MD - Cleveland Facial Plastic Surgeon

The term "laser lift" is not specific enough to know exactly what you are inquiring about. Laser Skin Rejuvenation, Facial Peels and Aesthetic Energy Based devices featuring laser, light, or radiofrequency, can "contract the skin" or "stimulate collagen " to simulate a... more

A: See a plastic surgeon who is a facelift specialist.

By Toby G. Mayer, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

These names of procedures, for various marketing purposes, confuse the issues involved. Yes, a laser causes the vaporization of some fat. It sounds Hi-tech when we use the term Laser. There are many other issues you should be aware of before having any of these done. See an experienced plastic surgeon who will... more

A: Lasers will not lift skin

By William H. Huffaker, MD - St. Louis Plastic Surgeon

We've been using Thermage in our office for 3 years and have NEVER seen wasting or a worse appearance. We just purchased a new machine. We have been pleased with the technology. Lasers will not lift the skin. You may get some skin tightness, but it will not compare with a facelift. We use both in our office.

A: Laser Lifts are safe when performed properly

By Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD - Los Angeles Dermatologic surgeon

The loss of subcutaneous fat that you mentioned following Thermage treatments occurred in only a small number of cases many years ago. Since that time, the company has developed several generations of newer treatment tips each with an increasing number of built-in safety features as well as new treatment... more