TITAN Can Damage the Skin - Colorado Springs, CO
I had a TITAN procedure about six weeks ago in an...
I had a TITAN procedure about six weeks ago in an attempt to rejuvenate my aging skin. I wanted a more natural approach to "lifting" and what could be better than to stimulate your own collagen to tighten lax skin?
Well, don't believe the hype. The day after the procedure, I noticed ridges across my forehead that were not there before the procedure. I told the practitioner about it over the phone but she did not seem very concerned. I decided that it might just be swelling and to take a wait-and-see approach. Since the ridges have not gone away since the procedure over six weeks ago, I can only assume that the TITAN laser did irreparable damage to the skin on my forehead. I have not noticed any improvement of any kind to the other parts of my face or neck.
I am canceling the remaining TITAN appointments (I purchased a package of three procedures) and will be seeing a dermatologist to see if I can do something to repair the damage.
I certainly WOULD NOT recommend this procedure.
I had a Titan laser procedure performed on my face...
The day after the procedure, I noticed ridges across my forehead that were not there before the procedure. I assumed that this was swelling and would go away. It has not and now I am left with this damage to my forehead.
I can only hope that a dermatologist can help put my skin back to its original condition.
Buyer beware!
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Hi Colorado,
Oh my, I'm so sorry that has happened to you. Have you seen anyone else to see if they can fix your forehead? Please keep us updated. Thank you for your review.
-Britt
I know pictures can be a bit deceiving at times - in the first picture you seem to be looking forward just smiling. The second picture looks as if you are raising your eyebrows, which most people will get those furrows with expression, unless of course they have botox.
Titan is a great procedure when done correctly. It takes about 1 1/2 hour for full face because you have to do about 300-350 pulses (for a full size Titan head - there are different sizes)at least to get a great treatment, but it totally depends on the person...how big their face is, where the concerns mainly lie, because you can do more pulses in this area. Also it depends on if they overlap the pulses as well. This gives better results.
The company should be give you information. When you have an issue they should report the issue to the laser company (in this Cutera) who has a adverse reaction department that can help them when they have problems. If they are not willing to do this then I suggest you speak directly to the doctor to see what can be done further.
I hope you get this resolved quickly.
It has now been about nine months since I had this...
I wrote a complaint letter earlier this year to the "medical spa" that performed the procedure and received a partial refund of my money. Because I had signed a "release from liability" form before the procedure, I felt that I did not have any legal options.
I also have not received any acceptable recommendations for repairing the damage. Having fillers injected into the ridges is not a solution that I will be pursuing.
Therefore, I will continue to use Retinol and Vitamin C cream on my face, eat a good healthy diet (recommended by my dermatologist) and use sunscreen (also recommended by my dermatologist).
I WOULD NOT recommend this procedure to anyone. Those who do recommend it are welcome to their opinions. If you are considering it, do your homework and make sure that you have some recourse if it does not work out.
Good luck. I wish all of you beautiful skin!
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I agree with RevealGirl. Titan is one of the best laser procedures available to rejuvenate "some" loose skin. When there's already so much laxity, due to extreme weight loss,illness or old age, then plastic surgery is recommended. However, to rejuvenate & "tighten" the skin, I 100% recommend. My clinician would do this on my neck, jowls & full face every 3-4 weeks for a series of 3-6 treatments of approx 45-60 minutes. After each treatment, I immediately feel 'stretched'. The results of tight skin and collagen build up lasts for years (at least for me). I'm 62, in great health & maintained a steady weight all my life. I truly recommend this procedure. Above all, it is a relaxing 1 hour of beauty, how can anyone refuse such a treat.
I have had Titan many times at Mona Spa in Memphis, Tn. since it first came out. The owner who does it is extremely experienced and trains doctors, thought she is not one herself.
It is a subtle improvement. I get a little lift that lasts maybe six months. My skin also seems to be quite thick with collagen for a 60-year-old woman. I've never had the slightest problem and no downtime. Recently my lady combined it with a stem cell mask (from sheep). It was the best Titan I've had, more definition in my face than usual. I don't know if that was the reason or it simply was the result of multiple Titans. She says people often say the 4th one is most noticable. Mine was the 6th.
Who does your laser therapy is very very important. Check qualifications and reputations. I've also had excellent laser work done by a nurse who is likewise very experienced and well thought of.
Can you please tell me what the difference is between Titan and Genesis. I had Titan done in September and was told I would see the best results in 3 to 6 months. However, I saw results in the 3 months following the treatment, and now I look terrible. Wondering which treatment to go for and how much did you pay, if you don't mind sharing that info.
Thanks!
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