“Pain! no result!”
Thermage: NOT worth it
Cost: $2,500
Pain: Worst possible
Pain: Worst possible
Thermage satisfaction: Poor
First off even though medicated it was quite painful, especially the chin area. I was tearing up so bad and kept having to ask for them to stop and give me another half of the medication they had given.
It is a few months later and I see NO tighening or improvement of the skin after almost $3,000 later! Save your money!
Aug 22, 2007Comments and replies (5)
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unregistered guest
8 Apr 2008
I entirely agree with those who say that Thermage is not worth it. I paid £3,200 to have the treatment on my neck, lower and mid face over 6 months ago and to date there is no result at all. I was told at my consultation in Poole, Dorset UK, that I was a good candidate and should achieve a satisfactory result. However, it was stated that nothing was guaranteed and I had to sign papers to state that I understood this. I therefore have no legal recourse against the treatment or the practitioner and have completely and utterly wasted this money. It was also very very painful, but this would have been quickly forgotten if it had produced the results I was expecting! I would urge anyone who is considering thermage to read all the reviews and think very carefully.
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26 Jun 2008
I found a new business report from Thermage. Its not a cash cow - see page 21. Misuse seems to be a problem. On page 30 you'll find: "Medical devices may be marketed only for the indications for which they are approved or cleared. We have obtained 510(k) clearance for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. However, our clearances can be revoked if safety or effectiveness problems develop. We also are subject to Medical Device Reporting regulations, which require us to report to the FDA if our product causes or contributes to a death or serious injury, or..." http://sec.edgar-online.com/2008/03/14/0001193125-08 057588/Section4.asp I am waiting for my/our Thermage report in this forum - they still check it.