Hello. I am looking for a non-invasive treatment for nasolabial folds. Can a facial Radio Frequency treatment indeed increase collagen/elastin production in the face and help reduce the nasolabial folds ? Thanks
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Answer: Improving Nasolabial Folds - Lasers like Fraxel/Clear + Brilliant, RF like VIVA, Peels, Fillers, Skin Care, Face Lift, Fat
Yes, a combination approach is needed to give the most improvement with scarring. We often combine these treatments on the same day. Infini is a popular treatment, but I prefer Intensif because the needles are non-insulated. These types of scars need a combination of lasers, microneedling/prp, s...
It really depends I do any thing from 2 passes to 5, depending on the above. If needles are kept at a deep depth, with short PD and lower energy levels, PIH is reduced. Pre treat with HQ, I am sure you are in good hands as the treatment is usually dialled in by the dermatologist. In my practice ...
Whether the pass is 2.5 or 2 doesn't give more or less collagen stimulation. I don't know the reason for this unless the operator felt that the skin wasn't as thick in this area. Also, this is an area of more discomfort and he/she might of felt that more shallow would be more comfortable. Does...