I’m turning 40 this summer and after having Botox and fillers for a couple of years now, I think I’m ready to go a little more aggressive on the anti-aging regimens on my face. I’m very interested in doing some sort of skin tightening treatment (lasers, peels, whatever) that would be a) the least amount of downtime, b) the most cost effective and c) yields the best results. I’m ok with having to purchase a series as long as it is worth the price. Any advice would be appreciated!
Answer: Cutera Titan Procedure Hello and thank you for your question! I would recommend the Cutera Titan procedure for skin tightening. This is a completely light-based treatment, therefore it is also non-invasive. The infrared laser gently heats the dermal layer below the skin’s surface, which causes the collagen fibers to contract. The epidermis is preserved through constant cooling throughout the treatment. This then causes the skin above to tighten, resulting in a tighter, more youthful appearance. Since this is a completely light-based treatment, it will result in little to no downtime. You might experience some redness or mild swelling in the treated area immediately following the treatment, but this should go down within a few hours. Patients can see results after just one treatment, although it is common to get 2-3 treatments in total for optimal results. If this is something you would be interested in, I suggest you research trained professionals in your area who have expertise using the Cutera Titan and schedule a consultation to determine if you would be a good candidate for this treatment. Hope this helps!
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Answer: Cutera Titan Procedure Hello and thank you for your question! I would recommend the Cutera Titan procedure for skin tightening. This is a completely light-based treatment, therefore it is also non-invasive. The infrared laser gently heats the dermal layer below the skin’s surface, which causes the collagen fibers to contract. The epidermis is preserved through constant cooling throughout the treatment. This then causes the skin above to tighten, resulting in a tighter, more youthful appearance. Since this is a completely light-based treatment, it will result in little to no downtime. You might experience some redness or mild swelling in the treated area immediately following the treatment, but this should go down within a few hours. Patients can see results after just one treatment, although it is common to get 2-3 treatments in total for optimal results. If this is something you would be interested in, I suggest you research trained professionals in your area who have expertise using the Cutera Titan and schedule a consultation to determine if you would be a good candidate for this treatment. Hope this helps!
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Answer: Morpheus 8 has little down time and gives permanent results Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
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Answer: Morpheus 8 has little down time and gives permanent results Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Nonsurgical Skin Tightening Skin tightening is a common concern at your age, and the good news is there are plenty of good nonsurgical options to firm the skin and reverse this troublesome aging symptom. We offer Thermage and Ultherapy for this purpose and these are the gold standard methods currently available for tightening facial skin. Both use cutting-edge technology to tighten skin from the inside out, and with both available, we can tailor treatments to the unique needs and aesthetic goals of each patient. Procedures do not require anesthesia, and you can return to your activities right away. For looser skin of the neck and body, other techniques like ThermiTight can be very effective. Results can be quite long-lasting, although touch-up sessions will be needed periodically to maintain your stellar results.
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Nonsurgical Skin Tightening Skin tightening is a common concern at your age, and the good news is there are plenty of good nonsurgical options to firm the skin and reverse this troublesome aging symptom. We offer Thermage and Ultherapy for this purpose and these are the gold standard methods currently available for tightening facial skin. Both use cutting-edge technology to tighten skin from the inside out, and with both available, we can tailor treatments to the unique needs and aesthetic goals of each patient. Procedures do not require anesthesia, and you can return to your activities right away. For looser skin of the neck and body, other techniques like ThermiTight can be very effective. Results can be quite long-lasting, although touch-up sessions will be needed periodically to maintain your stellar results.
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March 15, 2019
Answer: Facial skin tightening There are many minimally invasive procedures available that allow for minimal downtime. If you are strictly talking about tightening of the face then Facetite or the new Accutite, Ultherapy, and Lasers such as a CO2, or J plasma if you are looking for additional tightening of the neck. Perhaps a combination of these treatments may be required to give an optimal result. At age 40, you are likely not a surgical candidate but a consultation is required to make that determination.
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March 15, 2019
Answer: Facial skin tightening There are many minimally invasive procedures available that allow for minimal downtime. If you are strictly talking about tightening of the face then Facetite or the new Accutite, Ultherapy, and Lasers such as a CO2, or J plasma if you are looking for additional tightening of the neck. Perhaps a combination of these treatments may be required to give an optimal result. At age 40, you are likely not a surgical candidate but a consultation is required to make that determination.
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March 15, 2019
Answer: Skin Tightening with no downtime This would depend on exactly what other skin issues you have and what kind of skin tightening you are looking to do and the areas you need to improve. One possibility would be Ulthera. This uses ultrasound technology that is able to go very deep to the skin to lift and tighten the skin. In most instance at age 40, 1 treatment is usually all that is necessary. The other benefit is that there is almost always no downtime. I would recommend that you go for an in person consultation to discuss this and as well other possible treatments.
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March 15, 2019
Answer: Skin Tightening with no downtime This would depend on exactly what other skin issues you have and what kind of skin tightening you are looking to do and the areas you need to improve. One possibility would be Ulthera. This uses ultrasound technology that is able to go very deep to the skin to lift and tighten the skin. In most instance at age 40, 1 treatment is usually all that is necessary. The other benefit is that there is almost always no downtime. I would recommend that you go for an in person consultation to discuss this and as well other possible treatments.
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