Can the Profound RF laser replace a facelift and lip lift?

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I am under 30, but I have lots of loose skin by the jowls. Can the Profound RF laser tighten these to replace a facelift, and possibly lip lift/upper blepheroplasty? I have heard with Ultherapy many people lost lots of fat/volume instead of skin tightness, will this laser have the same negative effect? What are the pros and cons, and are results permanent?

Raymond E. Lee, MD · Answer

Good question.  The Profound RF system is a technologically advanced micro needling system that delivers radio frequency energy to precisely heat up skin to allow for tightening.  It is FDA approved to tighten lower face and neck skin and leg cellulite. Although not FDA approved for tightening in the upper lip in the US it is being used to help do so.  It will help to achieve PARTIAL results of a face and lip lift but will not "replace" the surgical procedures.  Think of Profound RF as an minimally invasive alternative to a lower facelift and lip lift.  At 30 years old you are too young for a facelift anyways and this system may be more suited.  Best of luck!

Peter J. Capizzi, MD · Answer

Ultherapy.....works!  It is amazing and actually we tell our patients that they will see results in 4 weeks and it will keep getting better for the year.  This is one technology that fills a void where it is sorely needed.  This is minimally invasive, done under local, 45-60 minutes and in a single treatment you can push the clock back 5 years.  No surgery and works! Wow!

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

I do have Profound also known as ePrime- this was one of the very first devices to use INSULATED needles to deliver RF energy to provide tissue contraction. It can work, results are less than predictable, downtime is longer than a face lift. I am not a fan of this device, however other specialist may find this better than the other methods I employ to non surgically lift the face. To answer your question, it is not a substitute for a face lift or bleph. We really do need to see your skin, palpate, see you animate and understand your expectations before recommending a treatment. For patients under the age of 30, a face lift is not, in my opinion appropriate. LA has many good plastics and dermatologist, so you are in good hands. Do your research and have a few options. Dr Davin Lim, Brisbane. Australia.

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