Is FaceTite or Genius RF more effective for skin tightening?

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Which treatment, facetite or genius RF is more effective for skin tightening?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime.​  Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Giuseppe Fiore, MD · Answer

Hi 
thanks for your question.
Without pictures it is not possible to give you a specific answer. My approach always involves a detailed medical history and assessment of the face and neck as a whole unit in order identify the area required treatment and achieve balance and proportion among the different areas of face/neck. There are several skin-tightening methods (surgical and non- surgical) for face and also body. 
I don't have experience with genius RF. 
My experience is with Facetite in combination with Morpheus 8 (3 sessions 4 to 6 weeks apart ). 
Facetite involves an handpiece with 2 electrodes : the internal electrode is placed in the subcutaneous adipose layer and the external electrode is in contact with the skin. The Radiofrequency energy transmitted between the two electrodes induces coagulates of fat and contraction of the fibroseptal network (FSN), causing retraction of the soft tissue and skin retraction/tightening. Some studies showed up to 36% skin retraction at 1 year. The device received FDA approval in 2016 with the indication of electrocoagulation of soft tissues. The Morpheus is an external applicator that delivers radiofrequency energy on the skin and is an an excellent final step in Facetite. Morphesu 8 can improve also the skin's texture and tone by stimulating natural collagen response. 
In summary the combination of Facetite (subdermal : under the skin) and Morpheus 8 ( on the skin) can improve skin tightening and skin texture (reduce also acne scars).
I would advice to make a consultation with a surgeon expert in face and body contouring and skin tightening treatments for medical assessment in order to make a bespoke surgical or medical treatment plan. 
Hope this help, 
Dr Fiore

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