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Thanks for yourquestion. Microcurrents probably have a minimal effect on the skin and evenless of an effect on the collagen under the skin. While these are used quitecommonly in spas, we know that if you need collagen stimulation or enhancement,that something more significant, in most instances, will be needed. Make aconsultation with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon and learnwhat can be best done to enhance your skin.
Ameliee: There have been a variety of devices proposed for stimulation of facial collagen production, such as the "galvanic spas", etc. Many of the current fillers, such as Sculptra and Radiesse suggest that they can stimulate facial collagen production and the short term results seem to indicate that they are effective, to a degree. In seeking safe, cost-effective, nonoperative modalities for facial collagen stimulation or rejuvenation, radiofrequency has been used with variable success, Thermage, Fraxel, Viora, Exilis. I have recently brought on Ultherapy, a FDA approved modality for nonsurgical lifting. The micro-focused ultrasound is applied to the deeper layers of the face & gradually promotes collagen stimulation, over 3-4months. In my opinion, this is the "real deal"!
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...
The best place to begin is a visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about options. Fillers are a great way to add volume and highlight contours. Botox can be used to soften dynamic lines. Maintenance treatments such as microneedling and...
This is my expertise and a huge portion of my practice. Asymmetry is normal and expected. Buccal fat pad gives slimming not symmetry. Masseter botox will make you slimmer and make the jawline more loose. Fillers help give shaping and contouring. If you want perfect or close to perfect symmetry...