I am nervous about it and would like to know the risks and possible side effects before i take the plunge, can you advise me please.
Answer: HIFU will not provide any sustainable or real lift to the jowl area Unfortunately HIFU even though it promises a lot will not and cannot lift the jowl. The jowl is caused by weakness in the mandibular ligament and results in movement of facial skin into the neck that hangs down over the jaw. Movement of fat also complicates the jowl. Correcting the jowl involves release of the ligament, moving of fat, tightening of muscle and removal of skin. HIFU simply cannot achieve any of this. In fact, pre-jowl filler is more effective even though it has its own limitations. Only a Facelift (even a Short Scar which is aimed at the jowl only) will lift a jowl.
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Answer: HIFU will not provide any sustainable or real lift to the jowl area Unfortunately HIFU even though it promises a lot will not and cannot lift the jowl. The jowl is caused by weakness in the mandibular ligament and results in movement of facial skin into the neck that hangs down over the jaw. Movement of fat also complicates the jowl. Correcting the jowl involves release of the ligament, moving of fat, tightening of muscle and removal of skin. HIFU simply cannot achieve any of this. In fact, pre-jowl filler is more effective even though it has its own limitations. Only a Facelift (even a Short Scar which is aimed at the jowl only) will lift a jowl.
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Answer: Non-Surgical Face Lift / Skin Resurfacing with Renuvion/J-Plasma -- add Lasers, Microneedling/PRP, Ultherapy, FaceTite In our practice, we perform a non-surgical face lift / skin resurfacing treatment using Renuvion Helium Plasma Radiofrequency. To get the most improvement with skin tightening, we combine Renuvion (formerly J-Plasma) with lasers (Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, CO2), microneedling/PRP, Ultherapy and InMode FaceTite. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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Answer: Non-Surgical Face Lift / Skin Resurfacing with Renuvion/J-Plasma -- add Lasers, Microneedling/PRP, Ultherapy, FaceTite In our practice, we perform a non-surgical face lift / skin resurfacing treatment using Renuvion Helium Plasma Radiofrequency. To get the most improvement with skin tightening, we combine Renuvion (formerly J-Plasma) with lasers (Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, CO2), microneedling/PRP, Ultherapy and InMode FaceTite. I suggest getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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August 29, 2018
Answer: Will HIFU tighten my saggy jowls? Many thanks for posting your question. HIFU (high intensity focussed ultrasound) is an "energy based treatment" that has shown promise for some skin tightening.However, the effects are limited, as it does not act on the deeper tissues that are the fundamental cause of jowl development - the SMAS layer.At the moment, the only way to comprehensively address the SMAS layer is to undergo a facelift.However, if you feel this is more than you are happy to undertake at the moment, then I think it is perfectly reasonable to try HIFU, however, please lower your expectations of the results it will provide.I hope this has been helpful - good luck
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August 29, 2018
Answer: Will HIFU tighten my saggy jowls? Many thanks for posting your question. HIFU (high intensity focussed ultrasound) is an "energy based treatment" that has shown promise for some skin tightening.However, the effects are limited, as it does not act on the deeper tissues that are the fundamental cause of jowl development - the SMAS layer.At the moment, the only way to comprehensively address the SMAS layer is to undergo a facelift.However, if you feel this is more than you are happy to undertake at the moment, then I think it is perfectly reasonable to try HIFU, however, please lower your expectations of the results it will provide.I hope this has been helpful - good luck
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Treatment for saggy jowls My main concern with non-surgical options for jowls is that they do not address the true anatomical reason for the jowls to have occurred in the first place which is a descent of the soft tissues and fat compartments in the face along with a weakening of the muscles. The use of a non-surgical energy based treatment will not relocate the tissues back to their youthful position and will only provide a shortlived temporary minor improvement. The best procedure is a lower face and necklift which will relocate the tissues to their normal position and provide a longlasting effect. Of course facelift and necklift procedures is not one all-encompassing procedure since every face is different and the specific type of surgery and adjustment to the deep tissues ( the SMAS layer and platysma) will be different. It is best to seek out a surgeon who is experienced in all types of facelift surgery and who is able to individualise your surgery to the specific ageing features in your face. Beware of surgeons promoting one type of branded facelift or enticements into a local anaesthetic procedure. The ageing face needs an overall assessment and may require multiple techniques during the facelift to provide the best longlasting natural result.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Treatment for saggy jowls My main concern with non-surgical options for jowls is that they do not address the true anatomical reason for the jowls to have occurred in the first place which is a descent of the soft tissues and fat compartments in the face along with a weakening of the muscles. The use of a non-surgical energy based treatment will not relocate the tissues back to their youthful position and will only provide a shortlived temporary minor improvement. The best procedure is a lower face and necklift which will relocate the tissues to their normal position and provide a longlasting effect. Of course facelift and necklift procedures is not one all-encompassing procedure since every face is different and the specific type of surgery and adjustment to the deep tissues ( the SMAS layer and platysma) will be different. It is best to seek out a surgeon who is experienced in all types of facelift surgery and who is able to individualise your surgery to the specific ageing features in your face. Beware of surgeons promoting one type of branded facelift or enticements into a local anaesthetic procedure. The ageing face needs an overall assessment and may require multiple techniques during the facelift to provide the best longlasting natural result.
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July 24, 2017
Answer: HIFU to tighten saggy jowls It’s a good decision. HIFU is a good option to tighten saggy jowls. Even though I am saying this without examining you or seeing you, but HIFU does give the lift in the desired areas. You may need to repeat it for more than couple of sessions. Don’t expect magical results immediately after the surgery. Slowly & slowly the collagen will form and you will get the desired lift.
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July 24, 2017
Answer: HIFU to tighten saggy jowls It’s a good decision. HIFU is a good option to tighten saggy jowls. Even though I am saying this without examining you or seeing you, but HIFU does give the lift in the desired areas. You may need to repeat it for more than couple of sessions. Don’t expect magical results immediately after the surgery. Slowly & slowly the collagen will form and you will get the desired lift.
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