How often can I do RF facial skin tightening?

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I'm a 52 y/o female with fair skin. I'm overweight (185 lbs at 5'6 1/2 inches tall). I've noticed my face sagging In the past few years, am getting some jowls and a double chin. My aesthetician recommended 4 sessions every 2 weeks of RF skin tightening on my face. Is it safe to do it that often? Would it be safer to do them once a month instead?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Typically three to four Morpheus8 treatments are recommended spaced one month apart for optimal results.  This may vary by patient.  I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.

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

Hamid Bimesl, MD · Answer

Hello,RF skin tightening is typically done every 4-6 weeks. There are a few factors that determine how often you should be treated and how many sessions you need. Age, genetics, skin laxity, desired outcome, and financials can all play a role in how your treatment plan will work for you. It is important to have a consultation with your physician prior to treatment to work towards your goal as well to discuss alternative treatments available. All the best!

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