I had thermage done a month ago. I just saw myself in a picture and my cheeks are thin and look caved in. It looks like my cheeks that were once full have no fat on the now. I only had one done. Is this procedure going to last? Will it come undone? The doctor was telling me to do it once a month, which is very scary. It looks really bad. Do you have any advice? What do I do now?
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March 5, 2016
Answer: Thermage and Individual Results
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Themage is good, but the results are variable - the best results are seen in ethnic skin type- possibly due to the collagen contraction. Generally one has to use settings slightly higher than company recommendations to achieve a good lift. Another good device that uses focused Ultrasound is ...
I have patients of all ages who do Thermage. Unless your Mom needs a facelift, I highly recommend Thermage for the type of skin laxity that you are describing. The advantage of not having an invasive procedure without any down time and no side effects is appealing to patients of all ages, ...