the advantages of thermage is that it has less risk than a facelift, virtually no downtime and vitually no chance of bruising after the treatment. The disadvantages are that it can't give as perfect a result as surgery and there are risks, although of a small chance.
Pros - Thermage is used for skin tightening and collagen stimulation of the face, neck, eyes, and body. We have many patients who use Thermage as maintenance to help keep the collagen framework of their skin tight. The procedure can be beneficial for people hoping to postpone a surgical procedure. Thermage can also be used to treat the upper eyelids. Thermage typically requires one treatment. The results are most evident in six months and typically last for two years.Cons - The results of Thermage, as with any non-surgical procedure, will never match a surgical result. If you are looking for dramatic lifting, a more aggressive intervention may be best. Your provider should evaluate your needs and make recommendations based on your particular anatomy and concerns. The office should also have before and after pictures of their own patients to help set reasonable expectation.
