I had liposuction on my hips, flanks and abdomen 6 weeks ago with excellent results. However, there are areas I'd like to be tighter due to my weight-loss caused skin laxity (mainly flanks and upper abdomen). My surgeon recommended Vivace for tightening, but I can't find any reviews or pictures of results from using Vivace to tighten body skin. Is Vivace a good option? What other options are there for skin tightening?
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Hello - Yes! The Vivace treatment will stimulate collagen, smooth texture, shrink pores, and tighten the skin. The HA filler will fill major volume defects to create a more balanced and pleasing shape to the face. I love to combine these treatments together, it resets the...
We will ;often alternate treatments of Vivace with other skin refining options such as laser facials and hydrofacials. We like to do Vivace monthly x 3 months and in between we offer facials and laser skin rejuvenation to maximize skin tightening and improve healing time.
Hello! Most likely the surface irregularities you are seeing are due to post op swelling. Interestingly, some patients experience this and some do not, regardless of the power settings. In my experience this side effect almost always resolves within 48 hours. If you have ongoing...
