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Review for the Firming Treatment "Profound" - Sam Ramon, CA
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Being a guy over 40, I thought I would look into...
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Being a guy over 40, I thought I would look into skin care treatments that would help keep me competitive in the San Francisco Bay Area market. I read an article in men's fitness about Dr. Hayes Gladstone and realized he opened a new clinic in San Ramon California. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist was friendly and helpful. When I met with Dr. Gladstone he was very calming and knowledgeable. The skin tightening treatment called "profound" interested me. It helps to create/maintain a chiseled jaw line. Here's a description of how it works. Profound's technology is a machine manufactured by Syneron utilizing a hand piece with a disposable cartridge made up of an array of radiofrequency energy needles. The hand piece is then placed by the doctor on the areas that have been pre-determined to provide maximal effect. Then needles penetrate into the skin and release heat for a specific amount of time at a precise temperature and depth. This high energy then stimulates the body to make new collagen and elastic tissue. I like that idea. So I made an appointment for the following week. When I arrived the assistant applied numbing cream to the treated area. The treatment took about hour, wasn't painful and after two months I started to see great results. I highly recommend having Dr. Gladstone preform this brand new cutting edge firming treatment called "Profound."
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Replies (17)
November 10, 2015
Thanks for your review. Not many doctors perform this treatment yet. How much down time was involved. Were you able to drive yourself home? Do you know how this procedure is priced? I would be willing to fly somewhere to get it done. Do you think that's doable? Thanks!
November 16, 2015
I was swollen for about seven days, but after three days I felt comfortable going out in public. I didn't feel any pain or experienced any side effects expect being swollen around the treated area and a little red. After a couple of months I notice my Jaw line starting to lift and tighten. I was told it would last for two years, and if I continue having this procedure every two years, I will never need a facelift. Because this is a brand-new skincare treatment, I highly recommend Dr. Hayes Gladstone, because he's well-trained and knows the treatment very well.
June 12, 2016
Did your jawline feel lax at first? I am only day four out but I swear my chin feels all wobbly --i wanted to do procedure to tighten.. I know it is swollen still because I can't really put head to chest. I really appreciate any specifics you might share.
July 20, 2016
Yes, I felt mushy/wobbly for about 6 days. I was swollen for 7 days, but once healed, it went away. I started to see my results 4 months later. It's been 1 year, 1 1/2 months since I've had the procedure. No side effects. Expect a firmer jaw line. There's no distortion for fat loss in my face. I was told it would last 2 years or so. Only time will tell. But my jaw line still looks firm
June 9, 2016
I just had the procedure done yesterday. So....I am waiting to see how I heal --definitely swollen and more bruising than I expected. Hoping the healing goes well. Thanks for sharing your story. You are right --there is not much online about this procedure. I will post and share pictures after. I am taking pics though.
June 12, 2016
Can you tell me some specific things you experienced? I just did this --I am in my fourth day. My skin still feels tingly and the skin under chin is very lax. I am scared. did you have these feelings--or anyone? I was also VERY BRUISED all around my mouth and chin. I did get that light zapping and that helped, but neck is all mushy. Help!
July 20, 2016
Hi Belle, sorry for the delay. Hope you're doing well after having the Profound treatment. I myself was bruised for a few days and swollen for 7 days. But after then it healed well. I started to see my results four months later. My jaw area felt slightly mushy as well. But once healed, it went away.
August 31, 2016
Hello, great results and feedback! I had this done 3 weeks ago and still have some numbness near my ears and part of my neck. Do you recall the side effects lasting that long?
September 1, 2016
Hi Purple39, can you tell me how effective the treatment with profound was. I'm considering it but am worried about fat lost.
September 1, 2016
Hello Artishere, I actually had the treatment done to help with fat loss so I may not be the best person to answer your question. I know the doctor did use a higher temp on me in order to increase fat loss but I think the procedure can be altered depending upon what outcome you are looking for
September 1, 2016
By the end of the second week, I was fully healed. The swelling last me seven days or so. Depends on your body's healing process.
UPDATED FROM mtmuscle
5 months post
Profound Updated Photos
Here's some photos of my before and after. The treated area was my Jaw line and jowls.
Replies (3)
December 30, 2015
Did you lose weight between your Before & After photos ... or is the better jaw definition just due to the procedure?
January 10, 2016
The before image was taken after the treatment. I was swollen for several days. The after image was taken three months later. But of course after the swelling goes down my Jaw line is going to look more defined. But I did notice that after a few months my Jaw line felt and looked tighter, more firm.
UPDATED FROM mtmuscle
1 year post
Profound Treatment Update
I have a coupe images that showcase my before and after results. I had the Profound treatment to firm my jaw line. I've been pleased.
Thank you for sharing! You had just one treatment then, and saw results?
That is really helpful! Thank you!