Thermage

Thermage may be the answer to the anti-aging puzzle. Millions of men and women world-wide desire to take years off their faces, and up until recently, it wasn’t possible to reverse the signs of aging without a face lift procedure or a semi-invasive laser or dermabrasion technique. Today, advanced technology lets cosmetic dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons use different methods including lasers to help resurface skin and treat wrinkles on the face.

Thermage is a revolutionary new cosmetic procedure that uses radiofrequency technology to help renew skin’s youthful look and feel. While Thermage is not a laser, it has been clinically proven to tighten, lift and smooth the skin. Incision free and painless, the Thermage Thermacool system allows the radiofrequency heat to be delivered to the lower collagen and elastin layers of the skin while the top layers ordinarily vaporized by laser skin resurfacing are protected by a cooling spray. The heating of the collagen causes the skin to tighten instantly, and encourages new collagen growth to further tighten and result in smoother more youthful skin tone. Currently Thermage can be used to treat the forehead and eye areas, the mid- and lower face, as well as jaw line and neck. Some hand rejuvenation techniques include Thermage, also.

Procedure
The Thermage procedure is conducted using the Thermacool hand tool which emits radiofrequency energy and heat to the skin. To protect surface skin, a cooling spray is delivered before, during and after each touch of the Thermacool tip in order to make sure you don’t experience any discomfort. Your doctor will also likely apply an anesthetic cream to the affected area after the procedure. Treatments can take anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour, and are performed in your dermatologist’s office, surgical clinic, and other out patient facility. You may require repeated treatment to get the look you want, but Thermage results are immediate, but will progress over the following two months, especially with recurring treatments.

Cost
The average Thermage treatment typically costs from $1000 to $5000 depending on the size of the area to be treated. Contact a cosmetic dermatologist in your area to ask about their fees and financing options.

Recovery
There is no special after care required after a Thermage treatment. You may experience some redness and minor swelling in the treated area, but this should subside within a few hours and patients can return to normal activity.

Risk
As this is a non-invasive procedure, there are few risks involved in Thermage skin treatment. Potential side effects may include swelling, blistering and redness. Take the time to carefully review with your doctor what the risks may be for you.

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