Dear Roberta, Thermage, also called Thermacool, has been featured in several magazines, including Vogue. Called the “non-surgical facelift,” Thermage is a new technologically advanced approach to treating aging skin. It is currently used for treating loosening of the skin around the eyes, forehead, mouth and other areas of the body.
Thermage works by heating the underlying layers of the skin (dermis) with a unique delivery of radio frequency energy, while protecting the skin's top layer (epidermis) with a cooling spray. This is accomplished with advanced safety features that monitor skin temperature and regulate treatments. Thermage causes immediate collagen contraction, followed by new collagen production over a period of time, resulting in a more youthful appearance.
Each time energy is delivered, there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, and again by a cool sensation. Depending on the size of the area treated, the procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.
One of the major benefits of the procedure is that it does not require any downtime, so you can resume normal activities immediately. Minimal redness is seen in some patients, but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. There is no special care needed after treatment. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.
Some patients see results soon after treatment; although in most patients, results appear gradually over 2 to 6 months. Recently completed studies demonstrated continued improvements for at least 6 months after a single treatment session. Thermage is very safe. Although this is a relatively new treatment and a new technology, the number of adverse effects has been small.
It is important to note that while Thermage is an excellent treatment option for many people, it is not a replacement for a facelift or blepharoplasty (eyelid lift). It is important to have realistic expectations when undergoing any treatment. If you’re thinking about Thermage or any other procedure, visit a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist to see what is right for you. Best of luck!
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