Thermacool Thermage

Carmen Laronn, MD

No Surgery, No Injections, No Downtime
The Thermage® procedure is the only noninvasive treatment that delivers tighter skin, renewed facial contours and healthier collagen that provide structure to your skin. The Thermage procedure is available only in the offices of qualified physicians who specialize in cosmetic procedures. Your physician is your best information recourse for determining how this treatment will most benefit you.

The Thermage procedure employs a patented radio frequency (RF) technology called ThermaCool that has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift skin to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours. The incision-free procedure is fast and easy, and requires no downtime from normal activities. Unlike lasers, the procedure can be preformed on patients of all skin types. The ThermaCool device has been cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of facial wrinkles, rhytids and loose sagging skin. Face, neck, and eyelids are some of the areas the respond very well to Thermage. Also in recent years new treatment tips were developed for the treatment of various body areas such as stomach, arms, thighs, and buttocks, as well as for cellulite treatment.

How Does It Work?
The ThermaCool device uses a sophisticated treatment tip called ThermaTip, which delivers a controlled amount of energy, while simultaneously protecting the outer layer of the skin with cooling. This deep uniform heating action causes deep structures in your skin to immediately tighten. Over time, new and remodeled collagen is produced to further tighten skin, resulting in healthier, smoother skin, and a more youthful appearance.

What Does the Thermage Procedure Feel Like?
You will experience a brief deep heating sensation as the RF energy is delivered to your skin. This deep heating sensation is your indication that your collagen in reaching effective temperatures for tightening. The physician controls the amount of energy delivered to balance procedural comfort with maximum results. The ThermaTip device is cooled before, during, and after heating to protect your skin and make the treatment more comfortable.

Recently published studies conducted by Thermage show that measurable tightening improvements appear immediately and continue gradually over 6–9 months after a single treatment session. However, many patients have reported seeing an earlier response.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Unlike many laser procedures requiring four or more sessions, a single Thermage treatment has produced results in the majority of patients.

Is Thermage Procedure Safe?
The Thermage procedure has an excellent safety record. With over 70,000 estimated worldwide patient treatments to date, the reported incidence of side effects is less than 1%.

Recovery Time and Cost
Most people return to their regular activities immediately following the Thermage procedure. Some people experience mild redness (like a sunburn), but it usually disappears quickly. No special care is needed after treatment unless otherwise instructed by your physician.

The cost for the Thermage procedure depends on the areas being treated. Certainly, the more treatment area involved, the more the procedure will cost. Fees may vary from a few hundreds to a few thousands. Your physician will discuss his or her fees with you at the time of your consultation.

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