Skin Tightening Info and FAQs
How does it work?
The combined Bi-polar Radio frequency and light energy heat the dermal tissue within the treatment area. This stimulates collagen production which, in turn, produces a firming effect on loose skin. Skin becomes more smooth and elastic.
By stimulating new collagen growth, the dermal layer of the skin can virtually be remodeled.
Is skin tightening for me?
Skin tightening is safe and effective for all skin types. All skin colors can be treated for laxity, sagginess, loss of elasticity, or textural irregularities.
Treatment can be done on face, neck, or certain body areas.
When can I expect to see results?
Most patients see gradual and cumulative results throughout the tightening treatments. The total number of treatments depends on the treatment area and skin’s condition.
Does it hurt?
Skin tightening is a gentle, comfortable treatment requiring no downtime. Cooling of the skin through a chilled laser tip enhances safety and additional patient comfort.
How many treatments and how often?
Treatment sessions are typically 3-4 weeks apart and most patients will require
between 3-5 treatments.
Each treatment session typically takes half an hour, however, when booking treatments book a one hour time space.
What are the risks to skin tightening treatments?
Any medical aesthetic procedure has risk of side effects such as superficial blistering, crusting, and pigment changed to the skin. However, these side effects are extremely rare and temporary.
Pre-Treatment Instructions
- Avoid skin irritation or intentional skin tanning
- Discontinue any irritant topical agents for 2-3 days prior to treatment
- Arrive at the treatment with clean skin. There should be no lotion, makeup, perfume, powder, bath/shower oil present on the skin at the time of treatment.
Post-Treatment Instructions
- Protect area with SPF 30 or higher sunblock and avoid intentional sun exposure in the next few days following treatment.
- Some redness and swelling is expected. Use cold compresses to reduce these symptoms.
- Gently wash the treated area and avoid using harsh or abrasive products for the next 3 days.
- Avoid exposing the treated area to excess heat such a baths, hot-tubs, or saunas for 3 days post-treatment.
- If scabbing or crusting occurs do not rub, scratch, or remove the scab and advise to call the office if this occurs.
Contraindications (patients who should NOT use skin tightening)
- Pacemaker or internal defibrillator
- Superficial metal implants in the treatment area
- Current history of skin cancer, as well as any other type of cancer, or pre-malignant moles
- Severe concurrent conditions, such as cardiac disorders
- Pregnancy and nursing
- Impaired immune system due to AIDS or HIV, or use of immunosuppressive medications
- Light sensitive disease such as lupus., Porphyria, and Epilepsy.
