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Blog » The Amazing, Skin-Tightening Benefits of Thermage

The Amazing, Skin-Tightening Benefits of Thermage

July 3, 2014 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Get big results with Thermage | VAYou may not have heard of Thermage yet, but this revolutionary skin care treatment is making big changes to the way skin is treated. This unique treatment is designed to target sagging, loose skin and tighten it without using surgery. There are many benefits to this incredible new way to improve the look of tired, aging skin. Read on to learn more about what Thermage treatments can offer you.

No. 1 Thermage Is Nonsurgical and Effective

Presently, many facial rejuvenation techniques are surgical in nature. They usually involve the placement of incisions to lift the skin, lay it more tightly, and trim away the excess. Weeks of recovery time tend to follow such procedures and even then, the results aren’t permanent. Aging, time and gravity will continue to affect the skin and deteriorate its natural elasticity. The cycle of sagging skin will continue, no matter how many surgeries are performed.

Thermage, on the other hand, is a nonsurgical approach that involves little downtime and can have long-lasting results. Basically, Thermage works by using radiofrequency waves to improve the skin’s appearance and boost elasticity. There are no incisions, no skin is trimmed away, and there is no lengthy recovery to suffer through.

No. 2 Thermage Needs No Downtime

There is recovery involved with nearly every procedure available today, but Thermage is one of the few that doesn’t require downtime. There’s no need to plan time off from work, postpone a vacation, or skip out on the company baseball game. Your Thermage treatments are designed to fit into your daily routine so you can see your surgeon and return to the rest of your day without missing a beat. While you may experience slight discomfort after the procedure, it won’t be enough to slow you down.

No. 3 Thermage Is Versatile

Facial surgeries have very specific purposes, but Thermage can treat any area of the face with the same approach and garner the same results. Patients with loosening skin can opt for Thermage treatments to address concerns they have for:

  • The eyes. Thermage is safe for this delicate area of the face and can address hooded eyes, fine lines or crow’s feet, frown lines, and the upper and lower eyelid.
  • The face. With Thermage, surgeons can target any area where the skin appears to be sagging, including the neck, jowls, and more. Gravity may pull inelastic skin downwards, but Thermage is the perfect tool for reversing this damage.
  • The body. While we’re concentrating on the face, the body begins to age as well. Sagging skin can form in various places on the body, like the arms and thighs. Thermage will smooth this skin, sometimes even improving the appearance of cellulite temporarily.

No. 4 Thermage Requires Just One Treatment

Some of today’s technology-based procedures involve two or more sessions to achieve real, lasting results. With Thermage, just one treatment is enough to get the results you need. While you may need to treat multiple areas on separate days, it is your choice whether you boost your Thermage treatment with another on the same area.

So how does Thermage work? This unique procedure uses the latest Thermage CPT technology to deliver radiofrequencies to the skin, adding a gentle vibrating sensation and periodic bursts of cooling to provide comfort for patients. The treatment is gentle as it alternates between heating and cooling the area with each pulse of the device. During the procedure, your surgeon will check in on your comfort level to ensure that you have a pleasant, but effective, treatment experience.

No. 5 Thermage Results Appear In One Day

With no recovery time and no lengthy period of swelling or bruising to get through, Thermage is already a very unique skincare treatment. On top of these great benefits, Thermage also offers its patients the ability to get their results quickly, sometimes in as little as one day. Your first results will appear almost instantly, with slight changes evolving for six months following your treatment as the body regenerates collagen and the skin tightens. These deeper results will last for years as the body naturally produces what it needs to keep your skin looking great.

Find a Thermage Treatment Clinic Near You

Contact Hillelson-Whipple Clinic Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedics today to book your Thermage treatment consultation. Dr. Ruth Hillelson, Director of Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics at Hillelson-Whipple Clinic, has an extensive background in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, as well as a commitment to implementing the latest medical techniques and technologies. Dr. Hillelson has had over ten years of experience with radiofrequency and has been sought to lecture and train physicians internationally. Furthermore, her results have been published around the globe and are among the best.

Dr. Terry Whipple is the Director of Orthopaedics and Fitness at Hillelson-Whipple Clinic, providing his patients with a range of other procedural options to help with fitness, pain management, and other health concerns. With both Dr. Hillelson and Dr. Whipple involved, Hillelson-Whipple Clinic is a unique clinic for patients seeking procedures and treatments of all varieties. Contact their office, located at 9900 Independence Park Drive in Richmond, VA, by calling (804) 290-0060 to schedule your consultation today.

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