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Ruth L. Hillelson, M.D., F.A.C.S. & Terry L. Whipple, M.D., F.A.C.S.
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Blog » Skin Tightening

What to Know About Skin Tightening

April 15, 2024 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What to Know About Skin Tightening

Skin naturally loses elasticity as we age, leading to sagging and wrinkles. While aging is a natural process, modern advancements in cosmetic procedures offer a range of effective solutions to tighten and rejuvenate skin. Our non-invasive treatments provide custom options so your skin tightening goals can become a reality. Understanding Skin Tightening Treatments Before elaborating… [Read More]

Cellulite Treatment Devices – Do They Work?

March 12, 2024 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Cellulite Treatment Devices – Do They Work?

Cellulite occurs when the fibrous cords that connect the skin to the underlying muscle loosen. As this coincides with accumulating fat cells that push up against the skin, the long, tough cords pull down creating the uneven surface or dimpling known as cellulite. If you’re affected by cellulite, you’re not alone. Almost 90 percent of… [Read More]

How To Tighten Skin After Weight Loss

February 14, 2024 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

How To Tighten Skin After Weight Loss

After rapid weight loss or losing a significant amount of weight, it’s not uncommon to experience excess loose skin. This happens because the skin has a certain elasticity to it and when it stretches to accommodate weight gain, it typically doesn’t regain its tightness after shedding that weight. Knowing what is involved and what options… [Read More]

3 Procedures for Non-surgical Neck Tightening

October 17, 2023 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

3 Procedures for Non-surgical Neck Tightening

As the years go by, skin naturally loses its firmness due to the body producing less elastin and collagen. Additionally, the facial muscles age and loosen up, which affects your neck skin. Gravity also plays a key role in the appearance of loose, sagging skin. There are some preventative measures you can take to help… [Read More]

Top 4 Procedures for Loose or Sagging Skin

September 6, 2023 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Top 4 Procedures for Loose or Sagging Skin

Why does skin loosen as you age? Collagen and elastin, the compounds that provide the skin with its necessary ingredients to remain firm, start to reduce in production as you age. This leads to saggy, loose skin. Excess sun exposure can also cause the skin to thin over time. Luckily, there are a variety of… [Read More]

What is the Ideal Age for Skin Tightening Procedures?

March 9, 2023 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

What is the Ideal Age for Skin Tightening Procedures?

It’s a common question – at what age does one begin concerning themselves with skin tightening procedures? Technically, there is no consensus to answer this question, as skincare is something personal and unique to each individual. Some people show signs of aging earlier than others for a variety of reasons. Your skin may be aging… [Read More]

3 Ways to Get Tighter Skin on Your Stomach

December 14, 2020 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

3 Ways to Get Tighter Skin on Your Stomach

Along with drastic weight loss, there are several factors that lead to loose skin around your midsection. As we age, we lose collagen resulting in the skin all over your body to lose firmness. The good news is there are several ways to firm up your abdominal area, whether it’s a problem area due to… [Read More]

Fractora for skin tightening and rejuvenation

April 26, 2019 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

Fractora for skin tightening and rejuvenation

WHAT IS FRACTORA? Fractora skin treatment is a safe and effective rejuvenation and resurfacing treatment that reduces wrinkles to slow the effects of aging and restore skin to its youthful appearance. Fractora lets you look and feel younger by reducing the effects of aging. Fractora is the most advanced fractional radio frequency (RF) treatment available,… [Read More]

The Difference Between Skin Tightening and Botox

March 25, 2019 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

The Difference Between Skin Tightening and Botox

With all the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, one of the most important aspects of any personal routine is self-care. As we age and our bodies change, our self-care routine does as well. For many, non-invasive cosmetic procedures become part of their regular routine.  After all, with today’s technology, there are numerous cosmetic… [Read More]

How Do Skin Tightening Treatments Work?

September 17, 2018 by Hillelson-Whipple Clinic

How Do Skin Tightening Treatments Work?

The worst part about getting older isn’t the wrinkles–it’s the sagging skin. When we are young, our skin is firm, supple, and tight. It creates attractive contours and helps us to feel confident and beautiful. Although we might take that for granted when we’re young, the truth is that everyone’s skin starts to sag and… [Read More]

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