Thermage
Tightening loose & sagging skin amd improving skin texture and tone!
For Face, Eyes, Arms, Abdomen and Thighs
Dr. Darryl Hodgkinson of The Cosmetic Surgery & Restorative Clinic in Double Bay offers an advanced technique of tightening skin that uses a unique form of radio frequency energy to tighten loose or sagging skin in the face, eyes, tummy, and even arms and legs, without an incision or recovery time.
This technique is called the Thermage™ procedure. The radio frequency (RF) energy uniformly heats the dermis (inner layer of skin) while cooling and protecting the epidermis (outer layer of skin). It is designed to tighten deeper layers of skin while helping to initiate the production of new collagen, which occurs over a period of time.
Each time treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. Dr. Hodgkinson will assess the need of each patient and prescribe the most effective method to minimize discomfort.
Depending on the size of the area treated, the procedure itself may take anywhere from 45 minutes to a few hours.
A patient may return to normal activities immediately, as there is usually no "downtime". Minimal redness is seen in some patients but it usually disappears shortly after treatment. Heat-related complications can occur but are uncommon. There is no special care needed after treatment. However, as a part of good skin care regimen, sunscreen is recommended.
The results of the treatment can last anywhere from several months to several years, depending on the aging process of the patient.
While not a substitute for a surgery, the Thermage™ procedure can be used on patients with a moderate amount of skin laxity and/or wrinkles.
For tighter and smoother skin from head to toe, call us today to schedule your consultation for the Thermage skin tightening treatment.
