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Thermage for non-surgical skin Tightning
As seen on, "Good Morning America" and "Oprah Winfrey".
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What is the Thermage Procedure?
The Thermage procedure was developed to help the signs of aging skin. It works by tightening tissue. It is currently used for treating periorbital (around the eye) wrinkles. The Thermage procedure is also known as ThermaLift, Thermal Lifting, Therma Plasty, and Thermoplastic contouring. The Thermage technology is being studied for other aesthetic uses on the face.
How does it work?
The radiofrequency (RF) energy uniformly heats the dermis while cooling and protecting the epidermis. It is designed to cause immediate collagen contraction followed by new collagen production which occurs over a period of time. The Thermage procedure is the only non-invasive method to tighten loose skin.
What does a Thermage Procedure feel like?
Each time treatment is delivered there is an immediate cool sensation, followed by a brief hot sensation, followed by a cool sensation. An anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help make the treatment more comfortable. Your physician may offer additional measures to increase your comfort.
How long will the Thermage Procedure take?
Depending on the size of the area treated, the procedure itself may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. Your physician may require that you arrive an hour before your procedure for administration of an anesthetic cream. This patient had her forehead skin treated in about 25 minutes. Note the change in the appearance of her eyes.
When can I return to my normal activities?
You may return to your 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. As a part of good skin care, sunscreen is recommended.
When will I see results?
In most patients, results appear gradually over 2-6 months, although some patients see an earlier response.
How many treatments will I need?
A single treatment has produced good results in a significant number of patients. However, your doctor will assess the number and frequency of treatments required to achieve optimal results for your skin.
How long will the effects of the Thermage procedure last?
Recently published studies show that improvements continue for at least six months after a single treatment session. Other studies show that thermal collagen changes can last several years, depending on the rate of the aging process.
How safe is it?
The Thermage procedure is very safe. Although it is possible that skin damage can occur, this advanced treatment has been studied carefully in hundreds of patients with minimal reports of lasting adverse effects.
Thermage FAQ From: http://www.theskincentermd.com/treatment/thermacool.htm
NEWS RELEASE
NON-SURGICAL SKIN TIGHTENING
FEATURED ON THE OPRAH WINFREY SHOW
For more information, contact:
Nadine Tosk, 504.483.6957;
September 18, 2003 - Hayward, CA. In today's segment entitled, THE AGE DEFYING WOMAN: HOW TO STOP THE CLOCK ON AGING, millions of Oprah Winfrey fans came face-to-face with the latest breakthrough technique for achieving non-surgical skin tightening using the Thermage(r) Procedure. On the show, leading cosmetic dermatologic surgeon Dr. Patricia Wexler, New York City, demonstrated the Thermage method which uses non-invasive radiofrequency (RF) technology to smooth wrinkles by tightening loose skin. The top layers of the skin are protected by a cooling spray while a "smart" treatment tip delivers RF energy (heat) into the deeper skin layers. This heating action promotes the growth of new collagen fibers over time.
The non-ablative Thermage device, called the ThermaCool TC, bypasses the surface skin and requires no incisions or recovery time, making it the ideal "pick-me-up" procedure for restoring a youthful appearance. Treatment takes an hour or less to perform in the doctor's office and patients can immediately resume normal activities. Unpublished reports by experienced physicians indicate that results may last 18 months or longer based on the patient's natural aging process. Occasionally, more than one treatment is required to achieve optimal results.
By featuring Thermage, Oprah showed her viewers that a non-invasive cosmetic technology that actually tightens skin is no longer wishful thinking but a reality. If you missed this fascinating segment and want to locate a doctor in your area who offers the Thermage procedure, please visit the Thermage website at www.thermage.com or the website of the Oprah Winfrey Show at www.oprah.com.
Thermage was founded in 1996 to build a foundation of patents and technologies based on the hypothesis that radiofrequency energy could be used to achieve a desired cosmetic or therapeutic effect on the skin without damaging the skin surface. The Company is headquartered in Hayward, California in the Silicon Valley area between San Jose, San Francisco and Oakland.
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News Release From: http://www.thermage.com/thermage/index.html
