Radiofrequency

The radiofrequency non-surgical facelift is a non-invasive treatment that causes skin contraction and tightening, leading to lifting of the face, brow, and cheeks without surgery and without downtime.

What makes this treatment so appealing to many people is that it typically requires less than an hour and is a safe, gentle procedure.

Patients are able to return to their normal routine immediately without any visible signs that they’ve had any cosmetic work done.

The radiofrequency non-surgical facelift works by delivering pulses of energy simultaneously with a cool sensation from a cryogen spray to the affected area.

The cryogen spray, which is used before, during and after the application of heat from the radiofrequency source, helps lessen the discomfort felt by the patient and prevents damage to the skin.

In addition, an anesthetic cream applied one hour before the procedure numbs the surface of the skin to help lessen any discomfort.

If the skin of the forehead is treated using non-invasive radiofrequency, the eyebrows can actually be lifted and the appearance of the eyes is enhanced – making the eyes look more open, less tired and more alert.

In the past, skin tightening could only be obtained with major surgery.

But with this treatment, other areas of the face such as the skin of the cheeks and neck can also be treated non-surgically to reduce loose or sagging skin.

Although in some non-surgical facelift patients the results are seen immediately, in most patients they will appear gradually over four to six months.

Since the effects are so gradual, the patient may not be aware of the extent of the changes – especially any residual effects that might occur from tightening the original area.

But when these improvements do take shape over time, patients are pleased with the enhanced results.

Increased improvement can be seen with more than one treatment.

While the radiofrequency non-surgical facelift is a good alternative for those looking to improve their skin with no down time, other “lunchtime” procedures are still valuable in treating specific cosmetic conditions.

The non-surgical facelift will not replace treatments like botulinum toxin, which treats wrinkles caused by muscle contractions, or filler agents, which are still the treatment of choice for smile lines, but it gives patients another safe and efficient option for treating aging skin.

With so many new treatments being introduced every year, it’s vital that patients consult with their dermatologist to choose the treatment that will work best for them.

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