A second treatment may be suggested at 3 months. Results may be seen for up to 2 years. Although Thermage and Exilis utilize radio frequency to produce an electrical current to heat the deeper layers of the skin, Exilis utilizes a monopolar radio frequency, which allows the waves to go deeper and exert more energy. Exilis utilizes a dual pulse to deliver a controlled energy. Patients report feeling a little warmth, but no pain as long as the hand piece is moved around the treatment area.
Most patients do not request medication or numbing cream. A typical treatment takes 20 min. There is no real downtime, but skin may be a little pink for 15—30min posttreatment. A series of four to six treatments may be recommended, one every 2 weeks, to achieve results.
Results typically last 6 months to 2 years. Ulthera delivers focused ultra-sound energy below the surface of the skin and can focus energy to a depth of 4. Ulthera tends to be the most painful, and pain medications and antianxiety medications are usually required. A typical treatment takes 60 min. There is no true downtime; however, swelling and redness may be visible for several hours and some patients develop bruising and some have numbness that may last for several weeks posttreatment.
One treatment may be all that is necessary, depending on the laxity of the skin; however, an evaluation after 3 months is suggested to see if an additional treatment is indicated. Results are typically seen for up to 2 years. Whether utilizing a radio frequency or ultrasound-emitting device, the result is a deep heating of the tissues beneath the surface of the skin, which creates a thermal injury and a resulting neocollagenesis.
All three of the devices described earlier have been used successfully in the properly trained, skilled practitioner hands and on properly selected patients. All results do require repeat treatment protocol every year or two to maintain optimal results. Alam, M. Ultrasound tightening of facial and neck skin: A rater- blinded prospective cohort study. Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, 62 2 , — Kaufman, J. Cosmetic dermatology 2nd ed. Nouveau Cosmetic Center is pleased to offer this new revolutionary treatment that is non-surgical, pain free and has no downtime.
Most people need 4 — 6 treatments spaced 1 to 2 weeks apart to get optimal results. The results of Exilis will continue to improve for up to 4 months after your last treatment, at which point you should see the full effect. The Exilis procedure uses safe radio waves to heat your skin and targeted fat cells. This thermal energy stimulates and strengthens the collagen network which improves skin laxity and texture.
The Exilis Ultra procedure uses safe radio waves to heat your skin and targeted fat cells. This thermal energy stimulates and strengthens the collagen network which improves skin laxity and texture.
Exilis Ultra combines radio frequency energy with cooling so that all areas of the body can be treated down to deep layers in the tissue. While the Exilis Ultra energy is heating the top of the skin, you remain relaxed and comfortable as the system monitors your skin temperature, ensuring a comfortable and safe treatment. There is no downtime with Exilis Ultra! You can resume all normal activities immediately after treatment. The treatment area might have some mild transient redness.
We encourage exercise afterwards, as well as hydration with water, to maximize cosmetic results. Treatment results can last for up to months. SkinCeuticals made its name originally by making the best antioxidants, and this one is no exception SkinTour is my personal skin care blog. I built it to provide expert, unbiased skincare information to you the consumer about skin health and beauty, products, lasers, injectibles and other devices.
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Menu Skip to content Topics:. What is better Thermage, Pelleve, Ultherapy, Exilis etc. Irwin January 11, My friend goes to a very well known Dermatologist and had Thermage face treatment once or twice a year.
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