Thermage ®-Skin Tightening & Cellulite

Thermage is a safe, clinically proven way to tighten and contour skin, with improvements in tone, contour, and texture occurring naturally through the stimulation of your own collagen. Aesthetica offers the latest Thermage system available today. More effective then ever before, less discomfort, and greater patient satisfaction.

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Thermage is completely non-invasive: no surgery, no injections. A single treatment tightens your existing collagen and stimulates new collagen growth. Improvements are both immediately visible and continue up to six months. Results can last for years depending on your skin condition and aging process.

The Thermage procedure is available only in the offices of qualified physicians who specialize in cosmetic procedures. The procedure itself is normally done as a single treatment that takes from 20 minutes to two hours depending on the treatment area. What's more, there is no downtime, so you can quickly resume your normal routine.
Unlike lasers, Thermage works on all skin types and tones. And unlike injections or fillers, Thermage works on your entire face: forehead, eyes, nasolabial folds, jaw line, jowls and the area under your chin. Thermage isn’t just for the face, it’s a whole body treatment. Deep conture body treatments by Thermage are extremely effective for lifting and tightening loose, sagging skin anywhere. Cellulite problems fade quickly with these new body treatments and even difficult to treat areas around the eyes can be safely and effectively improved.

If you no longer recognize the face looking back at you in the mirror, it's time to talk to a certified Thermage practitioner at Aesthetica MedSpa and learn how Thermage can help you look as young as you feel.

FDA cleared for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. Side effects are generally mild and may include redness, swelling, blisters, bumps and rare instances of surface irregularities.

* Your results may vary depending on age and skin condition.

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Is Thermage the only radiofrequency technology on the market today?
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What is the Thermage procedure?
Thermage is a safe, non-invasive cosmetic procedure that is clinically proven to help smooth, tighten and contour skin to restore a naturally younger looking appearance.  The Thermage procedure uses the ThermaCool® System to help tighten existing collagen and stimulate new natural collagen growth.  Immediate results are usually visible and continue to improve for up to six months.  Unlike lasers, the procedure can be performed on patients of all skin color. 

How does the Thermage procedure work?
The procedure works by heating collagen fibers deep in the skin and underlying tissue, while protecting the skin's surface with a cooling spray.  A ThermaTip™ treatment tip is attached to the ThermaCool System's handpiece.  The ThermaTip briefly touches the skin, delivering the non-invasive capacitive radiofrequency energy beneath the skin.  This deep uniform heating action causes the structures in the skin and underlying tissue to immediately tighten.  Over time, new and remodeled collagen is produced to further tighten and contour skin.

When will I see results?
Visible results are often immediate and improve over time.  Measurable tightening and contouring improvements appear gradually over a two to six month time period following a single treatment session.

How many treatments will I need?
Unlike many laser procedures requiring four or more sessions, most Thermage patients benefit from a single treatment.  The treating doctor will determine the course of treatment that is right for each patient, based on the patient's needs and goals.

Where is the Thermage procedure performed?
Thermage procedures can tighten skin safely on most body parts, including the face, eyes, lips, tummy, arms, hands, thighs and buttocks.

How long does the Thermage procedure take?
The Thermage procedure is a completely non-invasive, safe treatment that is performed only in a doctor's office.  Depending on the size and location of the area to be treated, the procedure may take as little as 20 minutes or up to two hours.

Is there any special preparation or follow-up regime?
No.  Unlike surgery, there is no pre-procedure preparation, such as blood work or fasting required.  With little to no downtime, most patients can return to their regular activities immediately following treatment.  There is no special care after treatment.  Some patients exhibit a temporary redness or minor swelling after treatment; this usually resolves within 24 hours. Good skin care and sunscreens are recommended as part of your regular skin care regimen.  The only signs of treatment are naturally smoother, younger, and healthier skin.

How long will the effects of the Thermage procedure last?
The Thermage procedure immediately tightens existing collagen and stimulates new natural collagen production for up to six months following the treatment.  Results may last for years depending on the patient's skin condition and natural aging process.

Is the Thermage procedure safe?
The Thermage procedure has an excellent safety record. With over 450,000 estimated worldwide patient treatments to date, the reported incidence of side effects is less than 0.2%.  The most frequently reported incidents are classified as swelling, redness, bumps, and blisters on or around the treated area.  These side effects have disappeared in a few days or weeks.  A rare (<0.04%) but longer lasting side effect described as a surface irregularity has been reported.

Is Thermage the only radiofrequency technology on the market today?
While there are other skin care technologies that use radiofrequency energy, only Thermage utilizes proprietary capacitive radiofrequency technology to deliver uniform volumetric heating into the dermal and subcutaneous layers of the skin to help naturally tighten and contour underlying tissue.  Also, Thermage generally achieves results in a single treatment compared to other technologies requiring multiple treatment sessions.

How much does the Thermage procedure cost?
The cost of the Thermage procedure depends on the areas being treated. 
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