Non-Invasive Treatments for Neck & Facial Skin Tightening
What are my options for neck & facial skin tightening?
If you’d like your face to look a bit firmer and fresher, there are several non-surgical options that can give you the skin you desire. Non-invasive facial rejuvenation treatments can fix those areas that have been bothering you, and you don’t have to undergo invasive surgery. If you’re wondering what works for neck and facial skin tightening, we explore some alternatives below.
1. SkinTyte™
SkinTyte™ is a non-surgical procedure that uses BroadBand Light™ (BBL) technology to tone and tighten the skin. It is also a very effective treatment for sun damaged and aging skin, and reduces facial redness and flushing.
Most patients need a series of 3-5 treatments to achieve optimal results. Treatments are generally spaced about 4 weeks apart. SkinTyte™ is safe for use on all skin types, and each session takes about 45 minutes.
How it works
Pulses of broad band light are directed onto the skin, and penetrate down to the dermal layer where collagen can be found. The heat promotes the contraction of the tissue, and also renews collagen and leads to tighter skin.
Is it painful?
SkinTyte™ is normally not painful, but a topical anesthetic can be applied before treatment, for those with sensitive skin.
What can I expect?
There may be some discomfort and redness after treatment, but this generally resolves within 24 hours. Most patients notice that their skin is tighter after the first treatment, but maximum results can be seen after all treatments are complete. SkinTyte™ tightens the skin, and also leaves it smooth and glowing.
Before & After Results of SkinTyte™
Video Overview of Sciton® SkinTyte™
2. ThermiTight ®
ThermiTight ® is a minimally invasive skin tightening procedure. It can be used to firm the skin on the face, neck, and body. The device has a small probe that emits temperature controlled radiofrequency (RF) energy below the surface of the skin through “controlled subdermal tissue heating.”
It usually requires only one treatment with ThermiTight ® to leave the skin distinctly smoother, and tighter. Treatment takes less than an hour to complete. Results can be seen immediately, but improvements will continue over the following 3-4 months.
How it works
The treatment area is numbed using local anesthesia. A tiny incision is made through which the probe is inserted. The probe heats the tissue to a therapeutic temperature, causing the remodeling of the collagen and elastin fibers, and also the reduction of fatty tissue.
The increase in collagen and elastin makes the skin plumper and tighter. It also improves the overall strength and quality of the skin.
Is it painful?
Patients will feel a warm sensation during treatment, but the procedure is not considered painful. The device has an infrared camera that regulates the skin temperature during treatment, to enhance patient safety and comfort.
What can I expect?
There is almost no downtime with ThermiTight ® , as most patients are able to resume regular activities by the following day.
Video: ThermiTight ® on The Doctors TV Show
3. Enhanced ActiveFX™
Enhanced ActiveFX™ is a laser resurfacing treatment that uses fractional technology to tighten the skin. The fractional CO2 diode laser procedure also rejuvenates the appearance of sun-damaged skin.
It usually takes one treatment with Enhanced ActiveFX™ to achieve the desired tightening of the skin. ActiveFX™ can also improve the appearance of skin irregularities such as fine lines, wrinkles, and scars.
How it works
A topical anesthetic is used to numb the skin, before the CO2 laser is applied. The laser energy is delivered to specific zones of the skin. The power can be adjusted so as to optimize results, and reduce the chance of side-effects. The energy penetrates to the lower dermal layer, and repairs the skin.
What can I expect?
Healing takes place quickly with CO2 skin resurfacing treatment, because the epidermis or outer layer of the skin is left intact. This results in the formation of new healthy skin that is tighter and smoother.
Minimally invasive facial rejuvenation treatments are attractive options to surgery, because there is little to no downtime, and fewer complications.
Non-Invasive Neck & Facial Skin Tightening Treatments Near Guilford, CT
These skin tightening treatments are available at the Langdon Center for Laser & Cosmetic Surgery, located in Guilford, CT. Call us today at 844-551-9880 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Robert Langdon, and find out which procedure would be most suitable for you.
Robert Langdon, MD
@drlangdon
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