Thermage offers a truly non invasive treatment using radiofrequency energy from a laser. While there are minimally invasive injection-based treatments that can also remove localized deposits of body fat, Thermage does not require needles and nothing physically penetrates the skin. The radiofrequency (rf) waves pass harmlessly through the top layers of the skin into the subcutaneous fatty layer and subdermal collagen layer. It is mostly used as a skin tightening treatment and for cellulite reduction but can also be a non surgical liposuction alternative for body contouring.
Thermage Non Invasive Fat Reduction
Some licensed treatment providers and experts in the field claim that Thermage reduces fat by melting fat cells with the rf waves. After some of the fat is melted by the heat it is removed naturally from the body along with other bodily waste. Meanwhile, it is important to understand that Thermage is only been FDA approved for the treatment of wrinkles and cellulite but not for body contouring. Reported results of Thermage being a fat reduction treatment have been mixed.
Thermage Lift and Cellulite
Thermage uses rf energy to generate heat in the deeper tissue as it is passed over the surface of the skin. The heat causes the collagen fibers in the skin contract which produces smoother, tighter skin which can also reduce the body area’s circumference. The treatment also stimulates the production of collagen so the skin is more “plump” which relieves some wrinkles and fine lines.
The combination of skin tightening and the potential reduction of some fat in the treated area make Thermage a very effective anti-cellulite solution. Stringy fat that pulls down on the skin is what causes the dimples and unevenness we know as cellulite. Anything that reduces fat in a problem area, such as Thermage or Lipo-Ex, offers the potential to be very effective in getting rid of cellulite. The tightening of skin is the basic premise of Thermage facelift which is the use of Thermage’s rf technology for the purpose of face and eye lifts.
The Procedure
The most commonly areas of the body treated with Thermage are around the face. Regions like the neck, forehead, eyes and brow are some of the most common areas where this type of treatment is requested. One of the best things about this procedure is that it is relatively quick as each session lasts anything from half an hour to one and one half hour. Most patients report a warm or tingling sensation as the energy of the radiofrquency waves passes through the skin. Some patients will experience mild side effects such as redness or slight swelling of the treated area. These side effects will usually go away within a few days. Any serious swelling or irritation should be reported to your physician.
Thermage Costs
How much Thermage costs really depend on the particular type and size of the treatment which is also usually the primary determining factor in the final cost of the procedure. It is usually somewhere between $1,000 and $5,000 depending on a range of factors. Being a onetime treatment makes this more affordable than most other types of treatments.
Remember that results are not guaranteed and will vary from individual to individual. Find a licensed provider or plastic surgeon that offers Thermage as a non surgical fat reduction treatment and schedule a consultation session for more individualized advice. For best results, develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise.
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