from the Spring 2008 issue
Another advance in technology is now available, which improves the results of Thermage skin tightening on the body. Thermage utilizes radiofrequency energy to heat the deeper layers of the skin, achieving skin tightening by contraction of existing collagen and stimulation of new collagen production. The new deep tip delivers heat deeper into the skin than the original body Thermage tip. This deeper heating can deliver body contouring in addition to skin tightening. Body Shape by Thermage™ is ideal for men and women who are not significantly overweight, but are seeking help to firm sagging skin and reduce unwanted bulges that dieting and exercise alone cannot seem to change.
This new deep tip can be used anywhere on the body except the face and neck. Commonly-treated areas include the abdomen, “love handles”, hips, thighs, buttocks and arms. Some results will be seen immediately as the deep contouring tip tightens skin, but improvement continues for up to six months as new collagen forms and will last two years, possibly longer.
Like other Thermage procedures, Body Shape by Thermage is usually done as a single treatment, but can be repeated to achieve more improvement. It doesn’t require a topical anesthetic. The level of heat is adjusted depending upon patient feedback, with the target being a sensation of tolerable heat, but not pain. There is no downtime afterwards, and you can return to your daily activities immediately. Thermage is FDA-approved for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and temporary reduction of cellulite, but is not yet cleared for body shaping in the U.S.
If you have skin laxity or areas of the body that need contouring, call 713.850.0240, press 2 to make an appointment with one of our dermatologists or our physician assistant to see if you are a candidate for the new deep tip Body Shape by Thermage.
Before and two months post treatment. Single treatment by Birgit Buxmeyer, MD of right upper thigh and buttock.
For more information, see:
Body by Thermage
Summer 2006
Younger Looking Eyes
Fall 2006
Tighter Skin Without Surgery
Holiday 2006
Another Advance in
Body by Thermage
Winter 2009
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