Does Thermage cause swelling?
Thermage® Risks and Side Effects The most frequently reported side effects are swelling and redness in the treatment area. These side effects usually dissipate within a few hours, but may last for a few weeks in extreme cases.
Is Thermage good for eyelids?
When used on the eyelids, Thermage can significantly decrease the appearance of wrinkles on the eyelids themselves, and tighten droopy eyelids for a younger, more refreshed appearance.
Does Thermage get rid of under eye bags?
Around the eyes, Thermage can treat under eye bags, hooding, rough texture on the eyelids, wrinkles and fine lines, and other contributors to tired looking eyes. Elsewhere on the body, Thermage can treat wrinkled, crepey, sagging or bulging skin as well as the appearance of cellulite.
Can Thermage be under eyes?
Thermage for under eye wrinkles Thermage Eyes is one of the only non-surgical procedures that is clinically proven to minimise the appearance of eye wrinkles with long-lasting results.
How long does swelling last after Thermage?
Swelling (mild to moderate) usually occurs immediately after treatment, especially on the face. This is temporary and usually dissipates within 2 to 5 days.
What are the side effects of Thermage?
Altered Sensation: “Numbness,” “tingling,” or “temporary paralysis” that typically resolves in a short period of time, but may persist up to several weeks. Burns, Blisters, Scabbing, and Scarring: The procedure may produce heating in the upper layers of the skin, causing burns and subsequent blister and scab formation.
Is there downtime with Thermage?
There is no downtime with Thermage. The face will only appear a little flushed for the first hour after treatment.
How long after Thermage do you see results?
By smoothing and contouring trouble areas of loose skin, Thermage can help create a naturally younger appearance. Results show primarily as skin tightening rather than volumizing and can be first seen within days or weeks after treatment, and will typically continue to improve up to 3-6 months following the treatment.
How long do the effects of Thermage last?
How long will the effects of the Thermage procedure last? The Thermage CPT procedure helps tighten existing collagen and stimulate 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.
How often should Thermage be done?
Thermage treatment lasts about 6 to 9 months at a time. We usually recommend having one to two treatment sessions a year to maintain desired results.
When to not have eyelid Thermage laser treatment?
I tell my patients not to have eyelid Thermage treatments if they have had any eye surgery or laser treatment to the eye in the past 6 months, or have scheduled any eye surgery or eye laser treatment in the next 2 months.
How does eyelid Thermage work to tighten skin?
Eyelid Thermage is used to nonsurgically tighten and lift the eyelid skin. It works best on these problems: How does Eyelid Thermage work? The Thermage procedure uses radiofrequency energy to create a uniform heating effect in the deep dermis.
How long does it take for redness to go away after eyelid Thermage?
Minimal redness is seen in some patients after treatment, but it generally disappears within several hours. Bruising and discomfort are rare after the Thermage procedure. Occasionally mild swelling is noticed after the treatment but disappears in two or three days. How many treatments will I need?
What to do about Puffy under eye bags?
At-home remedies, such as cool compresses, can help improve the appearance of bags under eyes. For persistent or bothersome under-eye puffiness, eyelid surgery may be an option. Bags under eyes can include: