California Thermage doctors & providers

The California Thermage directory is an unbiased resource for locating California doctors who may offer Thermage skin tightening. California physicians listed in this directory are listed according to their level of participation in the community. RealSelf.com does not accept advertorials or paid directory placements in the California doctor directory.

Thermage is FDA approved for tightening loose facial and body skin. The Thermage device received clearance from the FDA in July 2002 and has been available in selected California doctors' offices since then.

An appearance on Oprah launched Thermage to household name status several years ago. Thermage is not surgery and requires virtually no downtime, meaning that patients can return to normal activities immediately following the procedure. A handpiece with a smooth, flat tip delivers radiofrequency energy, in the form of heat into the skin, causing immediate tightening of collagen.

Thermage claims that following treatment, new collagen will form over time, resulting in additional tightening and skin that will look smoother and more youthful as the tighter underlying collagen offers better support.

What does Thermage treatment feel like?

When the radiofrequency energy is applied to the skin, you'll feel an intense but brief heating sensation. To keep you comfortable and protect the surface of your skin, a cooling spray is applied before, during and after each application of energy.

Tips for finding the right California Thermage provider

1. Laser medicine is generally regulated by California state and local authorities. Check your state's guidelines for specifics.

2. If a topical anesthetic is required for treatment, discuss the circumstances under which the cream should be used, and verify whether the use is appropriate in your situation.

3. Verify that your California Thermage provider is licensed and trained to provide the procedure.

Do not commit to Thermage with a California doctor or plastic surgeon based solely upon advertising, special pricing, or the referral of another patient before fully researching the background of the surgeon.

Thermage reviews and photos

See the Thermage before and after photo gallery for pictures posted by California providers.

Read Thermage reviews by real people and read answers from California Thermage providers in the Thermage Q&A.

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California Thermage doctors & providers on RealSelf.com:

	Erik Austin, DO, MPH San Diego Dermatologist	21 answers
	Usha Rajagopal, MD San Francisco Plastic Surgeon	20 answers
	Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD Los Angeles Dermatologic surgeon	14 answers
	Paul S. Nassif, M.D. Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon	14 answers
	Sam P. Most, MD Stanford Facial Plastic Surgeon	10 answers
	Ava Shamban, MD Santa Monica Dermatologist	3 answers
	Anne Marie McNeill, MD Newport Beach Dermatologist	2 answers
	David Amron, MD Beverly Hills Dermatologist	1 answers
	Nancy Silverberg, M.D. Orange County Dermatologist
	Deborah Atkin San Diego Dermatologist