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Thermage

What it is: Thermage is a non-invasive treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to heat each layer of the skin, intending to renew collagen on the skin surface (the epidermis) and below (in the dermis), where many collagen fibers reside.  There are various Thermage treatment areas recommended by the company, including the eyes, body and face.

What it addresses:  Broken-down skin and collagen, from aging or sun damage:

- Sagging
- Roughness
- Wrinkles
- Crows feet

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What results can I expect from Thermage?

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January 20, 2008

Body areas that Thermage treats

Robert Clinton, MD
Robert Clinton, MD

Thermage can give the following results:

  1. Tighter skin - slightly less looseness
  2. Smoother skin - less crepiness
  3. Improved skin tone - increased collagen enhancement results in firmer skin
  4. Reduce volume with the new deep tip as part of a Body Sculpting treatment

FACE:

  1. Decreased depth of nasolabial folds 
  2. Decreased marionette lines
  3. Decreased fine lines
  4. Improved skin tone
  5. Tighter skin below the chin
  6. Tighter jowls and a stronger jawline
  7. Slightly elevated corners of nose
  8. Slightly elevated cheeks

BODY:

  1. Smoother abdominal skin
  2. Body Shaping tip can decrease abdominal volume

There are also specific tips to help skin on HANDS, EYES, and LIPS.  Results are variable. Younger patients generally achieve the best results.

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October 1, 2007

What Thermage looks like

Scott M. Gerrish, MD
Scott M. Gerrish, MD

Dr. Scott Gerrish presents the Thermage Skin Treatment system, a safer and less expensive alternative to invasive cosmetic procedures.

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