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We have been discussing that we now have a
choice for face lift. Of course, face
lift plastic surgery procedure is there but if
you do not want to go under the knife but don't
mind the needles, acupuncture
facelift is an excellent option.
Recently,
acupuncture has also been tried successfully as a
substitute for breast augmentation. How does it work?
There is no one standard treatment. It is still evolving, therefore, every acupuncturist has his/her own style. Normally it follows the regular acupuncture treatment standards. The acupuncturist analyzes your general health, eating,
sleeping, and
fitness habits and assesses
stress
level. Then the acupuncturist develops a special treatment for each person.
The key to the treatment is the application of the acupuncture needles on the face. Some acupuncturists also recommend intake of Chinese herbs. (Related:
Acupuncture plastic surgery alternatives)
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The treatment To see results the patient needs to have a series of treatments. Again the length of the treatment varies depending on the acupuncturist and the patient’s condition. It can vary from 6 to 25 treatments. More the
wrinkles, more the treatments required. Some patients have reported that they saw results after the first treatment.
The treatments are required every week in the beginning, and after a few months, every other week. The cost varies by location. In Florida it is about $70 per treatment and in Boston it costs $100 and up for treatment.
(Related article:
Adjustable facelift)
The results last for years and the treatment can be repeated as you need to. They are, according to many patients, very relaxing. (Related
article: Thread
lift)
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 Does it hurt?
There is a little discomfort when the needles are pushed in the skin, but it is neither painful nor does it require any down time
(Facelift
without anesthesia). It does not cause scars, bruises or irritation. You can go back to your normal life right after the treatment. (Related:
Alternatives to plastic surgery)
Should I try it?
Realistically speaking, acupuncture cannot cut extra skin nor
change the shape of your
nose, but it can potentially help to improve muscle tone and increase the production of collagen in the skin. Collagen is what gives the skin its radiance, and youthful and healthy look.
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