We have
already told you about an excellent procedure:
Eyes by Thermage. The same company has another
procedure called Tummy by Thermage (TM) as yet another
non-invasive procedure in their Body by Thermage (TM)
series. The company is continuing to expand the
applications of Body by Thermage to include the
non-invasive tightening and
body contouring treatments for the
hands,
arms,
thighs,
buttocks, and legs.
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 According
to a Physiology Today survey, 71 percent of women are
dissatisfied with their abdominal appearance, and based on
Thermage research, the abdomen is the most popular area
(those
low rise jeans are so tempting you know) to treat
after the
eyes and
face. People want more
minimally
invasive alternatives to traditional surgical
treatments such as
liposuction and
tummy tucks and postpartum women are seeking ways to
get their bodies back in shape after pregnancy.
(Related:
Mommy makeover)
What is the procedure like?
It uses
radiofrequency (RF) technology that delivers uniform
volumetric heating deep into the dermis and subcutaneous
tissue to tighten existing
collagen and stimulate new
collagen. Patients benefit
from a single treatment with little to no downtime.
Results are subtle and improve over time as new collagen
forms. The procedure is ideal for patients who are
in good shape but are experiencing post weight loss or
postpartum
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What type of results can you expect?
According
to Ruth Hillelson M.D., a plastic surgeon in Richmond, VA,
"The Thermage treatment for the abdomen (Direct
fat excision) provides an excellent tightening effect,
but also a remarkable textural change that is beyond the
reach of a scalpel," said.
Dermatologist
Edgar Fincher, M.D, of UCLA Medical Center says, "After
only one treatment patients will experience immediate
tightening that will continue well after the procedure.
The greatest thing about Thermage is that you can go right
back to your daily routine." (Related:
Monopolar radio frequency skin tightening and
Accent radiofrequency therapy for breasts)
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