Who are Candidates?
The ideal candidate for Thermage ® is a woman in her mid thirties to mid forties who has mild facial laxity, brow ptosis slight jowling and small neckbands. Our candidates are not quite ready for a facelift, and would appreciate a subtle facial rejuvenation that requires minimal or no downtime.

How is Thermage ® performed?
The Thermage ® procedure is performed with mild sedation or topical anesthetics and oral pain medications. Thermage ® , an FDA approved technology, transfers energy into the deeper layers of the skin, causing the collagen to tighten over time. This procedure can be performed independently or in combination with other procedures, such as Botox ® or soft tissue fillers, to tighten the skin and smooth facial wrinkles.

How long does it take?
The procedure can take anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of area that is being treated. Additional time will be required for skin preparation prior to the procedure.

When will I see results?
Recently published data conducted by medical researchers, show that there is measurable tightening over two to six months after a single treatment session.

How many treatment sessions will I need?
A single treatment has produced good results in a significant number of patients, however a second may be required to achieve optimal results for the skin.

How long will the effects of Thermage ® last?
The Thermage ® procedure often causes immediate tightening in the collagen structure with additional tightening over time. Unpublished results of his new technology indicate that the results may last 18 months or longer, depending on the patient's natural aging process and lifestyle choices. Beyond this, the technology is too new to determine the final length of correction.

How long before I can return to my normal activities?
Most people return to regular activities a day or two after the Thermage ® procedure. Some people experience mild redness (like a sunburn), but this usually disappears within several hours to 24 hours. There is no special care needed for the treatment, but sunscreen is recommended as part of good skin care.

Is it safe?
He Thermage ® is very safe. Although it is possible skin damage can occur, this advanced treatment has been studied carefully in hundreds of patients, with minimal reports of lasting effects.

What kind of results can I expect?
In a broad-based study, patients describe their results as the following: 20% - excellent, 60% - moderate to good; 10% - a mild improvement; 10% - no improvement at all. Overall, this has been a very successful procedure that is growing in popularity.

If you have any further questions or would like to view actual patient photos, please do not hesitate to contact the office of Dr. Renato Calabria at (310) 777-0069.