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What is the Thermage® procedure? Thermage® is the only available non-surgical procedure for tightening loose skin. Because there is no surgery involved, you will experience virtually no downtime and should return to normal activities immediately following the procedure.

How long has Thermage® been available? The Thermage® devide received clearance from the FDA July 2002 and has been available in select physician offices since then.

How does it work? A handpiece with a smooth glat tip delivers radiofrequency energy, in the form of heat into the skin. This causes immediate tightening of collagen and then new collagen will form over time resulting in additional tightening.

How long does each treatment take? Including time to prepare your skin the procedure will take 20 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size of the area treated.

What kind of results can I expect? Your skin can look smoother and more youthful as the tighter underlying collagen offers better support.

How soon will I see results? Most individuals see reults gradually within 2-6 months, however some patients see results immediately, but we choose not to overpromise.

How long will the results last? The Thermage® procedure causes an immediate tightening og the collagen structure with additional tightening over time. Unpublished reports by experienced physicians indicate that results may last 18 months or longer depending on the patient's natural aging process.

How many treatments will I need? It typically takes just 1 treatment to accomplish a nice effect. However, some patients may choose to have a second treatment to obtain additional tightening. The skin will continue to improve over a six-month time period as new collagen is formed.