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Written by Dr. Ringpfeil

Skin Tightening

Facial skin tightening with Infini - after two treatmetns
Facial skin tightening with Infini - after two treatmetns

Treatment Options

Infini® CO2 Laser DeepFX® Titan Thermage Nd:YAG
Results ++++ ++++ +++ ++ + +
downtime 1 days 7-14 days 2-3 days None None None
# Treatments 2-3 1 1 1-3 1-3 3-6
Lasting results 10 years 10 years 10 years Unknown 2-3 years Unknown
Avg. total cost $2000-3000 $3000 $3000 $4000 $4000 $2000

Treatments: Surgical revision, CO2 laser, Deep FX, Titan, Thermage , Nd:YAG, fractionated lasers

What is laser skin tightening

Laser skin tightening is a minimally or non-invasive process that uses an infrared light source (a laser) to tighten skin by heating the collagen under the skin's surface, causing the skin to contract (tighten).

Neck - Skin Tightening

Extremely effective treatmeant with Infini®

  • Infini® - breakthrough technology (fractionated RF microneedling)
  • Quick recovery - minimal downtime
  • Creates new collagen to smooth wrinkles and improve aging and sagging skin

Skin tightening is a unique option for facial and body rejuvenation that produces dramatic results. Skin tightening effectively reduces the appearance of loose skin or fine and intermediate wrinkles for a smoother and more youthful appearance. Sometimes, surgical correction (face lift, tummy tuck etc) is the only option. However, most of the time, laxity of the skin is mild or moderate, and a less invasive treatment can achieve the desire results.

Who can benefit from skin tightening

People who start noticing loose skin in their cheeks, neck, chest, abdomen, buttocks, legs, and arms as a result of aging or weight loss could consider skin tightening treatment. Laser skin tightening is appropriate for men and women of all skin types and skin tones who wish to achieve dramatic results without painful surgery and lengthy recovery.

Skin tightening expected results

Skin type, body area, and downtime play a role in the outcome. Also, various laser technologies provide different degrees of skin tightening. In general, the more aggressive the treatment the more noticeable the results are.

CO2 laser treatment is the most aggressive approach and is usually used when skin tightening and skin rejuvenation are desired. It delivers the most drastic results. It is effective for the treatment of the face, and neck in fair and Asian skin.

A newer technology that is based on the CO2 laser is fractionated CO2 laser (DeepFX). It delivers similar results for skin tightening with greatly reduced downtime. In addition, it treats effectively other body areas such as the chest and the lax abdomen after pregnancy.

Titan laser can treat all body parts. In comparison to CO2 laser treatments, the downtime is much shorter but it requires multiple treatments to achieve substantial results. Results can last up to 2 years and additional treatment can follow to maintain the desired look.

Nd:YAG, Thermage™ ( radiofrequency), ReFirme™ are also used for tightening lose skin. These products use lower energy levels to deliver reduced patient discomfort. Consequently, multiple treatments are required to achieve significant results.

Skin tightening down time

If the 7-14 day-downtime of the conventional CO2 laser is unacceptable, fractionated CO2 with a downtime of 3-6 days may be used with minimal sacrifice of results.

Nd:YAG, Titan, Thermage™ do not harm the surface of the skin. Therefore, those treatments do not involve downtime. However, allocating time for multiple treatments should be considered.

Skin tightening pricing

Skin tightening cost depends on the desired results (number of treatments) and the size of the treated area and can vary between $500 to $7000.

CO2 laser or fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing require usually a single treatment with an average cost of $3000.

Thermage™ and Titan treatment cost structure is similar. A single session usually costs around $1500. As two to three treatments are usually needed, a patient should expect an average cost of around $4000.

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Office comfort

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What WE DID WELL

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I liked the computers.

#12024-07-28

Minimal waiting time. So friendly and professional!!

#22012-10-01 11:08:39

The atmosphere was comfortable, people were curtious, friendly, and helpful.

#32024-09-30

The friendliness with the staff kept me comfortable.

#42024-10-19

Office looks great!

#52024-12-24

I liked the friendlyness and professionalism of the staff and the MD. I was very impressed with the thorough examination I received and the way the MD explained what she found on that exam.

#62024-11-29

How nice and welcoming everyone is!

#72024-12-14

the music was marvelous!

#82024-10-24

knowledge and friendly

#92025-04-16

The Dr. saw us on time. No waiting.

#102024-12-21

What can we do better?

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Everyone and everything is excellent!

#12011-03-23 10:51:26

Just continue your good work to keep your credibility in place.

#22010-10-12 10:33:59

Too Early

#32024-04-30

keep doing what you did.

#42011-03-11 14:14:27

Being able to get an appointment at the time of the outbreak.

#52025-02-22

Parking was a little tight.

#62011-06-09 15:52:46

any information on services provided for enhancing skin apperance

#72024-08-23

I've never been in a medical office that was so warm and inviting. The decor and overall appearance has the feel of your living room but also reminds you that you are in a clinical environment as well. This practice surpasses my expectations in every way, from the staff, dress code, advances in technology and overall care of the patient. I was made to feel that my care is your number one priority.

#82011-04-29 11:02:03

No changes recommended at this time.

#92025-04-05

The only (minor) thing that I was disappointed in was that when I booked the appt. via phone, I was told that in addition to my cosmetic questions and consult, the Dr. would also be able to do my full body check. It turned out that there was not enough time to do both.

#102011-07-27 15:04:39

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