NONINVASIVE METHOD FOR TIGHTER SKIN

NO INCISIONS, NO NEEDLES, NO LASERS – JUST RESULTS

(Saskatoon, Saskatchewan). This newer method of tightening the face is capable of smoothing wrinkles and lifting jowls or heavy brows without the knife. Dr. Genesis of Nirvana Laser Hair and Skin Clinic in Saskatoon, reports that for the first time, women and men seeking a more youthful appearance have the option of a cosmetic procedure that does not require invasive surgery.

"The prospect of treating sagging skin and wrinkles without incisions or downtime has great appeal to my patients who are looking for subtle improvements or are not ready for a traditional facelift," says Dr. Genesis who specializes in cosmetic medicine. "It is such a rapidly advancing field that introduces new concepts and technologies each year, ever improving the outlook for skin rejuvenation." The Thermage device was FDA and Health Canada cleared in November 2002 for non-surgical brow lift and non-surgical tightening of periorbital and facial tissue, including rhytids.

"The key is a sophisticated treatment tip that heats and cools the skin at the same time. It emits radiofrequency energy to heat the collagen in the deeper skin layers while protecting the top layers with a cooling spray." According to Dr. Genesis, this heating action causes the deep structures of skin to tighten immediately. Over time, new collagen grows to further tighten skin and produce a more youthful appearance. Because treatment occurs at the fundamental level of tissue construction, the results are more significant than superficial remedies for aging and sun-damaged skin.

Dr. Genesis likens the Thermage process to that of pulling on a rope at one end in order to gradually remove the slack. The procedure typically requires only an hour or two and the patients then return to their regular activities immediately following treatment." The Thermage system was selected to receive the 2003 "Best of What’s New" Award in the Personal Health category by Popular Science.

Dr. Genesis offers advise to the Thermage consumer. Research has revealed that the pulse count is a strong predictor of successful outcome with this procedure. Failure to deliver an adequate number of pulses to the treatment area likely will result in treatment failure or non-response. A discount is not a bargain when there is a non-response due to a paucity of pulses.

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