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If you are interested in the removal of wrinkles that result from
a face lift but do not wish to undergo surgery, a non surgical face
lift may be perfect for you. There are several of these treatments
that are available.
One type of non surgical face lift that is available is a laser
face lift. In this procedure, the doctor uses a laser to resurface
and smooth the outermost layer of the skin. One advantage that this
type of procedure has that others do not is the fact that the doctor
can control the depth of penetration that the laser will reach. This
laser can also pinpoint a concentration of collagen which is called
a collagen matrix and firm and strengthen this formation.
The recovery period for this type of face lift is much shorter
than the time needed to recuperate from a regular face lift as there
is little blood loss and a lack of the use of anesthetics. The
patient’s skin may be sore and irritated and some discoloring may be
apparent after the procedure is completed, but these should
disappear in a few days. You should also avoid sunlight for up to
six months after having this type of face lift.
As with other types of cosmetic procedures, people with fair,
lighter colored skin can benefit the most from this type of non
surgical face lift. People with darker pigmentation may want to
choose another type of cosmetic procedure.
Another type of non surgical face lift is a microcurrent face
lift. This method involves the doctor using a device that sends a
small electrical current into the skin to stimulate the production
of elastin and collagen. This procedure, which is also called a
Bio-ultimate face lift, has virtually no recovery time or side
effects. Skin coloring also plays no
part in this type of face lift.
A Thermage face lift is a non surgical procedure that involves
the use of radio frequency (extreme heat) to the problem area. This
heat causes your skin to loosen by disorganizing the collagen
matrix. As this matrix reforms, it
becomes stronger and more firm. Again, the recovery period and side
effects are virtually nonexistence. While this treatment is
effective to diminish mild wrinkles, individuals with deeper creases
may not have any apparent results.
These are the main three types of non surgical face lifts that
are available. You can discuss these with your doctor to decide
which procedure would be the best for you.
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