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Many wrinkles are caused by the skin losing its elasticity, a
loss that causes it to droop and sag. To effectively remove
wrinkles, several skin tightening procedures are available.
The Ultimate in Skin Tightening-Surgical Face Lifts
The ultimate skin tightening procedure is the face lift. A
surgical face lift involves the doctor cutting the skin away from
the face by making an incision in the hairline and traveling around
the upper half of the head. He then pulls the skin down and away
from the face. This enables the surgeon to repair and build the
tissue that is lying underneath.
For the best results possible, the doctor may also use implants,
injections such as Botox, and a variety of resurfacing techniques in
unison with the face lift. When he has finished with the tissue, he
pulls the skin tightly back into place and trims away any excess.
The doctor then reattaches the skin its original location.
When the bruising and swelling subsides in a few weeks time, the
patient’s wrinkles should have been removed. The effects of a
surgical face lift can last for years.
The Next Best Thing-Non Surgical Face Lift
There are several types of non surgical face lift procedures that
are available for skin tightening that involve less risks and
expense than the traditional procedure. A laser face lift involves
the use of a laser beam to resurface the skin and rebuild and
strengthen the collagen matrixes (groups) that lie underneath.
A Thermage face lift involves the use of radio frequencies, which
consist of extreme heat. This heat also penetrates the collagen
matrixes, causing them to disorganize and scatter. When they
regroup, the matrix becomes stronger, leading to firmer and smoother
skin.
The Bio-ultimate face lift utilizes small electric currents to
stimulate the skin to increase its production of collagen and
elastin, the two key components to firm and youthful looking skin.
Consult Your Doctor
While these types of skin tightening procedures have proven to be
effective, they are not for everyone. Some of these face lifts are
not advised for people who have darker skin, while certain medical
conditions may make these face lifts unavailable to others. You
should discuss these procedures with your doctor to find if these
face lifts are right for you.
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