THERMAGE BODY SHAPE NOW AVAILABLE

What is the Thermage^® procedure?  The Thermage^® procedure is the latest FDA approved procedure to tighten skin.  It is not a laser, but uses radiofrequency energy to uniformly heat the lower dermis to cause collagen contraction and  remodeling. 

How long is the treatment?  It depends on how many areas are treated, but usually takes 30 to 60 minutes.

When will I see the results?  Some patients will have immediate results, but most people will see the results gradually over the next two to six months.

How long do the results last?  Since this is a revolutionary procedure, the results are lasting at least two years, but the general consensus for people treated during FDA trials is that results will last five years or longer.

Is there any bruising, bleeding or downtime?  No.  The procedure is non-ablative.  There is no cutting.  You can return to normal activities that day.

Is it safe?   Radiofrequency  energy has been used in  medical procedures for many years with an excellent safety profile.  In FDA trials there were less than 1% of associated side effects.  The most common is a slight burning of the skin, similar to a sunburn.

Am I a candidate?  Most individuals are candidates regardless of color, age or previous procedures.  In fact, the only contraindications are pregnancy and implanted hardware devices (pacemakers/defibrillators)

How many treatments will I need?  The vast majority of people need only one treatment.  However, your doctor will assess if additional treatments are required to achieve optimal results.

Does it hurt?  Every individual has a different threshold for pain tolerance, but your doctor will seek optimal treatment levels with acceptable pain.  Patients usually feel a cooling spray followed by  a brief sensation of heat in the treatment site, followed by a cooling spray again.  Dr. Varano uses a topical anesthetic cream to help minimize any discomfort.

What areas can be treated?  The four most common areas are the mid-face (below eyes to chin), the neck, forehead areas, and peri-orbital  (around the eyes).  Prices range from $1200 - $1500 per area.  Multiple areas treated receive over a $500 discount.
 

Thermage Body Shape

What areas can be treated?  Tissue tightening and moderate circumferential reduction can now be obtained using Thermage deep tissue contouring. Individuals who are not significantly overweight can now have non surgical improvements and reduction of abdomens, "love handles", arms, thighs and buttocks. There is NO DOWNTIME and you may return to work that day .

When will I see the Results?  Many patients can see immediate results and continued improvements up to 6 months later. Abdomen treatments can have 1-3 inches of circumferential reduction, other treated areas can appreciate average of 1-3 cms.

COST $2500-$3700 depending on treated area (determined at consultation).
 

 

Before	After		Before	After
Photos courtesy of Bob Weiss
Before	2 months later		Before	2 months later
This is a 71 year old treated by Dr. Varano who had immediate changes after a THERMAGE® treatment  to jaw line and submental (under chin) area.

Before and After 2 hours. Treatment by Drew Varano, M.D.

^{Photos courtesy of Thermage® trained physicians}