Conditions
Sagging skin is a common concern that many people face as they age. It can occur due to a range of factors, including the natural ageing process, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, significant weight loss, and lifestyle choices. Sagging skin can affect various parts of the body, including the face, neck, arms, and abdomen, leading to a loss of firmness and elasticity.
As the skin ages, collagen and elastin levels decrease, resulting in a loss of natural skin elasticity. This means that the skin is less able to return to its original form when subjected to downward forces such as gravity. Additionally, bony resorption and loss of fat pads lead to less support for the overlying skin, akin to a weakened foundation. External factors such as smoking, sun exposure, pollution, and dehydration can accelerate the appearance of loose, sagging skin.
One of the most common clinic questions is how to tighten skin. We offer various rejuvenating treatments for loose skin that can help stimulate collagen production, improve skin texture, and lift skin on both the face and body.
The Doublo Gold HIFU uses focused ultrasound energy to target the deeper layers of the skin, including the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer, which is typically addressed during surgical facelifts. This energy stimulates collagen production, resulting in skin tightening and lifting over time.
HIFU is effective for mild to moderate sagging and can produce noticeable improvements in skin firmness and contour. Results develop gradually over several months and can last up to a year or more with maintenance treatments.
Ultherapy is another ultrasound-based treatment that targets deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production. It is FDA-cleared and uses ultrasound imaging to ensure precise targeting of energy to the appropriate depths. Similar to HIFU, Ultherapy is effective for non-surgical lifting and tightening of mild to moderate sagging skin. Results appear gradually over 2-3 months and can last for a year or more. Ultherapy is often praised for its precision due to real-time imaging.
Monopolar RF Treatment uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to heat the deep layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and remodelling. It works by tightening existing collagen and encouraging new collagen growth. Monopolar RF Treatment is effective for skin tightening and improving the skin’s texture. It’s suitable for mild to moderate sagging and can show results after one treatment, with improvements continuing over several months. Results can last up to a year or more.
Ultherapy PRIME is a non-surgical treatment that uses micro-focused ultrasound (MFU-V) to stimulate collagen production at the skin’s foundational layers. Unlike lasers or radiofrequency, Ultherapy delivers energy deep into the dermis and SMAS layer (the same layer addressed in surgical facelifts), without affecting the skin surface.
This treatment is FDA-cleared for lifting and tightening the brow, neck, jawline, and décolletage. The PRIME edition is designed for shorter procedure durations and improved patient experience.
