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Thermage™
Winner of 2006 Laser & Light Technology Choice Award

Non-surgical, non-invasive facelift by Thermage™:
FDA approved treatment that tightens and contours for a naturally younger looking appearance with no surgery, injections, and little or no downtime. Radiofrequency energy is applied to the aging skin through a non-surgical method to reduce the fine lines of wrinkles, lift from underneath, and firm through tightening process.

Eyes by Thermage™:
This is the only procedure that helps smooth and tighter skin and decrease wrinkles and hooding in the eye area without surgery or injections and little or no downtime. You will have younger looking, more lifted eyes that look less tired. Plus, the smoother skin of your eyelids will make it easer to apply eye shadow and eyeliner. The procedure only takes one hour and because there is no bruising, swelling, or sutures, you can apply makeup and return to your normal routine after the procedure.

Body Shape by Thermage™ using the new Deep Contouring Tip:
Thermage's body shape procedure is a non-invasive procedure that can help tighten, firm and shape the body following just one treatment, without surgery or injections, and very little or no downtime. The body shape procedure is ideal for men and women who are not significantly overweight and are looking to help firm sagging skin and reduce unwanted bulges that dieting and exercise alone cannot seem to change.

How it Works:
Thermage's unique capacitive radiofrequency technology safely heats your skin's underlayer and web of collagen in the inner layer, causing an immediate tightening as well as improved tone and texture. You will feel a brief, heat sensation each time Thermage delivers CRF energy. This indicates that your collagen is being stimulated and tightened. And the improvements will continue and become even more noticable for four to six months following treatment due to new collagen growth.

At our facility, all Thermage™ procedures are performed by the state licensed asthetician, under the supervision of the Board Certified Surgeon, Dr. Sharma, who actively participates in the management of your treatment plan from the beginning to the end.

Financing:
All Thermage™ procedures can be financed through Care Credit Cosmetic Plan, where the payments can be as little as $100 per month for qualified applicants. Please call Arizona Vein and Laser & Cosmetic Surgery to see if you can apply for it.

What is the Thermage® procedure?
The Thermage® procedure employs a patented monopolar capacitive radiofrequency (CRF) technology called ThermaCool™. It has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift skin to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours. The incision-free procedure is fast and easy, and requires no downtime from normal activities. Unlike lasers, the procedure can be performed on patients of all skin types. The ThermaCool device has been cleared by the FDA for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids.

How does it work?
The ThermaCool system uses a sophisticated treatment tip called ThermaTip™, which delivers a controlled amount of CRF energy. With each touch to the skin, the ThermaTip device uniformly heats a volume of collagen in the deeper layers of the skin and its underlying tissue while simultaneously helping to protect the outer layer of the skin with cooling. This deep uniform heating action causes deep structures in your skin to immediately tighten. Over time, new and remodeled collagen is produced to further tighten skin, resulting in healthier, smoother skin and a more youthful appearance.

What does the Thermage® procedure feel like?
With each touch of the ThermaTip device, you will experience a brief, deep heating sensation as the CRF energy is delivered to your skin and underlying tissue. This deep heating sensation is your indication that your collagen is reaching effective temperatures for tightening. The physician controls the amount of energy delivered to balance procedural comfort with maximum results. The ThermaTip device is cooled before, during, and after heating to protect your skin and make the treatment more comfortable. Prior to treatment, an anesthetic cream may be applied to enhance your comfort. Additionally, your physician may also prescribe relaxants and/or pain medication.

How long does it take?
The Thermage® procedure can take anywhere from twenty minutes to two hours, depending on the size of the treatment area. Additional time may be required for skin preparation prior to the procedure.

What will my skin feel like after the procedure?
Immediately following a Thermage® procedure, your skin may feel tighter, smoother and more youthful. Overtime, you will notice additional tightening.

How many treatments will I need?
Unlike many laser procedures requiring four or more sessions, a single Thermage® treatment has produced results in the majority of patients. Your physician will determine the course of treatment that is right for you.

When will I see results?
Recently published studies show that measurable tightening improvements appear gradually over 2 to 6 months after a single treatment session. However, many patients have reported seeing an earlier response.

How long will the effects of the Thermage® procedure last?
The Thermage® procedure may cause immediate tightening of the collagen structure, with additional tightening over time. Unpublished reports by experienced cosmetic physicians indicate that results may last 24 months or longer based on the patient's natural aging process.

Is the Thermage® procedure safe?
The Thermage® procedure has an excellent safety record. With over 275,000 estimated worldwide patient treatments to date the reported incidence of side effects is less than 0.4%. The most frequently reported incidents are classified as swelling, redness, bumps and blisters on or around the treated area. These side effects may resolve in a few days or weeks. A rare (<0.08%) but longer lasting side effect described as a surface irregularity has also been reported. Consult with your physician regarding this and any other questions you may have on the safety record of the Thermage® procedure.

How long before I can return to my normal activities?
Most people return to their regular activities immediately following the Thermage® procedure. Some people experience mild redness (like a sunburn), but it usually disappears quickly. No special care is needed after treatment unless otherwise instructed by your physician.