Wrinkles are a well-known sign of aging. Whether you call them wrinkles, creases, or laugh lines, About Face has options if you’re ready to get back to firmer, more youthful skin.
The path to renewed and revitalized skin can take you in many different directions, and you shouldn’t feel like you have to navigate it alone. At About Face, we’re here to help co-pilot and guide you to your desired skin destination.
If you are looking for skin tightening results, perhaps the right choice is a Sculptra, Morpheus8, or Thermage treatment in Philadelphia. Maybe it’s a combination of these, or maybe the best approach is something else entirely. We are here to help you achieve the results you want.
But first, how do fine lines and wrinkles form?
Goodbye wrinkles, fine lines and laugh lines
Wrinkles result from lack collagen and elastin. These proteins provide the skin with structure and elasticity. As you age, the production of collagen and elastin in the skin slows down and the structure of your skin begins to break down at an accelerated rate (especially in areas that move a lot, like around the mouth and eyes, etc.). The areas that perform the most repetitive movements (such as smiling or frowning) will be the first areas to show signs of this exhaustion.
As a result, the skin loses its elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles appear, and the texture and tone of the skin can change.
If you look in the mirror and wish you could see smoother, more vibrant skin in your reflection, About Face has non-surgical skin tightening treatments designed to address your aesthetic concerns.
Thermage® FLX
Thermage® FLX is a non-surgical skin tightening treatment. By sending powerful, but carefully controlled radio frequency energy into the dermal layers, a Thermage treatment in Philadelphia heats the water molecules found in the collagen structures.
Controlled damage to skin cells stimulates the body’s healing response, promoting the production of new collagen to rebuild and rejuvenate your skin.
Thermage skin tightening results are often seen 2 to 6 months after a date; The skin may continue to improve for 1 to 2 years.
Who is the ideal Thermage candidate?
Almost anyone can benefit from the collagen boosting effects of Thermage treatments in Philadelphia.
Patients seeking Thermage treatment in Philadelphia want to reduce fine lines and wrinkles through moderate skin tightening. Some Thermage patients may have specific goals, such as crow’s feet, sagging eyelids, or loose skin on the face and body, and some Thermage patients want to receive treatments proactively to “bank” as much collagen as they can to prevent signs of aging.
Everyone likes instant gratification, but a Thermage treatment in Philadelphia takes time and patience for all the magic to happen. As your collagen and elastin remodel and regenerate, you’ll begin to see subtle improvements daily over the next 6 months.
Sculptra
An FDA-approved biostimulator, Sculptra uses a poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) formula that stimulates collagen-producing cells.
Sculptra can reduce wrinkles and restore lost volume. Results may appear as soon as possible 1 month after treatment and skin improvements can last up to 2 years.
Who is the ideal Sculptra candidate?
We recommend Sculptra for patients who have lost facial volume due to weight loss or aging. Most Sculptra patients are motivated to undergo this treatment after experiencing signs of volume loss, such as sunken cheeks, jowls, tummy tucks and general droopiness.
These patients want tangible results and move forward with Sculptra because they prioritize a natural, full-face improvement that doesn’t have the cost, risk, or downtime of surgery. Sculptra treatments offer a way to restore healthy, contoured skin and treatment results last 2+ years. (To date, studies have stopped at the 2-year mark, meaning it’s possible the results could last longer than that, just no one has invested in setting up a long-term study.)
Morpheus8
Morpheus8 combines RF technology with traditional microneedling. Microneedling “punches” tiny needles into the skin, creating micro-traumas. These tiny injuries, combined with the radio frequency energy delivered at the same time, force your collagen production into overdrive.
As a result, collagen and elastin production increases, improving texture and elasticity to reduce wrinkles and improve skin texture.
Who is the ideal Morpheus8 candidate?
Morpheus8 works most effectively for patients concerned with skin texture, tone and laxity. Patients usually have fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks, sagging and large pores.
Morpheus8 patients love the natural, long-lasting results this micro-acupuncture and radio frequency treatment provides.
See Tighter, firmer skin
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