NO INCISIONS, NO NEEDLES, NO LASERS – JUST RESULTS

A new method to tighten skin and smooth wrinkles around the eyes called the Thermage procedure is now available at Community Dermatology in Harrisburg, PA. Dr. Amato reports that for the first time, women and men seeking a more youthful appearance have the option of an aesthetic procedure that does not require invasive surgery, chemicals, needles or lasers.

“The prospect of treating sagging skin and wrinkles without incisions or downtime has great appeal to my patients who are looking for subtle improvements or are not ready for a traditional facelift,” says Dr. Amato who has treated more than twenty-five satisfied patients since the ThermaCool TCÔ device was FDA-cleared in November 2002. “The key is a sophisticated treatment tip that heats and cools the skin at the same time. It emits radiofrequency energy to heat the collagen in the deeper skin layers while protecting the top layers with a cooling spray.”

This heating action causes the deep structures of skin to tighten immediately. Over time, new collagen grows to further tighten skin and produce a more youthful appearance. Because treatment occurs at the fundamental level of tissue construction, the results are more significant than superficial remedies for aging and sun-damaged skin.

Dr. Amato likens the Thermage process to that of pulling on a rope at one end to gradually remove the slack. The procedure typically takes about 60 minutes or less. There is no downtime and no visible effects of the treatment.

Each individual’s response to the Thermage Procedure is unique. A recent patient writes “I just had to write and let you know how amazing my face looks! It changes every day, getting tighter and smoother all the time…..I’d do it again in a second for these results!”