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The Hair and Laser Clinic Thermage CPT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) Aiming to look younger without undergoing the knife is one of the many reasons why people seek medical aesthetic procedures such as Thermage CPT. 1. What is Thermage CPT Treatment? Thermage CPT is a skin tightening treatment that is designed to eliminate wrinkles and other skin concerns brought about by aging and other factors. It is a new and improved treatment than the old Thermage, in that it utilizes the CPT to provide a better skin rejuvenating experience. 2. Is there any specific preparation that needs to be done before the treatment? There is no need for any preparation for this treatment. No blood works, special diet or certain creams to apply because this procedure simply gets you right on with it. 3. Which parts of the body does Thermage CPT work on? Thermage CPT can treat any parts of the body but among the most commonly treated areas are the face and neck. It works well on the brow areas, tightens the jowls, lifts the facial and neck sagging. It can also be used on stomach sagging and wrinkling. In addition to that it also works on the thighs, buttocks, above the knees, hands, and even your underarms. 4. How does the Thermage CPT work? Thermage CPT does its function by employing radio frequency energy in order to heat the layers lying beneath the skin. This stimulates that collagen-rich layers to tighten as well as produce new collagen in order to make the skin stronger, healthier and more flexible. It eliminates the sagging, provide better contours and it gives a general appearance of youthfulness as it smoothens the skin. This is the only treatment that reaches far into the deep layers of the skin compared to other skin tightening treatments. 5. How does the procedure feel like? Once the tip of the machine comes in contact with your skin, you will initially feel a cool sensation which aids in promoting patient comfort. After the cooling sensation, it is then followed by a brief heated sensation which is then finished by another wave of cool air. The heat will tell you that the desired temperatures are reached in order to promote tightening and collagen formation. You don’t have to worry about too much heat in a specific spot because your doctor will regularly monitor the heat sensation that you are receiving. This is also a way for them to ensure your comfort as well as successful results. Thermage CPT- Frequently Asked Questions 6. How long is the recovery period? With Thermage CPT there is no need for any down time because you can immediately return to normal activities right after the procedure. This is even considered to be the perfect lunchtime procedure. There may be some visible redness but it will shortly disappear after the treatment. There is no particular aftercare that needs to be done; you just have to put on additional protection such as sunscreen. 7. How many treatments do I need and how long until I see results with Thermage CPT? 3rd Generation Thermage The results vary according to each patient. Some may only need a single session and already result to a smoother and more rejuvenated look, while others require more treatment. 8. How long will the effects of Thermage CPT last? The results can last up to 6 months, even after a single session. 9. Is Thermage CPT generally safe to use? Thermage CPT offers a generally safe treatment. However, there are rare incidences of short term redness, swelling and blistering. More energy can be delivered compared to the 2nd Generation by product upgrade More than 30% of pain is reduced Lifting effect is raised from 77% to 92% New frame is applied on the tip to deliver more stable energy. Dr Tan Tyng Yuan BSc (Hons), MBSS (London) Dr Tan Tyng Yuan is the Clinic Director of The Hair & Laser Clinic in Singapore, a clinic with special interest in Medical Aesthetics. Dr Tan obtain a Graduate Diploma in Dermatology from United Kingdom and a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine in USA and also holds dual medical registration to practice both in the UK and in Singapore. She is an active member of aesthetics international organization, such as the The American Academy of Anti-Ageing Medicine and The American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine.