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What is FaceTite?
FaceTite is a method used to address sagging skin on the face, including the jawline. By utilizing radiofrequency energy, the device works to tighten the tissue, firm up the skin, and encourage the production of collagen. Although similar to BodyTite, FaceTite does not involve removing fat. This treatment aims to be minimally invasive, resulting in minimal scarring and without the need for stitches.
How does FaceTite work?
The procedure called FaceTite combines the use of radiofrequency waves along with traditional liposuction.
To begin, the person performing the procedure will administer local anesthesia to the targeted area and create a small cut. Afterward, they will insert a small tool equipped with electrodes to emit radiofrequency waves, which will effectively break down fat cells.
During the emission of radiofrequency waves, a different tube is used to remove the liquefied fat. The radiofrequency aspect of the process serves two roles by also stimulating collagen fibers beneath the skin.
As you grow older, your skin naturally diminishes collagen, resulting in more noticeable pores, age spots, and wrinkles. However, replenishing collagen levels can contribute to a more toned and smoother appearance of your skin.
Benefits
- Reduces the appearance of jowls
- Tightens the jawline
- Tightens loose skin under the chin
- Improves the appearance of the neck
- Gives a rejuvenated, youthful, and well-rested look.
Who Is A Candidate For FaceTite?
FaceTite is a suitable option for individuals who are not yet prepared for a surgical facelift or neck lift, but have loose skin that cannot be addressed through liposuction to eliminate excess fat. People eligible for FaceTite treatment include:
- Active, motivated, and healthy individuals experiencing facial and neck changes associated with aging.
- Individuals, both male and female, who have undesirable wrinkles and areas of fat in the lower part of their face and neck, accompanied by slightly to moderately loose skin.
- Individuals who have previously undergone a facelift or neck lift procedure and desire to enhance the firmness of their sagging skin as it naturally loosens with age.
If your skin has significant sagging, you might benefit more from a more intensive treatment like a facelift or neck lift. Additionally, FaceTite can be paired with other cosmetic procedures like Profound, a brow lift, or eyelid rejuvenation.
During a FaceTite procedure, what occurs?
The FaceTite procedure typically lasts around one hour, including the entire process. This is what you can anticipate.
- Many doctors typically administer FaceTite in their office, using local anesthesia. doctors suggests that giving the patient a small amount of anti-anxiety medication can help them feel more at ease during the initial numbing stage. This numbing process, known as tumescent anesthesia, involves injecting an anesthetic solution into the layer of fat beneath the skin. This is the same preparation that is done prior to liposuction. After the procedure is finished, there should be no pain.
- Afterward, your healthcare provider creates a small cut in the treatment area. The incision is so minuscule that it usually does not need stitches or result in a visible scar.
- To heat the tissue beneath the skin’s surface, a small metal probe or cannula is inserted through the incision. The provider, who should be experienced, determines the suitable temperature setting. doctors, for example, heats the underside of the skin to a high temperature of 69°C (over 156°F).
- At the same time, a conductor that is linked to the same tool held in the hand is moved over the outer layer of the skin to produce an electrical field consisting of RF energy. This results in heat production, which causes the skin to tighten by reducing the existing collagen and activating the body’s innate healing mechanism.
If you have consumed a sedative pill that is taken orally, such as Valium or Ativan, or if you have taken narcotic pain medication, it is necessary for you to be accompanied by a reliable adult who can drive you back home after the treatment.
What to expect after FaceTite?
After the procedure is finished, your provider will put on compression garments for you to wear on your way back home. These garments are designed to promote proper healing and tightening of your skin.
After having your FaceTite procedure, you have the option to go home on the same day, but it is advisable to have someone drive you. It typically takes 1 to 2 days for the recovery process. Additionally, a study has found that the majority of patients were able to return to work within 2 days after the procedure.
In a matter of days, you may observe an improvement in the texture of your skin. It may take a few months to fully witness the desired outcomes. However, it is important to understand that individual results may differ, and if you are dissatisfied, it is recommended to consult your healthcare provider.
Recovery
- Patients are able to resume their regular activities the following day.
- The head covering can be taken off after three days and should only be worn at home by the patient.
- It is normal to have slight swelling and firmness in the tissues, and this typically goes away within a few days.
- It may take several weeks for the firmness to fully decrease.
- If necessary, only basic painkillers are enough to alleviate minimal pain.
When will I see results from FaceTite?
About 40% of the skin’s contraction occurs during the treatment itself. The remaining 60% of the contraction takes place over the next year. Generally, noticeable results can be seen within 4-6 months, but the skin will continue to contract for up to a year after the treatment. In certain cases, patients have reported ongoing contraction and lifting effects even up to 18 months later.
Treatment in Türkiye:
The medical staff of surgical teams, doctors, and consultants at REHABTÜRK can provide the best treatment options and free consultations, striving to stay up-to-date on the latest medical technologies and methods.
