RF Skin Tightening in Dallas, TX

For patients with a moderate degree of skin looseness, radio frequency (RF) skin tightening can improve the elasticity of the skin with a minimally invasive, nonsurgical procedure. With RF, patients can have tighter skin with fewer lines and wrinkles for an improved overall skin texture and appearance. Dr. Aimee Nguyen, a urogynecologist and plastic surgeon serving Frisco, Plano, Allen & McKinney, typically uses RF skin tightening to treat areas of the patient’s face, including around the eyes, the forehead, the neck, and the cheeks. RF skin tightening can be used on any skin type and color for remarkable results that treats early signs of aging in patients around 30 – 50 years old.

ThermiTight is one of the best RF skin tightening tools. ThermiTight is approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to treat loose skin. A session with ThermiTight can improve skin laxity more than liposuction or SmartLipo and can be used on some patients instead of a wrinkle relaxer or a surgical lift. ThermiTight is a safe, nonsurgical treatment that improves the condition of the skin for several years.

Patients who are in good overall health and are looking for a nonsurgical solution to improve mild to moderate skin laxity are often good candidates for RF skin tightening. Ideal candidates are beginning to see early signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, or sagging skin on the face, neck, or body. While RF skin tightening provides noticeable improvement, the results are not as dramatic as those from a surgical procedure like a facelift. Dr. Nguyen will conduct a thorough consultation to determine if RF skin tightening is the most appropriate treatment for your specific concerns and goals.

The patient receives a local anesthetic before an RF treatment and then Dr. Nguyen makes a small incision into the area of the skin being treated. Dr. Nguyen will thread the RF fiber under the skin and then the fiber will carefully heat the targeted skin tissues. RF skin tightening can be used on many areas of the face as well as the stomach, arms, and lower body for the safe, effective treatment of sagging skin.

Since the procedure only requires a local anesthetic and a small incision, RF treatments are performed by Dr. Nguyen in her well-equipped office. Most patients do not feel any pain or discomfort besides noticing that their skin is hot. Patients are advised to rest for the first 24 hours after the procedure to help minimize swelling and redness. Patients can see tighter skin almost immediately after the treatment, but improvement will continue for several months. The final results typically last for 2 years or more.

One treatment of RF skin tightening costs between $2,000 and $5,000, but the total cost will depend on the size of the area being treated and how many areas are treated. During the initial consultation, Dr. Nguyen will create an individual treatment plan with the patient and then the patient will be given a more accurate estimate of their costs.

To prepare for your RF skin tightening treatment, avoid excessive sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least two weeks before your appointment. Staying well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water can also help achieve the best possible results. On the day of your procedure, please arrive with clean skin, free of any lotions, makeup, or perfumes.

An RF skin tightening treatment usually improves the elasticity of the skin for several years. Once the patient feels the results are fading, they can speak to Dr. Nguyen about whether they should continue RF treatments or if they will get better results from plastic surgery.

RF skin tightening treatments improve the skin after only one session. The effects will continue to improve the condition of the skin for several months after the treatment.

While an RF treatment is commonly called a liquid facelift, a facelift and RF skin tightening are very different. RF skin treatments heat the skin tissue to increase the body’s collagen productions, which is what improves the elasticity of the skin. A facelift produces more dramatic results by removing excess skin and contouring the underlying skin and muscle tissue.

In many cases, yes. RF skin tightening is often considered safer for darker skin tones compared with some laser treatments because radiofrequency energy targets deeper tissue layers rather than skin pigment itself. Still, treatment settings, skin sensitivity, and the specific technology being used all matter, which is why it is important to have treatment performed by an experienced provider who can customize your plan appropriately for your skin type.

Not necessarily. RF skin tightening can often be performed year-round, including during the summer months, especially because it generally involves less photosensitivity than many laser resurfacing treatments. However, patients should still be diligent about sun protection before and after treatment, as excessive sun exposure can affect healing, skin sensitivity, and overall results.