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HIFU
Areas Covered
HIFU FACE TREATMENT
HIFU BODY CONTOURING TREATMENT
HIFU SKIN TIGHTENING PROCEDURE
BENEFITS OF HIFU
Side Effects
HIFU vs Facelift
FAQs
HIFU
HIFU (High –intensity focused ultrasound)
High intensity focused ultrasound is comparatively advanced cosmetic treatment used for tightening of skin and contouring of body which has been considered as a painless treatment and a better substitute to facelifts. Ultrasound energy is used to increase the collagen production, resulting in firmer skin.HIFU is mostly known for tumor treatment. The first use however was reported in 2008 which makes is a newer treatment.
HIFU is found to be effective and safer for facial lifting and wrinkle refinement. The results were visible in a few months post treatment, minus surgery risks.
Overall facial rejuvenation, lifting and contouring of body is acquired through HIFU however these are considered off-label uses of HIFU which means that FDA has not yet approved uses of HIFU for these treatments.
HIFU is not proved to work for people suffering with severe cases of skin sagging.
Areas Covered
Areas Covered
The areas of body that are covered by the treatment of HIFU are as followsFace
HIFU for face reduces the effects of aging and tightens the skin with the help of high intensity ultrasound energy. It gives you a younger fresher look and rejuvenates the radiance of your skin.Face & Neck
HIFU for face and neck is an overall treatment package designed specially to treat the wrinkles on the neck commonly known as turkey neck. It not only reduces wrinkles on your neckline but also tightens the skin of neck & face.Double chin and Jawline
Double chin destroys the overall appearance of a person, double chin is found most commonly with overall obesity but in many cases double chin is seen in otherwise normal people too. To get rid of double chin and redefine the jawline HIFU is an ideal treatment.Tummy & Love Handles
Tummy fat is known to be the most stubborn and rigid fat in the body and remain intact even after a lot of weight loss. Post pregnancy tummy is also almost impossible to reduce for many people. HIFU provides best solution for such cases.Love Handles are also found is otherwise slim body and destroys the shape of the body. People who are bound to sit for long and perform their duties in office are more prone to have love handles.
Thighs, legs and arms
HIFU works best in fat melting and reduction of fat in most complicated areas. Loosing thigh fat through diet or exercises results loosening of skin on and around thighs, legs and arms. HIFU treats the fat in this area along with tightening of skin on these areas.HIFU FACE TREATMENT
HIFU FACE TREATMENT
Focused ultrasound energy is used in HIFU which targets the layers of skin right below the surface. Swift heating up of tissues is instigated with HIFU.Once the focused area reaches the desired temperature, cellular damage is experienced. While it may appear to be implausible, but the damage actually drives the cells to enhance collagen production.
Increased collagen gives firmer and tighter skin with reduced wrinkles.
The upper layers of skin and adjacent tissues are not harmed in this process as the treatment focuses the tissues below the surface of the skin.
Everyone may not get desired results of HIFU. Generally this procedure is most effective on people older than 30 having mild to moderate skin slackness.
Elder people having more widespread photo-aging, extreme skin sloppiness or very loose skin may not be good candidates for HIFU.
It is not recommended for people with infections or open skin lacerations, unadorned acne and metallic implants on target areas to have HIFU.
HIFU BODY CONTOURING TREATMENT
HIFU BODY CONTOURING TREATMENT
HIFU energy used for destroying fat cells and fat layers is called the body contouring.HIFU is the most effective treatment not only for fat loss but also for inch loss simultaneously tightening of the skin.
It is used for contouring body in the following areas:
HIFU SKIN TIGHTENING PROCEDURE
HIFU SKIN TIGHTENING PROCEDURE
HIFU does not require any special groundwork pre-procedure. Only removal of makeup or any skin care products will be done on the objective area.- Cleaning of target area
- Application of topical anesthetic cream
- Application on ultrasound gel
- Placement of HIFU device against the skin
- Adjustment of device to the exact location
- Delivering ultrasound energy to the target area in short pulsation for about 30 to 90 minutes
- Removal of device
Heat and tingling may be felt during ultrasound energy application, a pain medication may be prescribed if it’s incommodious.
You are done. You can carry out on your routine regime and go home right away post procedure.
BENEFITS OF HIFU
BENEFITS OF HIFU
In the past few years HIFU and other non-surgical treatments have unanimously become popular.HIFU has several appealing benefits which include:
Side Effects
Side Effects
HIFU is relatively safer if performed by competent and proficient professional.Patients may recommence their usual undertakings right after the treatment. Slight tenderness or puffiness may occur but it diminishes hastily. For a few weeks dainty tingling feeling on the treated area may stay.
Some Side effects of HIFU though very rare and seldom appears and mostly vanish after a few days are as follows:
HIFU vs Facelift
HIFU vs Facelift
HIFU is a non-surgical procedure having less harm and risks while facelift is a surgery with severe risks.The surgeries involved in facelifts may not give the desired results and redoing the procedure ultimately ruins the facial structure of the candidate whereas HIFU has not such effects it may be repeated without fear and pain of surgery.
Advantages of HIFU compared to facelift cannot be denied. HIFU does not require any incisions, leaves no scaring, requires no tests and has no recovery time. In comparison to a facelift, HIFU is also extremely less costly.
FAQs
FAQs:
Q. What kind of an experience is HIFU?A. Slight discomfort may be experienced during procedure, described as tiny electric pulses or a light prickly sensation by some people.
Q. Can HIFU damage my skin?
A. HIFU has shown to have a few diminutive survived side effects in some people. Only negligible signs of inflammation may be expected at first showing that the treatment has worked. Collagen fabrication is amplified and deeper layers of collagen fibers are constricted.
Q. How painful is HIFU?
A. The treatment is mostly carried out under topical anesthesia and in some cases it may be carried out with general or spinal anesthesia, which makes is painless. End of treatment pain is also less only slight discomfort may be
Q. Are HIFU results permanent?
A. HIFU is known to be a permanent fat loss treatment. It destroys the fat cells with the help of High intensity ultrasound energy on exact target area including stomach or thighs, double chin and waist. HIFU gives heat energy to eliminate fat as well as gives a boost to the growth of collagen so that the skin gets tighter and firmer. These are completely non-intrusive treatments.
Q. Can HIFU melt fat?
A. Destroys fat and tightens the skin. Body shaping HIFU is another modality which targets the rigid fat through ultrasonic waves to eliminate hypodermic fat tissues. It has no down time and allows treatments of specific targeted areas.
Q. What should I avoid after HIFU?
A. There are not many preventions it is recommended that you avoid the following:
- Exposure to sun
- Alcohol consumption
- Scratching the treated area
- Hot showers or baths
- Sauna
Q. Who is a good candidate for HIFU?
A. Candidates of HIFU face are mostly people who have moderate skin and are mostly middle aged people. Candidates for body contouring can be anyone who is adult and finds it necessary to have HIFU.
Q. What are the benefits of HIFU?
A. HIFU is a non-intrusive treatment and a lot better than facelift surgery.
- It tightens the skin
- Irons out wrinkles
- Shrinks pores
- Targets V line formation
- Jaw line formation
- Improves overall skin tone, brightness and elasticity
Q. Can makeup be worn after HIFU?
A. It is not recommended to wear makeup or any moisturizers on the treated area for a day, however cleaners may be suggested by our physician that can be used.
Q. What preparation are necessary before HIFU procedure?
A. No specific preparation are prescribed as such but some things needs to be avoided pre-treatment including the following:
- Botox/filler are recommended to be avoided at least 4 weeks prior to HIFU
- Facial peel are also not encouraged to be used and should be discontinued at least 4 weeks before HIFU.
- Laser treatments on the target area should be avoided at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- If target area has dermal implants or metal implants it won’t be treated with HIFU.
Q. Is HIFU safe for under eyes?
A.One 3D HIFU can be used for forehead and under eye area. Only one treatment is sufficient in most cases and results become visible after 3 months of treatment.
Q. How long does it take HIFU to work?
A. After HIFU some preliminary effects can be seen but definitive outcomes will occur over 2-3 months, as collagen will be regenerated by your body naturally.
Q. How can I reduce swelling after HIFU?
A. Swelling is not an issue in HIFU and it mostly does not last more than a few days but you may elevate your head with support of pillows while sleeping and avoid vigorous exercises instantly after treatment.
Q. Can HIFU get rid of Double chin?
A. Yes, HIFU can help you get rid of double chin and is equally popular among both genders inclined to get rid of their double chin.
Q. How often can I have HIFU facial?
A. In most cases just one session is enough however a few cases require 2 or 3 succeeding treatments every three months and one treatment per year. Prompt results are few but are long lasting as your skin starts to produce collagen naturally post treatment.
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