Monopolar Radio Frequency Skin Tightening
Author: Abraham MT, Mashkevich G
Author affiliation: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New York Medical College, 40 Sunshine Cottage Road, Valhalla, NY 10595, USA.
Publication date & source: 2007.05, Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am., 15(2):169-77, v.
Publication type: Review
The development of nonablative monopolar capacitive radiofrequency technology (ThermaCool System, Thermage, Inc., Hayward, California) has contributed to the noninvasive trend in facial skin rejuvenation. In contrast to traditional ablative resurfacing techniques, the ThermaCool System protects the skin surface from injury while selectively heating the underlying dermis. Preservation of epidermal integrity minimizes recovery and the risk of complications. Published clinical evidence documents the efficacy of monopolar capacitive radiofrequency skin tightening and supports its use for mild to moderate facial skin laxity and rhytides. Currently, monopolar capacitive radiofrequency represents the gold standard of treatments designed to tighten skin in a noninvasive fashion.
Tags: Author Affiliation, Clinical Evidence, Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Facial Skin, Gold Standard, Hayward California, Head And Neck Surgery, Monopolar Radio Frequency Skin Tightening, New York Medical, New York Medical College, Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery, Publication Type, Radio Frequency, Reconstructive Surgery, RF 100, RF 100 Monopolar Radio Frequency, Skin Laxity, Skin Rejuvenation, Skin Surface, Sunshine Cottage, Surgery Department, York Medical College
