Radio Frequency Microneedling
Are there any risks to RF Needling?
Risks in this procedure are minimal, you may experience slight skin irritation or redness. Due to the open skin there is a risk of infection if the aftercare isn’t followed fully.
When will I see results?
Results will be visible immediately after treatment with the benefits growing over the following months. Full benefit can be seen 3 months following procedure.
How long will results last?
The results from RF Needling are permanent, however your ageing process will continue, once you have completed your course of treatments results can last 12 to 18 months. The initial course will depend upon your skin and can be discussed at consultation.
Does the treatment hurt?
Slight discomfort and stinging can be expected but it is generally a well tolerated procedure. You may notice some heat. The machine intensity can be adjusted to make the procedure more comfortable.
How will I feel after the treatment?
You can expect skin to be red after the treatment and to feel like a mild sunburn with swelling. This will settle over the next few days and can be helped with a cool compress. Following this you can expect some dryness and peeling of the skin.
Plasma
Is this treatment painful?
It can feel sore during treatment and some slight heat is to be expected. You can apply a topical numbing cream prior to this procedure to reduce discomfort.
What will the downtime look like?
Following the treatment you will notice the area is red, swollen and tight, it will feel like sunburn, this can be intense for a few hours following treatment. You can take paracetomol before the treatment if it is safe for you to do so. During the following days you will notice small brown dots coming to the surface of your skin, these can last for upto 10 days after which time they will fall off to reveal pink new skin. This pink skin will last for another few weeks but can be covered with make up. A full aftercare kit will be provided to aid the healing process.
How long will my results last?
You can expect to see the results for upto 12 months following the procedure, the effects of the treatment are permanent however it will not stop the continuing ageing process.
Does this treatment really work?
You may have seen some results that were not great with this treatment as not all plasma pens are made to the same standards, however using the highest quality plasma device we can achieve amazing results with this treatment. We really can alleviate the need for eyelid surgery.
Is this a safe treatment?
When performed correctly this is an extremely safe procedure with very minimal risks involved.
How soon will I notice results?
Immediately after treatment you will notice quite extreme swelling this will continue for a few days. You will see your final results upto 12 weeks after treatment.
How many sessions will I need?
Depending on the laxity of your skin it is usual to only require one session of this treatment.
HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
How long will treatment last?
You can expect to see the results from this treatment for at least 12 months, in many cases longer.
When will I see my final result?
You will notice an improvement immediately after your treatment with final results being visible after 3 months.
How many treatments will I need?
A course of 2 treatments are needed 5 weeks apart for the best results. Top ups can be carried out after 12 months if required. In very rare cases a course of 3 may initially be advised, this will depend on the skin laxity and required results.
What is the downtime to this treatment?
There is no downtime, skin can be slightly red following treatment but you can continue with normal daily activities.
What does the treatment feel like?
You will feel the energy being delivered which can be uncomfortable and warm, we can alter the power of the machine if required however the higher you can tolerate the better the result. You may take some paracetomol prior to the procedure if it is safe for you to do so.