Ageing is a natural process that everyone goes through. As we experience these changes, many of us may explore ways to maintain a youthful appearance. Thanks to medical aesthetics, achieving a youthful look without undergoing invasive surgery has become a reality too. Want to find out what your options are? Here’s a look at some aesthetic treatments and how they can help preserve your glow.
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1. Ultherapy
Unlike traditional face lifting techniques, Ultherapy is an FDA-approved and non-invasive treatment that has gained popularity in treating saggy skin and signs of ageing such as wrinkles and droopy mouth corner. It allows real time imaging for medical practitioners to visualise skin layers to precisely target, lift and tighten the skin. It can be used to resolve signs of ageing in areas such as your brow, chin, neck, and chest.
What it does is it delivers precise ultrasonic (high-frequency sound waves) energy targeting the deep layers of skin tissue to stimulate collagen production, a crucial protein in our body that provides structure and elasticity for a firm and toned complexion.
By doing so, the skin is lifted and tightened without the need for surgery or extensive downtime. In fact, most patients will only experience minimal discomfort during the procedure and can resume regular activities immediately.
Ultherapy is a yearly procedure that delivers gradual, natural-looking lifting results. As it triggers the production of collagen and increases the amount of collagen in your skin, you’ll notice your skin progressively improve over time, becoming more evident in the weeks and months that follow.
2. High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)
Commonly known as HIFU, this face lifting treatment also uses focused ultrasound energy to promote natural collagen synthesis in the deep dermal and subdermal layers of your skin. It is non-invasive and targets problem areas without affecting the surrounding tissues.
HIFU is particularly effective in addressing parts of your face that are prone to sagging, such as your neck, jawline, and brow.
The process takes roughly 30 to 90 minutes depending on the extent of treatment, and minimal downtime is required. You’ll get to return to your regular lifestyle immediately and experience the facelift effects for months and even up to a year.
3. Fotona 4D Laser
The Fotona 4D Laser is a four-dimensional laser treatment that combines two complementary wavelengths to address various aspects of skin ageing and laxity.
There are four processes to go through during this procedure:
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- SmoothLiftin™
SmoothLiftin™ is a non-ablative laser treatment that targets the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin from within. It utilises a unique laser wavelength to heat the dermis while leaving the outer layer of the skin intact, triggering the body’s natural healing response for firmer, more lifted skin.
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- FRAC3®
FRAC3® is a fractional laser treatment that focuses on addressing specific skin concerns, such as pigmentation, acne scars, and sun damage. The laser emits micro-pulses of energy to create tiny, controlled columns of thermal damage within the skin. This stimulates the skin’s natural healing process and promotes the regeneration of healthier, smoother skin tissue.
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- PIANO®
PIANO® is a non-ablative laser treatment that delivers bulk heating to the deeper layers of the skin, including the dermis and subcutaneous tissue. It utilises a longer pulse duration and higher energy levels to uniformly heat the entire treatment area, encouraging collagen remodelling and tissue tightening for improved skin laxity and contouring.
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- SupErficial™
SupErficial™ is a gentle, superficial laser treatment designed to exfoliate the outermost layer of the skin and enhance skin texture and tone. A specialised laser wavelength is used to target the epidermis, removing dead skin cells, debris, and impurities. By promoting cellular turnover and collagen synthesis, SupErficial™ helps improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven pigmentation, and dullness, resulting in smoother, brighter skin.
Fotona 4D treats both the surface of your skin and the deeper structures accessible through the oral cavity, specifically targeting the inner mid-face for a lifting effect. By stimulating collagen remodelling, it results in visible tightening and a youthful glow.
Age gracefully on your own terms. Face lifting treatments offer a customisable approach to achieving a rejuvenated appearance that complements your unique beauty.
Healthsprings’ medical aesthetic clinic offers a range of non-surgical youth-enhancing solutions that suit a variety of needs and goals. Schedule a consultation with our doctors today to explore your options.
