Key Messages Cryolipolysis is a novel approach to noninvasive subcutaneous fat reduction It is both safe and effective with essentially no post-procedure downtime Commonly treated areas include flanks, upper and lower abdomen, and back fat pads The pre-procedure consultation is…
Key Messages Subcutaneous adipose tissue, once considered a passive storage receptacle with a fixed number of cells and limited purpose, is now recognized as a complicated organ with important endocrine and metabolic functions Both increased and decreased adipose tissue mass…
Key Messages Skin laxity is a common sign of photoaging Skin lifting and tightening are desirable outcomes for a large majority of patients interested in photo-rejuvenation Noninvasive treatment options for skin tightening and skin lifting are very limited. Micro-focused ultrasound…
Key Messages There is a high patient demand for safe and effective ways to decrease redundant or lax skin and smooth irregular body contours Patients tend to prefer noninvasive skin-tightening procedures with less risk, no scarring and reduced recovery time…
Key Messages There is increasing demand for nonsurgical approaches to skin tightening on the body without downtime and with minimal risk. Lasers and light-based devices are being developed to meet this demand The ideal patient candidate is one with mild…
Key Messages Skin laxity is defined as the acquired loose, relaxed state of the skin that develops with age as a result of skin extensibility (stretch) and decreased skin recoil (return to original state after stretch) Intrinsic and extrinsic aging…