Using electrical pulses in the radio frequency range, RF procedures target specific areas of the skin or body to affect a change in the chemical or physical makeup of the body. The treatments can be used to reduce cellulite, and firm specific areas of the body. These treatments should not damage the outer layer of skin, leaving little or no sign that treatment was performed.
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Procedure |
Description |
Recovery period |
Treatment lasts |
Price/quality rating |
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AccentRadiofrequency |
RF energy treatment that reduces cellulite. |
1-2 days |
can be permanent |
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ThermaLift Thermage |
Popular treatment that lifts various parts of the face using RF to heat tissue. |
7-14 days |
can be permanent |
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Velasmooth/Velashape |
Uses ELOS (electro-optical synergy) a combination of Bi-Polar Radio Frequency (RF), infrared light energy, negative pressure and tissue manipulation to recontour the body. |
1 day |
can be permanent |
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