Email Address*
Lakeview Dermatology
Before and After
Newsletter Signup
Our Network
Thermage®
Conditions treated: Cellulite; Wrinkles; Sagging Skin;
Length of treatment: One 1-2 hour treatment (sometimes two)
Price: eyes $1500; face $2000; body $2300
Covered by insurance: No
Pain factor: Moderate (no anesthesia required)
Find below detailed information about:
Thermage® can be very effective in reducing cellulite and acne scars.
Thermage® is also one of the most popular non-invasive techniques used for treatment of wrinkles, sagging facial skin and jowls.
At Lakeview Dermatology, Drs. Eugene and Steven Mandrea are the first to use the new Thermage NXT in the city of Chicago.
How Thermage® works
Thermage consists of a handpiece that sends a radio frequency current
deeply into the skin and heats the superficial and deep dermis. The
tissue's natural resistance to the flow of ions, whose orientation is
dependent on an enormous number of changes in the electric field
caused by the radiofrequency current, achieves this deep heating.
As a result, the collagen is heated and it contracts and the fibroblasts in
the skin start producing additional collagen. Spray cooling protects the
skin.
Recently, in order to get better results with less pain, the protocol has
been modified. We are using multiple passes at lower power. The 3
square centimeter tip allows for faster coverage of larger areas per unit
of time.
Other than rare cases of temporary redness and swelling (less than 1
week's duration) we have seen no side effects. Others have reported
small localized thinning of the underlying fat. It resolves on its own in a
few months. We use no anesthetic or sedation. In fact we utilize the
onset of pain as a signal to start lowering the power.
Sometimes the improvement is immediately noticeable but often it takes
up to 6 months to see the optimum benefit. With the new protocol, 95%
of patients are pleased with the results.
Please visit our Results page to see Thermage Before and After photos of our patients. For more information please visit www.thermage.com.
Eyes by Thermage
Eyes by Thermage has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of
wrinkles of the upper and lower lids.
Eyes by Thermage reduces hooding of the upper lids and produces a
tighter, smoother look of the upper and lower lids.
It can improve the dark under eye circles. The same monopolar radio
frequency current is used as in the treatment of the cheeks and jowls to
heat the collagen. A plastic shield protects the eye.
Pain: Minimal
Price: $1500.00
Tummy by Thermage
The monopolar radiofrequency deep heating of the skin can help some people who have loose, sagging and wrinkled abdominal skin.
While it cannot remove fat, it can help define the contour of the abdomen by itself, or following liposuccion. With proper patient selection, the abdominal perimeter can be reduced by 1" to 3".
Thermage treatment can also be very useful in reducing the sagging and wrinkling that often occurs following pregnancy and even following weight loss.
Thermage can do a very good job of firming and tightening the skin following Liposuction procedures if flabbiness occurs. We are using the new Thermage NXT.
Pain: The pain factor has been reduced recently by using multiple passes at lower power.
Price: $2300
If a repeat treatment is necessary, the fee varies between $1500 and $2500.
Cellulite by Thermage
Cellulite by Thermage Treatment
Before
After Thermage
Discuss your condition with
a Board Certified Dermatologist.
Call (773) 281.9200 now
to make an appointment.
Thermage can reduce the lumpiness of cellulite. Thus, in addition to reducing the diameter and circumference of the thighs and buttocks, Thermage tightens the skin fairly uniformly, including the areas where the fat is herniating. One treatment usually suffices.
Cellulite is a rather common condition of middle age, mostly in women. The buttocks and thighs are primarily affected. There are lumps alternating with dells caused by uneven accumulation and herniation of fat lobules, separated by fibrous bands. To find out more about cellulite, please visit our cellulite page.
Several devices have been marketed to treat cellulite. None of them, including Thermage, does a perfect job. We are using the new Thermage NXT with the 16cm square head.
Pain: Minimal
Duration:1:1/2 to 2 hours, depending on the total treated area.
Price: $2300.00
Related pages:
Wrinkles/forehead lines/crow's feet
Thermage - Combined treatments
To discuss your condition with a Board Certified Dermatologist call (773) 281.9200. Prices on website subject to change and may not reflect actual prices after consultation.
Thermage Chicago has been viewed 58281 times
Dermatology News:
Increased incidence of Basal Cell Carcinomas in sun tanners
Previous studies have demonstrated an increased incidence of Squamous Cell Carcinomas and Malignant Melanomas in tanning bed users. Now, a recent article shows an increase of early onset of Basal Cell Carcinomas among users of tanning beds.
A new, totally non toxic pediculicide (Lice killer) by the name of ULESFIA is now available in pharmacies.
Teenagers who go to tanning spas accompanied by their mother, have a greater chance to start tanning early and to become heavy tanners.
Featured Specials
$75 off your first Laser Hair Removal session, and a complimentary consultation with our registered nurse.
"Get back in shape" $300 OFF Thermage for Cellulite
Radiesse for wrinkles. $700 per syringe. Limited time only.
Photofacial for Rosacea. $200.00 per treatment. Limited time only.
Consultation, $50: 15 minute Cosmetic Consultation with Registered Nurse, $50.00. Procedures may not be performed on the same day.
Omnilux Special $35 per treatment, painless skin rejuvenation. Limited Availability. Normally $50.
Call (773) 281.9200 now to make an appointment.
Before
After Thermage
Discuss your condition with
a Board Certified Dermatologist.
Call (773) 281.9200 now
to make an appointment.