Care and procedure for sagging skin

Radio-frequency and Micro-needling

SKIN RELEASE: OUR SOLUTION TO FIRM THE SKIN

Skin sagging can now be corrected using radiofrequency technology coupled with microneedling. 

What is the definition of sagging skin?

Skin sagging is defined by less toned, softer skin, the appearance of wrinkles or waves. By analogy, sagging skin is often characterized by wrinkly, withered skin. 

In fact, science allows us to understand where sagging skin comes from. Thus, this normal and natural phenomenon is due to a reduction in type 2 collagen fibers and a poorer performance of skin elasticity secondary to poor quality of the elastic.

SKIN SAGGING: understanding the causes

Many factors can accelerate or accentuate sagging skin.

• The first factor is cellular aging. Over the years, tissues have difficulty renewing themselves given the decrease in stem cell activity. thus the components of the skin of the dermis and the subcutaneous tissue deteriorate and atrophy. 
• Tobacco is also known to accentuate sagging skin. Cigarette consumption creates vascular spasms which reduce the nutrient supply to the skin. It is common to have dull, faded skin when you have smoked for several years. Smoking cessation can improve things, but it takes several years of stopping smoking for it to be effective.
• Sun exposure is an important factor in sagging skin in Switzerland. Indeed, given the average altitude in Switzerland, the population is exposed to significant solar radiation. This is called helioderma. The impact of the sun on the skin is known, it can be beneficial in terms of vitamin secretion but if it is excessive it will accelerate skin aging. thus, skin that is too heavily exposed to the sun increases cellular oxidation and attack by free radicals. The skin after frequent or intense exposures and generally wilted. 
• Weight loss is also a major source of sagging skin. Weight loss can occur after a diet or after surgery such as bypass (bariatric surgery). Sagging is then important point it is generally an excess of skin which has been synthesized due to the initial fat volume. 
• Hormonal variations also influence the firmness of the skin. The period of menopause, for example, is particularly exposed to a change in the characteristics of the dermis which can lead to withered skin.

RADIO-FREQUENCY AND MICRONEEDLING: treatment with Morpheus 8 or Bodytite

       For the sagging skin on the face or body, we particularly recommend the techniques of morpheus 8 and Bodytite. Indeed, it is often the best compromise between efficiency and comfort.

The technologies combine the old technologies of thermage and fractional CO2 laser. This new technique is much less invasive. Thus, the redness of the treated area passes within a few hours. There is no convalescence after treatment. You can resume your activities the next day. 

It is a gentler and less invasive technology than facelifts. The effect is very noticeable after a few weeks, the skin is firmed, the contour of the face or silhouette is improved. 

Note that these techniques are now systematically offered after liposuction to avoid secondary skin sagging.

SKIN RELEASE: Which areas are accessible?

Which areas are particularly affected by sagging skin? 

We can talk about the face first. in fact, the face can relax. it is also one of the main characteristics of aging. the skin is less toned, the muscles sag, there is a loss of fat volume.

 The sagging is then characterized by jowls which stand out, dark circles around the eyes which are accentuated and softer skin. If you pull on the skin in front of the mirror to simulate a facelift and this corrects the appearance of the face, you have proven facial skin sagging.

In the case of weight loss or bariatric surgery, the areas of relaxation are quite stereotypical. thus the arms will relax, the skin will then lay and be of poor quality. associated with this area and there is often a sagging in the skin of the stomach, the inner thigh and of course the face.

Certain areas are sometimes forgotten but they are frequently affected by sagging, this concerns the skin on the back of the hands but also the skin around the eye. This periorbital area is often difficult to access for surgery but can benefit from treatment with Accutite or Morpheus 8.

These areas are affected by sagging skin: the face, the jowl, around the eyes, the chin, the neck, the décolleté, the back of the hands, the arms, the breasts, the stomach, the buttocks, the fold under the buttocks, the inner thigh, the knees, the calves... These areas can be treated with Morpheus 8 or Bodytite.

SOLUTIONS TO MAINTAIN GOOD SKIN FIRMNESS

What solutions are proposed by Doctor SMARRITO?

Doctor Smarrito offers you different treatments ranging from simple care to surgery including the famous Morpheus 8 treatment.

First, we will offer you a consultation. We have two types of consultations: one dedicated to facial skin sagging and one dedicated to body skin sagging. Depending on the findings and the diagnosis, doctor smarrito will be able to offer you a suitable and effective solution.

 So for moderate relaxation the treatment proposed will be more in the register of care such as Riviera clinical expert care, LED treatment, mesotherapy or microneedling. 

If the sagging is more significant, the combination of radiofrequency and microneedling will firm the skin and reduce the signs of sagging. 

It is therefore necessary to take a course of Morpheus 8 which gradually over the course of the sessions will improve the quality of the skin and allow the therapeutic objective to be achieved. 

If the sagging is more significant and associated with excess fat, a mini liposuction will be suggested by the doctor coupled with a treatment by bodytime point the radiofrequency is then emitted by subcutaneous probes allowing the skin to be repaired after a mini liposuction or a cryo- liposuction. 

In the event of major skin sagging, facelift techniques will then be proposed (cervical judo lift mini facelift abdominal plasti lift thigh lift or arm lift. Surgical techniques are heavier, it generally requires a convalescence period and a larger budget.

Article written by the Doctor Stéphane Smarrito cosmetic surgeon in Switzerland