In our experience, risk are very rare. Obviously as with any medical intervention that has an effect, there's a chance that things can go wrong or the response to the treatment is not that that was expected or wanted.

To get the maximum contraction of proteins, and thus the best skin tightening result, the heat energy put into the skin needs to be as high as possible. As such, it is possible to burn the skin. Although this was once reported as common with Thermage, now that no anaesthetic is used and now that the tip has a cooling function, skin burns a very uncommon and we have not seen one in our experience.

By heating the tissue under the skin, it is possible to reduce the fat pad that lies directly beneath the skin. However, by knowing this, a skilled operator can direct the treatment and use this function to smooth out any fatty lumps that might detract from a good cosmetic result. This is particularly useful in the treatment of jowls or early double chins.


Is there any downtime?

The simple answer is no. As Thermage treats the proteins in and under the skin, the in itself is left living and healthy. You will be able to wear makeup immediately after the treatment. There will be no scars or other blemishes to suggest you have had anything done.