Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Ultrasound skin treatment



Recommended Posts

HAs anyone done the ultrasound skin tightening treatments? Considering it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I saw a segment on TV, "The Doctors," about a laser to tighten the skin on the thighs.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

And what did "The Doctors" conclude?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

A woman was lying face down on the table & this laser light went up and down her thighs. Guess it worked, but you really couldn't see anything. I did take notes, because maybe that looked less invasive than a thigh lift:

5/2/14 The Doctors Melt Off cellulite

Dr. Thomas Barnes, cosmetic surgeon, FAACS

FDA approved & reduction of size of hips, waist. The Vershu by Erconia Lasers

Green light goes into the dermis, creating an opening for the fat to come out.

Treatments: 15 minutes – 1 – 2x/week, up to 6 weeks

Cost: $100 - $200 per treatment

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This sounds interesting. Hopefully it's not another "magic pill" to pray on the vulnerable.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I can't answer that... I'd wait until it's been out for awhile and look for scientific reviews on efficacy.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yeah, I'm skeptical...

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm not sure what you're referring to, there is something called Venus Freeze that employs radio frequency waves to stimulate the production of collagen which then results in tighter skin. I've had it done on my face and neck. There is empirical data that supports its use, but I can tell you that while I am happy with the results, it works best on skin that is only slightly loose, it would likely have very little effect on the very loose or saggy skin a lot of us have on our arms, tummies and thighs. In my area, it costs about 1500-3000 per area depending on the size of the area--that includes multiple treatments.

HAs anyone done the ultrasound skin tightening treatments? Considering it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×