FaceTite

The London Cosmetic, Harley Street now offers FaceTite™, this is the most advanced non surgical facial contouring and skin tightening treatment available. You will be treated by our well respected and highly experienced Cosmetic Doctors and Plastic Surgeons who deliver a high standard of patient care in our state-of-the-art modern clinic. The FaceTite™ treatment provides dramatic improvement in skin laxity and sagging on face and neck with usually only one treatment needed.

Areas can be treated effectively with FaceTite™,

Sagging jowls
Double Chin
Lifting cheeks
Jawline contouring
Re-contouring the face and neck by removing excess fat
Tightening the neck skin for neck wrinkles and turkey neck
Improving fine lines and wrinkles

The FaceTite™ treatment is done under local anesthetic for patient comfort, is minimally invasive and takes about an hour. resulting in fat contraction and tightening of the skin.

A very fine cannula is inserted under the skin using the power of Bipolar radio frequency energy, this energy is used to heat underneath the skin and into the fatty tissue. Here the temperature is monitored by your doctor so you can achieve tighter, younger skin.

FaceTite™ results are similar to face or neck lift surgery, but without the need for major surgeries or scars to deal with. Results can be seen immediately, with best results noticeable at 6 months and the results last similar to surgery which is up to 10 years.

A light liposuction to remove some liquidified fat from neck or jaw line can be combined to achieved faster and better results in those needed.

Following the FaceTite™ procedure the skin itself can easily be treated while still numb from the anaesthetic with Morpheus 8 , the micro needling Radio Frequency, to achieve an improved result with skin remodelling to remove any fine lines& wrinkles and maximum skin tightening effect.

This will be discussed with your doctor at your consultation.

Procedure

At your consultation, you will be carefully examined by one of our qualified doctors who will discuss your personalised treatment plan. Before and after photographs are taken for your medical records, this will also allow you to see the results for yourself.

The treatment is done using local anesthetic, and is done in a safe, sterile environment, ensuring 5-star patient care.

Small ‘punctures’ are made either side of the face and under the chin to allow access for the FaceTite™ probe to pass easily under the skin, which is painless as the area is now numb from the anesthetic. When the energy is being delivered through the FaceTite™ probe there is usually a sound of ‘popping’ or crackling that can be heard. This is all normal and indicates adequate heating of the subcutaneous tissues with subsequent contraction. Once the correct amount of energy and heating is delivered to each treatment zone, which usually takes around 5 minutes to each area or zone, then a gentle liposuction or aspiration of fat from the jowls and neck is undertaken, if required, to complete the treatment.

Once the treatment is over, small plasters are applied to the puncture sites. Stitches are not normally needed.

A compression garment is then worn for the next three days to help reduce swelling following the procedure. This is supplied to you by the clinic and comes within your treatment price.

After three days the patient can cut down to using the compression garment just at night for the next two weeks. Swelling, which is normal, starts to go down over the next two to four weeks. Your doctor will prescribe you a course of antibiotics to prevent secondary infection.

The Treatment at a glance

1

No. of treatments

5-7 days

Recovery Time

1 hour

Procedure time

1 week

Back to normal

Mild

Discomfort level

Immediate, and continue to improve for up to 1 year

Final Results

Tumescent local anesthesia

Anesthetic

6-10 years, as with surgical mini facelift

Duration of results

frequently asked questions

What you should expect after FaceTite™ treatment?

You should expect to feel swollen for the next two to four weeks.
The face and neck will feel tender for the first week but can last longer in a small number of patients.
It’s very common to feel numb in the areas treated. This is a temporary effect of the heating of the nerves in the skin during the procedure. The numbness can take a number of months to resolve completely and most patients aren’t affected by it.
There will usually be small dense lumps under the skin, especially in the neck, which can be felt but aren’t usually visible following the treatment. Think of it as ‘spot welding’ of the skin to a newer, tighter and lifted position. They are sighs of subcutaneous tissue heating, and will keep contracting as they smooth over the 2-3 months following the treatment.

What is the aftercare advice following FaceTite™?

The compression garment is recommended to wear for a minimum three days to help minimise the swelling. After the three days it can be beneficial to wear at night for the following two weeks to help reduce any swelling.
The treated areas needs to be kept clean and dry and makeup is best avoided for the first week. Sun screen should be worn at all times following the procedure when outdoors. The course of antibiotics prescribed should be taken as directed by your doctor.

When will I see the results?

The skin is seen to contract up to 40% of the total amount it will contract during the actual FaceTite™ treatment. As with all fat reducing treatments, the results can take time.
Usually good results are seen by 3-4 months, but contraction of the skin will continue up to a year after treatment. The maximum results typically can be seen after 6 months. Some patients have seen a continued contraction and lifting of the skin for up to 18 months.

Can I have other cosmetic treatments following FaceTite™?

Morpheus 8 Microneedling Radio frequency treatment is recommended to help achieve even better result at 2 and 4 months after.

It is possible to have other treatments, such as dermal fillers and Botox, once the swelling has resolved. We normally suggest waiting at least a month following FaceTite™ before considering other treatments. Massage and beauty facials are best avoided in the first month following treatment.

What are the risks and complications?

Bruising can occur but is not common and usually resolves within the first 1-2 weeks.
Swelling is common and usually resolves within two to four weeks post treatment, this can differ between patients.
Infection is possible but rare. This is why the treatment is done by trained professionals in a clinical environment.
Numbness is common due to bruising of the nerves and usually completely resolves within 2-3 months. Permanent nerve damage is a risk, but thankfully is extremely rare
Burns and scarring are possible as with any treatment that involves heating the tissues. With care and experience, though, this is very rare.
Post treatment the insertion points are closed with steri-strips and dressings. A compression band is applied for three continuous days.

How soon I can see the results and how long it will last?

The result is immediate and continue to improve up to one year. the longevity of the result up to 10 years which is similar to face and neck lift surgery.

Before and after examples

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Jean Claude

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Raleigh

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Sahiba Majeed

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Jubide

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