Skin Resurfacing
Fractional ablative laser treatment for texture, scarring and photoaged skin.
Skin Tightening
Overview
Non-surgical skin tightening heats the deeper layers of skin to contract existing collagen and stimulate new collagen over the following months. It produces a modest improvement in mild laxity. It is not an alternative to a face lift, and being clear about that distinction at consultation prevents the most common source of disappointment with this treatment.
Benefits of this treatment
Non-surgical option for mild laxity
Addresses early skin looseness without the recovery time of surgery.
No downtime
Most patients return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
Works on multiple areas
Face, neck, jawline, arms and abdomen can all be treated.
How the procedure is performed
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1
10 minutes
Assessment
The area and degree of laxity are assessed to confirm this treatment is an appropriate match.
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2
45–90 minutes
Treatment
Energy-based heating is delivered to the deeper skin layers to contract existing collagen and stimulate new collagen production.
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3
5 minutes
Aftercare
Minimal aftercare is needed; sun protection is advised as with any facial treatment.
Recovery and aftercare
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Immediately after
Mild warmth or redness
Usually resolves within hours.
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Weeks 1–4
Initial tightening
Some immediate contraction of existing collagen is visible early on.
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Months 3–6
Full result
New collagen formation continues, with the fullest result visible several months after treatment.
Risks and side effects
Temporary redness or swelling
Common and expected immediately after treatment.
Modest results
Improvement is real but gradual and subtle compared with surgical alternatives — a key expectation to set clearly beforehand.
Rarer complications
- Burns — Rare with correctly calibrated, medical-grade devices, but a genuine risk of incorrectly matched settings.
What it costs
What affects the price
Area and size
Larger areas (full face versus jawline only) cost more per session.
Number of sessions
A course of 1–3 sessions is typical, priced accordingly.
Frequently asked questions
No — skin tightening produces a modest, gradual improvement in mild laxity. A face lift surgically repositions tissue for a more significant, longer-lasting change in more established sagging.
Typically 12–18 months, after which a maintenance session is often recommended.
Little to none — most people return to normal activities the same day.
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Considering Skin Tightening?
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