PelleFirm®
AT DERMACARE MEDICAL AESTHETICS
Cellulite and loose skin on the body are very common. Many people try to hide these areas with heavy clothing, even when the weather is warm. These concerns often do not improve with diet or exercise, and they can leave small dents or uneven areas in the skin.
PelleFirm® is a procedure that helps restore the smoothness of the skin, helping your skin look youthful and bright when it is showing.
Our providers at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics can give your skin that “airbrushed” look with PelleFirm® so that you can wear that short skirt or bikini with confidence.
Candidates for PelleFirm®
PelleFirm® is a suitable procedure for those aged between 30 and 65 who want to improve their skin firmness. The procedure is a good non-invasive solution if you want to reduce cellulite and mild skin laxity issues. It works for every skin type and color, as the laser is gentle on the skin.
Consider scheduling a PelleFirm® appointment if you experience the following:
- You have mild to moderate skin sagging
- You are bothered by the “orange peel” aesthetic on your buttocks, legs, and thighs
- You want a non-invasive treatment with little to no downtime
- You couldn’t improve your skin quality even with a good diet and exercise
- You are dealing with postpartum skin laxity
- You feel comfortable waiting for gradual results
- You’ve maintained a stable weight over the past couple of months
You may not be considered a good candidate if you have a pacemaker, metal, or defibrillator implant underneath the skin. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also reconsider getting the procedure until the child is weaned.
PelleFirm® helps diminish excess fat responsible for cellulite, but it’s not a fat reduction treatment. If your goal is to reduce stubborn fat pockets, you can use it alongside procedures like laser liposuction or CoolSculpting®.
How PelleFirm® Works
PelleFirm® is a noninvasive, heating, radiofrequency device that targets the skin at the surface to provide a smoother, tighter, more youthful look. The heat from the RF device gently warms the collagen in the skin. This helps the collagen tighten and also signals the body to make more of it. This process encourages the cells in the skin to create new collagen and elastin, which help keep the skin firm and support the bands under the surface.
This treatment can minimize the appearance of cellulite while tightening loose skin on the body. It is a great treatment to use in combination with one of our other body shaping procedures, like CoolSculpting® or SculpSure®.
An applicator is used to warm and deliver radio frequency energy into the targeted skin cells on the hips, thighs, butt, arms, or bust. The procedure increases blood circulation and flushes excess fluids out of the body naturally, leaving skin firmer and smoother.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort, with many saying the treatment feels similar to a hot stone massage. PelleFirm® typically takes about one hour, with treatment time varying depending on your unique cosmetic goals. Patients can resume their regular activities immediately following treatment.
Recovery
PelleFirm® is a minimally invasive procedure, which means you should not feel much discomfort afterward. Most patients can return to their daily activities right away, as this treatment requires no anesthesia or downtime.
You may notice some slight swelling and redness after the procedure, which is your skin’s response to the radiofrequency heat. This fades away in a couple of hours or a few days at most, depending on how gentle you are with the skin.
Avoid exposing yourself to high heat or excessive sweating over the next couple of days, as it can irritate the skin. Saunas, hot baths, and intensive exercise can prolong the swelling and redness, so make sure to keep the skin dry. Use a gentle moisturizer to keep the skin naturally hydrated.
To promote recovery, ensure you hydrate properly. The treatment works by mobilizing fluids underneath the skin using heat and massage, so you’ll need the moisture to promote lymphatic drainage. This contributes to better results in the long run.
Results
Initial PelleFirm® results become visible shortly after the procedure, which is why many clients choose it to prepare for an event. The skin should feel smoother with a slight glow, although it may take a couple of weeks for cellulite to decrease. Skin tightness also becomes visible after a month or two, as collagen and elastin need time to mature.
Noticeable results settle about a month after the procedure, but the collagen remodeling process continues over the next three months. One treatment is enough for those with mild skin issues or slight skin improvement, but the best results are achieved after a series of four to six treatments. These can be scheduled weekly or biweekly, depending on your needs.
You can maintain the results and cellulite reduction in the long term with a healthy and active lifestyle. However, maintenance treatments every six months help sustain firmness, especially as you age. Our providers at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics will determine the frequency of the sessions based on your age, lifestyle, and overall skin quality improvement.
Get PelleFirm® at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics!
To learn more about PelleFirm® at Dermacare Medical Aesthetics, please call or text us at any of our five locations:
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San Juan Capistrano
Call or text at 949-420-9881
San Diego, CA 92128
Carlsbad, CA 92009
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Encinitas, CA 92024
