TORSOPLASTY (circular body lift) BODYLIFTING

What is radio wave thermolifting?

Radio wave lifting (other names: RF lifting, radio lifting) is a type of thermolifting. The essence of the technique: non-surgical thermal effect on the skin with electric current. Radio waves warm up skin cells, triggering self-renewal processes.

Radio wave face lifting - the essence of the procedure and indications for use

Differences between RF techniques and laser or infrared thermolifting:

• moderate tissue heating temperature (not higher than 50°C) ensures a gentle effect on the body;
• treatment of a limited area of ​​skin. During the procedure, the doctor acts on problem areas of the skin without affecting the body as a whole;
• The penetration depth of thermal waves is adjustable and can reach from 0.5 to 40 mm. The RF technique allows you to customize the device depending on the needs of the skin.

Radio wave techniques were first used in the 1980s in US clinics. Today the procedure is also performed in Russian beauty salons.

Radio wave face lifting, reviews of which are mostly positive, is liked by patients for the speed of visible effect and comfort during therapy.

Advantages of radiolifting over “plasty” and beauty injections:

• the result of rejuvenation is visible after 1 session;
• no pain during the procedure;
• the technique can be carried out at all times of the year and is suitable for any skin type;
• hardware heating does not leave scars, cicatrices, or puncture marks;
• fast rehabilitation. Immediately after the RF lifting session, the patient returns to his usual lifestyle; no hospital treatment is required.

Rehabilitation

• After the operation, the doctor installs drainage tubes for the patient. He needs to stay in the hospital for 3 days. The drainage is then removed and the patient is discharged home.
• While in the hospital, dressings are performed daily.
• At first, you will experience pain at the incision sites; the pain intensifies with movement. Therefore, the doctor prescribes analgesics.
• Swelling goes away within 10–14 days.
• The patient is put on compression garments on the second day after the procedure. It must be worn for 1 – 2 months.
• To prevent inflammation, broad-spectrum antibiotics are used. To avoid complications after surgery, be sure to wear compression garments.
• For 2–3 months, you should avoid strenuous physical exertion and temperature changes.
• Going to the sauna, swimming pool, bathhouse is prohibited.
• The patient can return to the usual rhythm of life 5–7 weeks after torsoplasty.

Mechanisms of action of RF lifting on the skin and subcutaneous fat of the face

Warm radio waves stimulate the renewal of collagen, which forms an elastic framework under the skin, providing smoothness and elasticity. As we age, collagen production in the body slows down and wrinkles appear. The RF device heats up water molecules in skin cells. The body perceives an increase in temperature as stress and turns on a protective reaction.

What happens in the end:

• the construction of collagen fibers is accelerated;
• hyaluronic acid is produced, which maintains the water balance in the cells;
• blood circulation and general metabolism improves.

Protective processes on the outside provide a comprehensive rejuvenating effect. The skin is tightened and looks hydrated. The complexion improves, lethargy and signs of fatigue disappear.

Reviews about this procedure

Torsoplasty is considered a popular procedure that is performed not only on women. Even representatives of the stronger sex decide to adjust their figure. For many people, after losing weight, only body lifting helped them get rid of sagging folds of the dermis and made their appearance more aesthetically pleasing. Therefore, most people who decided to make drastic changes were satisfied with the results obtained.

Scars, of course, scare many women, but they are neat (if you follow the recommendations for caring for them) and covered with underwear. Even on the beach, scars are not visible, but you can sunbathe without being embarrassed by sagging skin.

Of course, the rehabilitation period is not the shortest and easiest, but women cannot be stopped by anything if they want to get new beautiful forms. Of course, at first you need to wear compression garments (about 3 months), over time you can even return to sports.

The procedure is, of course, expensive, so those who decide to undergo it will take care of themselves, eat right, and exercise, so as not to gain excess weight and not provoke re-stretching of the skin.

RF lifting methods

Radio wave procedures are carried out using different devices. The doctor chooses the appropriate technique depending on the patient’s skin condition.

There are 3 types of devices:

• monopolar equipment appeared first in the history of lifting therapy. The device is equipped with a heating nozzle with 1 electrode;
• bipolar apparatus - an improved and most common version. The heating nozzle uses 2 electrodes that balance each other;
• tripolar and polypolar device – innovative equipment. The nozzles are equipped with switchable 3-20 electrodes. There are polypolar devices for complex effects on the face and body, with functions of vibration massage and infrared radiation.

The methods provide the same rejuvenation effect, but differ in the intensity of the effect on the body. An unequal number of procedures is required for visible results.

Monopolar

The most powerful, “shock” technique that gives an instant visible result of rejuvenation. Therapy is carried out in 1 session. With the monopolar technique, maximum heating temperatures are used (up to 50°C), which explains the rapid effect. The procedure is not performed on vulnerable areas with thin skin and in the area around the eyes.

Bipolar

The procedure is gentle on the skin and allows you to treat problem areas with wrinkles without affecting healthy areas. The power of the device with 2 electrodes is adjustable, which allows it to be used on sensitive areas of the face. The heating temperature does not exceed 40-45°C.

The disadvantage of the technique is that course therapy is required for visible results. The average duration of the course is 6 sessions with breaks of 10-12 days.

Tripolar and polypolar

The technique is suitable for rejuvenating areas of different sensitivity, including thin skin of the eyelids. The versatility of polypolar lifting is explained by the design of the equipment. In a device with many electrodes, you can regulate the temperature and power of operation.

Heat waves penetrate the superficial and deep layers of tissue, providing uniform and safe heating. The advantage of the method is its speed. 1 session lasts 15-30 minutes. The downside is that for visible results a long course of procedures is required - 10 or more.

Step-by-step instructions for radiofacial lifting

Depending on the complexity of the situation, the patient may need from 5 to 10 sessions.
The optimal interval for visiting a cosmetologist is once a week. One session lasts no longer than an hour. All manipulations are performed without anesthesia; it is used only in cases of increased sensitivity of the dermis. There is no need to prepare for the procedure.
The only important requirement is the absence of makeup on your face. Very often, a cosmetologist asks to remove earrings and piercings from the lip, nose, eyebrows, etc. This rule is justified by the fact that they quickly heat up and can lead to skin burns. Step-by-step instructions for performing facial radiolifting include the following:

• First of all, the specialist determines whether the patient has contraindications to the procedure.
• At this stage, the area of ​​influence of the current is studied - whether there are pigment spots, warts and other defects there.
• Here the number of required sessions is agreed upon.
• The patient is asked to take a comfortable position, usually seated in a chair or placed on a couch.
• Depending on the experience of the specialist and the type of device used, markings may be applied to the face to make it easier to determine the points of influence of the current. This reduces to zero the likelihood of accidentally missing the desired section.
• The surface to be treated is thoroughly cleaned with lotion that improves sensitivity to conducted impulses.
• A cooling gel is applied to the face, and if necessary, to the neck and décolleté area. This is a mandatory step necessary to prevent skin burns.
• After the coolant is absorbed, the beautician passes the tip of the device, which emits energy, over the face. At this time, the skin temperature rises to 40-45 degrees. The heat is retained in the tissues for 10-15 minutes.
• The penultimate step is to remove any remaining gel from the face and wipe it thoroughly with a dry towel.
• In the end, the doctor can only moisturize and soothe the skin with a special cream.

The device used makes virtually no noise.
To treat the face, you need a medium nozzle with a diameter of no more than 3 cm; its touch is almost not felt. Movements always start from the top of the desired area (forehead). After this, the specialist, in the specified order, proceeds to warming up the upper and lower eyelids, nose, cheekbones, lips, neck and décolleté, if necessary. During a facial radiolifting session, the patient may experience short-term but strong sensations of tissue heating. They can be compared to the consequences of a minor burn. This mainly happens when using inexpensive devices that do not have cooling attachments. In this condition, the use of a cooling gel is mandatory, it helps reduce discomfort.

High-quality European-style devices have attachments with sensors for temperature control and regulation. Therefore, if it exceeds the acceptable limits and causes pain, it is reduced. For this purpose, the method of injecting a cooling composition inside is used.

After all the manipulations, the cosmetologist warns about possible consequences, which are very rare, and tells how to deal with them. Then the patient is immediately sent home; hospital stay and monitoring of results are never required.

Efficiency and safety of the procedure

Radio wave face lifting (reviews from patients and specialists coincide) gives both immediate and delayed, cumulative effects. After 1 procedure, the skin is tightened and the face looks rested. The tone becomes fresher, the tone around the eyes increases. The tense fold between the eyebrows, which gives a frowning appearance, is smoothed out.

The immediate tightening effect is explained by the contraction of collagen fibers as a result of heating. The true effect of rejuvenation from the inside appears after 20-25 days, when young collagen fibers grow. Wrinkles are smoothed out, skin turgor in the chin area improves, and the overhanging fold under the eyebrow disappears.

The full result can be assessed after six months, when a new collagen framework is formed under the skin. The effect lasts for 2-2.5 years. To prevent aging, it is recommended to repeat the RF rejuvenation course once every 12 months.

Radio wave therapy does not cause allergies or addiction. The hardware technique eliminates the risk of contracting infections.

Contraindications and possible complications of body lifting

Plastic surgeons indicate a number of pathologies for which torsoplasty cannot be performed:

• poor blood clotting;
• heart and vascular diseases;
• diabetes;
• oncology of any localization;
• infectious and inflammatory processes;
• exacerbation of chronic pathologies;
• conception planned within 12 months.

Contraindications include age under 18 years and bone-structural abnormalities that make torsoplasty difficult.

Like any invasive intervention, body lifting is not without side effects. First of all, these are hematomas and swelling. Such symptoms should not cause concern - they are completely normal for the postoperative period.

Other complications include:

• formation of ugly scars;
• wound suppuration;
• seam divergence;
• numbness of the skin in the postoperative area;
• soft tissue necrosis.

Rare consequences of body lifting include pulmonary edema, thromboembolism, and bleeding.

Most of these complications are easy to prevent.

Indications

The purpose of RF lifting is to renew damaged and aging skin. The technique helps to get rid of age-related changes and imperfections.

Indications for the procedure:

• facial wrinkles in the area of ​​the eyelids and eyebrows;
• deep nasolabial folds;
• “shaved” in the area of ​​the cheeks and chin;
• acne;
• enlarged pores;
• bags and puffiness under the eyes;
• bright vascular network on the face;
• acne scars;
• dark spots.

Indications for torsoplasty

The main reason for body lifting is the formation of large unattractive folds on the body. They can appear either from sudden weight loss (30–40 kg in six months), or after childbirth, or as a consequence of age-related changes.

Sagging tissue is not just a cosmetic issue. Diaper rash, unpleasant odor, ulcers and bedsores under the folds - all this forces repeated thorough hygiene throughout the day and creates certain difficulties for workers. And if you add to this external unattractiveness, you get a completely sad picture.

Well, since it is impossible to remove skin folds either by exercise, massage or proper nutrition, the patient is forced to seek help from a plastic surgeon. Torsoplasty is usually included in the program to combat obesity, so both women and men resort to it.

Contraindications

RF lifting, despite its gentle nature, involves an external effect on the body.

Radio wave techniques can be dangerous in 2 cases:

• poor health;
• use of implants and medical equipment with metal elements.

What should you be wary of?

Radio wave face lifting, reviews of which are left not only by clinic patients, but also by physicists and biologists, interferes with the natural processes of the body, disrupting systemic functioning. Active heating by radio waves increases tissue sensitivity and prevents cell regeneration.

Stress from RF lifting is not harmful to a healthy body, but in a weakened state it can aggravate the disease. There is a danger from the interaction of radio wave rays with medical equipment implanted in the body: implants, stimulators, pins. During the RF procedure, they will heat up along with the skin, which is potentially life-threatening.

Relative and temporary contraindications

Relative restrictions are associated with a temporary weakening of health, after which the body fully recovers. Radiolifting should be postponed until symptoms disappear.

List of temporary contraindications:

• colds infectious diseases;
• skin damage on the face;
• period;
• metal mesothreads under the skin. Thermolifting should be postponed until the threads are absorbed (8-9 months) to avoid burns.

Absolute contraindications

Radio wave procedures are excluded in the presence of severe and chronic diseases. In the presence of permanent implants and stimulators, RF lifting is prohibited due to a possible reaction with metal elements.

List of contraindications:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• oncological diseases at any stage;
• disorders of the nervous system with seizures;
• diseases associated with impaired tissue regeneration: lupus, arthritis;
• diabetes;
• acute form of hypertension;
• active stage of chronic diseases;
• HIV;
• dental implants made of metal ceramics;
• use of a pacemaker.

What is body lifting (torsoplasty)

Bodybuilding is a multi-step, extensive procedure that aims to tighten multiple areas of the body at the same time. Quite often, specialists combine body contouring procedures with liposuction (removal of fatty tissue). Body lifting is considered a long and rather complex operation that must be performed by professionals. You can trust your body only to doctors with rich practical experience.

The history of body lifting begins from the time when fashion trendsetters required operations to tighten the skin after childbirth and severe weight loss. The first surgeons to practice tummy tucks were Demars and Marx in the 19th century. At that time, this procedure was called dermolipectomy.

• Surgeon Babcock made a breakthrough in facelifts in 1916. He performed an operation to remove a skin-fat flap from the abdominal area in the shape of an ellipse. This method of lifting contributed to the effective highlighting of the waist, abdomen, and pelvis.
• A new breakthrough in plastic surgery for skin tightening was the operation of the Pitanguy surgeon. In 1967, he introduced new standards in body lifting. The specialist noted that after the operation there should be no visible scars.
• Since the 80s, open surgeries have been virtually replaced by liposuction. Now surgeons note that body lifting is indispensable in some cases. It is used to tighten problem areas of the body.

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Concept

Torsoplasty does not aim to eliminate excess body weight. The “body lifting” operation involves tightening sagging areas of the dermis with fat (all over the body or in certain areas of it). The consequence of this surgical intervention is the modeling of the entire figure. Most often, areas of specialist intervention are:

• hips;
• stomach;
• back.

Abdominal body lift (before and after photos)

Kinds

Body lift has 3 types:

1. Upper body lift. This type of surgery is suitable for people with an “apple” body type, because their problem area in terms of obesity is considered to be the top (shoulder, chest, back area). The most relevant areas of the body for a lift are the folds on the neck, chin, under the shoulder blades, chest, abdomen, and arms. When performing a breast lift, sometimes breast size adjustments are performed at the same time.
2. Lifting in the lower body area. Such operations are commonly called lipectomy. This type of surgery is suitable for people with excess dermis in the buttocks, thighs, and inner legs. During the operation, the surgeon not only removes excess dermis, but also fat deposits. In this case, the muscles are tightened along with the skin. After the procedure, one scar remains.
3. Full body lifting. This lift is comprehensive (along the entire length of the body). Doctors perform it in several approaches to avoid severe stress on the body. Also, carrying out such an operation at once means a lot of time.

Indications

Fat masses can occur under the influence of such factors:

• serious hormonal disorders;
• lack of physical activity;
• improper diet;
• hereditary factor.

With rapid weight loss of 30–40 kilograms (literally in six months), the skin sag. Such weight loss is observed after banding, gastric bypass surgery, liposuction, and childbirth. After such weight loss, the dermis does not have time to recover. It may take several years for it to tighten naturally.

Body lifting is indicated for:

• the presence of significant excesses of the dermis and subcutaneous fat (after rapid weight loss);
• severe stretching of the skin after childbirth;
• condition after bariatric surgery (gastric ring, resection of part of the stomach);
• significant excesses of the upper/lower body;
• age-related changes in soft tissues (buttocks, thighs, ptosis of the shoulders, abdomen).

Bodylifting and its results

Contraindications

There are a number of body conditions in which body lifting is absolutely contraindicated. These include:

• planned pregnancy;
• diabetes;
• presence of cancer;
• poor blood clotting;
• infectious diseases;
• liver failure;
• elderly people with an unstable body condition;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system, especially AHF and CHF;
• kidney damage, incl. renal failure.

Cost of radio wave face lifting from a cosmetologist

Radio wave face lifting, reviews of which patients leave on forums and websites of beauty centers, is done in clinics in Moscow and the regions. The cost of rejuvenation depends on the area of ​​the face being treated. The table shows the average minimum price of 1 procedure in Moscow clinics.

Photos before and after radiofacial lifting

How radio face lifting is done - watch the video:

The effect obtained with the help of radio face lifting will definitely please you! This is a truly safe and useful procedure in every sense, which almost never has side effects and helps absolutely everyone. The main thing is to choose a trusted specialist and follow all his instructions!

Devices for home radiolifting of the face and periorbital area

Radio wave face lifting is done at home using portable RF gadgets. The principle of operation is no different from salon equipment, and the effect, according to reviews, is comparable to a surgical lift.

When choosing a model, it is worth considering the main differences between gadgets:

• Set of functions. Some devices are equipped with additional options for body care: they help get rid of cellulite and tone muscles.
• The price varies from 3,700 to 111,000 rubles.
• Additional consumables. Depending on the model, a contact gel may be required to restore the skin after procedures.

We present the Top 5 devices that have earned the highest ratings from users and give an idea of ​​the possibilities of home RF lifting.

ReadySkin nanoSkin

Multifunctional device for face and body care. Effectively fights wrinkles, nasolabial folds, stretch marks, cellulite, loss of elasticity of the skin of the face and body.

The device has 5 modes for face and body care: RF-lifting, EMS (electrical muscle stimulation), ENI - electroporation (exposure to current allows active components to effectively penetrate inside without pain), ION cleaning, cooling mode to tighten pores.

To carry out the procedures, you should use contact gel for RF procedures. Treatment areas: face, neck, décolleté, shoulders, abdomen, hips, buttocks.

Gezatone V-Line m1603

A budget facial massager is equipped with a basic set of functions for lifting procedures. The device evens out skin tone and texture, shrinks pores, and improves the condition of blood vessels. The anti-aging effect appears after 3 months of use. Contact gel is not needed during the session.

“Vi-line” runs on a battery, recharged from the mains. The battery power is designed for 30 minutes of continuous operation.

Gezatone RF Lifting m1601

The device is suitable for the face and body: rejuvenates, increases tissue elasticity, and eliminates cellulite. The effect is achieved through a combination of 2 functions - skin lifting and myostimulation (muscle strengthening). The device trains muscles as a passive exercise machine. The muscles gain tone, maintain the elasticity of the face and provide a slender silhouette.

The gadget has 4 modes for working out the face and body. There is a vibration massage option that improves blood circulation, and exposure to the red spectrum for gentle activation of collagen. During the session it is necessary to use contact gel. The device has a built-in timer and an auto-off option after 3 minutes of continuous operation.

Ilumination Youth Activator

The device allows you to evaluate the possibilities of polypolar lifting at home. The device combines 3 functions - radio wave heating, chromotherapy and infrared radiation. The result is a comprehensive, deep effect on the layers of the skin, accelerating collagen renewal. The effect is noticeable after 1 procedure: the face is tightened, tone improves, wrinkles are smoothed out.

Before using Youth Activator, contact gel is applied to the face. There is a built-in motion sensor: the gadget turns off if you move it away from your face.

RF Beauty Photo Plus

The gadget is designed for comprehensive, renewing appearance care. A special feature of the device is the design of the RF nozzle in the form of a double ring, which improves the penetration of heat under the skin. To use the gadget, you need contact gel.

The device has 5 operating modes:

• Cleansing. The combined effect of RF waves, vibration and ions helps remove impurities and dead cells and accelerates skin renewal.
• Hydration. RF heating of the face improves the absorption of cosmetics and normalizes the hydrobalance in cells.
• Lifting. The radio wave effect is complemented by myostimulation. Muscles and skin become elastic, wrinkles are reduced.
• LED Therapy. Exposure to red light improves the condition of blood vessels and smoothes out small wrinkles.
• Cooling. Blue light treatment tightens pores, soothes skin, reduces acne and irritation.

Description of radio facelift

Radiolifting is a “passive” procedure, unlike similar techniques.
Initially, it is not intended to tighten the skin or smooth out wrinkles, this is secondary here. Its main task is to stimulate the production of collagen by the dermis, which is responsible for its elasticity. This happens due to the heating of all layers of tissue, even the deepest, which is carried out using high-frequency current. Under the influence of high temperatures, old protein molecules are destroyed, and the remaining ones are compacted and renewed. Thus, the condition of the skin changes from the inside, it becomes more youthful and elastic.

The procedure takes from 20 to 60 minutes, depending on the complexity of the problem. The optimal number of sessions is from 5 to 10. All manipulations are performed without anesthesia, since pain is practically eliminated. Such actions cannot cause severe discomfort, much less lead to a burn.

The most suitable age for this is 35+. This technique is easily tolerated by absolutely all patients, and does not require any special preparation; moreover, it can be combined with any other methods of rejuvenation. The procedure does not require the introduction of special compounds under the skin, being designed to use the body's own resources.

The first results are noticeable after 2-3 sessions. It is also very convenient that the resulting result is durable. If necessary, radiolifting of the face can be repeated as many times as desired; there are no restrictions here. No less important is the absence of a rehabilitation period as such; you can begin to lead your previous lifestyle immediately after visiting a cosmetologist.

Step-by-step instructions for exposure to radio pulses at home

RF devices differ in terms of operation in details: time of exposure to the skin, use of contact gel and restorative agents. The rules for skin preparation, stages of implementation and features of facial care after therapy remain common to all RF gadgets.

Contraindications to the use of radio wave lifting devices

Home RF gadgets are subject to the restrictions specified for similar salon procedures:

• eye diseases;
• increased skin sensitivity;
• dilated blood vessels on the face;
• tendency to allergies;
• acne and acne;
• irritation and peeling of the skin after sunburn.

How to prepare your facial skin?

The effect of radio wave therapy will be greater if the skin is well moisturized. Before an RF session, injection procedures that improve hydrobalance are encouraged: mesotherapy or revitalization.

Before radiolifting, cosmetic techniques associated with controlled damage to the skin, such as microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing, peeling, are prohibited. Heat exposure will disrupt tissue healing.

Immediately before the session, remove contact lenses and metal jewelry: piercings, earrings. Makeup or remnants of care cream are removed. The facial skin is thoroughly cleansed with clean water and soap or foam for washing. Men need to shave.

Stages of implementation

The procedure is carried out in a dry room. Contact with water should not be allowed, as the RF device allows moisture to pass through.

Procedure:

1. Contact gel is applied to cleansed skin in a thin, even layer. As the layer of the drug dries, it is renewed so that the face remains moisturized during the procedure.
2. The device is placed on the surface of the skin and the nozzle is moved along the massage contours.
3. At the end of the session, the remnants of the contact agent are removed with a dry cloth and the face is lubricated with a nourishing cream or a restorative preparation for RF correction.

The procedures are carried out in courses: about 3 sessions per week are done for 2 months. To prevent aging, the course is repeated after 6 months.

Skin care after RF lifting

After the procedure, moisturizer is regularly applied to the facial skin. In the next 1-3 days, it is important to drink a lot of water - up to 2-3 liters - in order to free the body from the effects of radio wave exposure. For 7-14 days after the procedure, physical activity, visiting the solarium and bathhouse are prohibited.

Undesirable consequences

After RF lifting, the skin's sensitivity to sunlight increases, which can lead to the appearance of age spots. You can avoid the problem if, within 2 weeks after the procedure, you avoid tanning and prolonged exposure to direct rays. Before going outside, you should apply sunscreen with a high protection factor (SPF50).

The effectiveness of radio wave lifting is confirmed by scientific research and patient reviews. The procedure activates metabolic processes in the skin, allowing you to look younger. The non-surgical technique will not smooth out deep wrinkles, but it will cope with the task of refreshing the face, eliminating signs of fatigue and maintaining skin elasticity.

Home lifting device, where to buy

You can do it yourself at home. For this purpose, special compact devices designed for home care are used.

The most popular is an RF device developed by the French brand Gezatone.

The device has 4 functions: 1 - rf lifting; 2 — myostimulation; 3 — lymphatic drainage (for swelling); 4 - relaxing massage.

To carry out the procedure, a special gel is required, which increases its effectiveness and also minimizes the possible reaction of the skin to the action of the device.

According to the instructions for the device, manipulations must be done every day for a month, and then 2 times a week is enough to maintain the effect.

The price of the Gezatone device (model m1605) is 6,000 rubles.

Where to buy Gezatone - on the OZON website (https://www.ozon.ru/context/detail/id/138192640/)