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Non-surgical cosmetic procedures for women and men above age of 30 are becoming more and more popular. If you're a woman above 30 who is not ready for a facelift, Exilis might just be your secret weapon for surgery free skin rejuvenation.
With the explosion in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, particularly the injection of wrinkle relaxers and skin plumpers, the focus on facial rejuvenation has, for many, shifted from the operating room to the office. While injectable treatments modify the muscles and deeper soft tissues of the face they have little to no effect on the skin's surface. In addition, facelift surgery simply elevates older skin into a new position without actually rejuvenating the skin at the cellular level. Treatment of the outer covering has been left mainly to the cosmetics industry. But with a younger population now seeking cosmetic improvement and fewer of these patients being surgical candidates, office treatments must include both subsurface enhancements and surface rejuvenation.
Lasers have been in the limelight over the past several years for skin rejuvenation, but often certain factors limit their usage. These limitations apply to people with medium to darker skin, the downtime associated with treatment and the potential for complications such as scarring and hyper (too much) pigmentation or hypo (too little) pigmentation. A new generation of non-laser skin rejuvenating devices has recently been introduced to the aesthetic world. These devices work to stimulate collagen and improve skin tone and texture, at the same time avoiding all the drawbacks of laser treatments. Best used in conjunction with other non- or minimally invasive skin care modalities, these technological breakthroughs fit in well with the modern aesthetic practice. A logical approach includes a simple home treatment regimen of retinoids, skin lighteners and growth factors.
Finally, a non-invasive, non-laser skin tightening device such as the Exilis treatment system offers skin tightening without the down time, cost or risk of many laser procedures. The important thing for good skin care is developing a regimen in conjunction with your plastic surgeon, dermatologist or aesthetician and sticking with it. People who do home and office based skin procedures on a regular basis achieve consistently impressive and noticeable results.
The Exilis is a non-invasive aesthetic device that is FDA approved for skin tightening and fat reduction in the face and body. Advanced radio frequency technology safely transfers heat to the undersurface of the skin (the dermal layer) initiating a process called collagen remodeling. Older, stretched out collagen strands are denatured by the radio frequency energy and during the body's repair process these strands line up in a more youthful configuration. The result is tighter, more elastic and smoother skin in about 90 days. At deeper settings the radio frequency energy and heat can be transferred directly to smaller fatty deposits in the body with the effect of "melting" the fat, which is then excreted by the body's own natural processes. The combination of deep fat melting and more superficial skin tightening results in effective facial and body contouring without surgery, liposuction or laser therapies.
Exilis is an ideal therapy for people, who are not yet ready to consider a surgical facelift and for people who had a lift and want to maintain their results. The treatments are comfortable, no anesthesia is required, and we have seen consistent, incremental, lasting and measurable results.
Although it is very effective for the right candidates, it should be mentioned that Exilis is not right for everyone. The device works best for people in their 40s and early 50s who are not yet surgical candidates for face and neck lifting procedures. I also have developed a protocol to treat patients who have undergone face and neck lifting to maintain their surgical results and extend the longevity of their invasive procedures. For patients in their 50s and 60's who have loose skin, fatty deposits under the chin or along the jawline or other structural changes in the face there is still no substitute for a well executed face and neck lift. Similarly, while patients with small unwanted fatty deposits in the body (such as in the under arm, inner thighs, flanks and lower abdomen) may be good candidates for Exilis body contouring, if there is a larger volume of fat to be reduced, liposuction should be considered the gold standard. Exilis skin tightening can be a good adjunct to liposuction anywhere in the body because skin that has lost its underlying fatty layer tends to become looser over time. Lastly, Exilis is a good option for patients who are simply not surgical candidates due to medical issues or who are just turned off by the thought of going under the knife. At least now there is a safe, reasonably priced alternative available.
Sessions are scheduled every one to two weeks and each treatment takes about 30 to 40 minutes with no pain, no downtime, or limitations on activities afterwards. We get beautiful results, and our patients are really happy with how they look.
The Exilis procedure is performed as a series of four to six treatments spaced one week apart. Each treatment session runs between 20 and 40 minutes depending upon the number of areas to be treated. The only pre-treatment preparation is that patients be properly hydrated. Patients who are pregnant or who have pacemakers are not candidates for Exilis. During the treatment session a smooth handpiece is moved in a circular fashion over the area to be tightened. The warmth of the energy transfer is noticeable, but unlike prior treatments, there is no pain associated with the procedure and the full therapeutic amount of energy can be safely transferred to the underlying dermis or fat. Immediately following the session there is temporary redness of the treated skin, but this dissipates in a matter of minutes. Patients may return to all normal activities immediately. Some skin tightening is noticeable almost immediately, but the full effect of the collagen remodeling takes about 90 days.
Exilis is a new and innovative way to melt fat and tighten skin without the need for surgery. Using radio waves to heat collagen and destroy fat cells, the Exilis procedure is completely non-invasive and there is no downtime. Any part of the body can be treated, and each procedure lasts just 30 minutes. Four to six treatments are needed to achieve optimum results, and these are done every one to two weeks. Typical treatment areas are the abdomen, thighs and hips, arms, neck and "love handles".
Fat cells are stored in the body in lobules that are clustered like a bunch of grapes. These clusters are wrapped in a fibrous tissue layer similar to a hairnet that holds them together. This fibrous tissue layer makes it difficult to reach the fatty clusters without a liposuction cannula instrument or surgery. The FDA cleared Exilis bi-polar radio frequency system is able to rattle the fat lobules out of their fibrous cage, while blasting them with heat to ramp up their metabolic activity and shrink the size of the fat cells for contouring of the face and neck. The heat also stimulates fibroblast activity to produce new collagen resulting in visible skin tightening for turkey necks and jowling.
Everyone has a stubborn fat deposit or trouble spot they'd like to get rid of. It used to be that liposuction and body contouring surgery was the only way to reduce unwanted fat on the body, but Exilis allows us to change your body's shape without the pain and recovery associated with liposuction or other surgical procedures. After a treatment, patients can immediately return to their normal activities. It is the newest non-surgical method for body shaping and circumferential reduction of targeted fatty deposits and skin laxity on the body.
What is Exilis Procedure? | |
Exilis is intelligently engineered such that a trained professional can customize the delivery of powerful thermal energy and advanced cooling while monitoring skin temperature in real time. In this way, the Exilis beneficially affects only the targeted tissue at the exact depth of penetration proven to achieve the desired cosmetic outcome. Exclusive Energy Flow Control (EFC) System serves as "the brakes of a race car". Exilis precisely and uniformly reaches therapeutic temperatures in the shortest amount of time. This ensures a safe, efficient and positive patient experience and addresses multiple aesthetic concerns. Addressing a need: According to statistics compiled by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Exilis offers the two most demanded cosmetic procedures Viz. Skin tightening around the eyes and the Neck area. Precision: Exilis is designed with maximum control that allows RF energy to be applied to the targeted skin layer for optimal depth of penetration. This innovative harnessing of focused RF relies on the ideal combination of heating and cooling to achieve the best effect while keeping the patient comfortable and pain-free. Safe and Fast: The ability to reach a therapeutic temperature in the shortest amount of time combined with the safety of Energy Flow Control translates to treatments that are only 20 to 30 minutes in length and extremely safe for the patient. No costly disposables reduces the treatment cost to patients. |
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What is the Exilis procedure? How does it work? | |
During the session, the Exilis computer-controlled device is guided over the treatment area. Patients feel a warming sensation as the Energy is delivered to the deeper layers of skin. The ability to focus the Energy on specific areas at the targeted depth of penetration makes Exilis a highly effective aesthetic solution. The device engages the cooling system to heat deep tissue as its constant monitoring of the skin’s temperature facilitates a comfortable, even treatment. To favorably influence the upper skin layers, only controlled heating is engaged to redefine loose skin and smooth wrinkles. Thus, the Exilis causes the collagen supporting tissue to remodel, thereby stimulating and strengthening the collagen network. | |
How many treatments will I need? How long do the results last? | |
The recommended course of treatment is generally four to six sessions, one every two weeks. You can have additional treatments if desired. Patients show persistent results at least six months after the Exilis treatment. | |
Is it safe? | |
Exilis has been tested in clinical studies and proven to be safe and effective. It has been cleared by the FDA in the U.S. for treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. | |
What about recovery? | |
Some pinkness on the treated area may last for about 15-30 minutes. Patients should increase water intake on the day of treatment and the day after, and should engage in light exercise such as walking to enhance cosmetic results. | |
What are the side effects? | |
There have been no significant side effects reported with Exilis treatment. | |
Who is a candidate for Exilis? | |
Exilis is recommended for any patient between the ages of 25 and 70+ who desires cosmetic improvement, particularly those areas that show the signs of aging, unhealthy life style and have not responded to other treatment options. Exilis treatment offers cosmetic improvement without surgery. | |
Why choose Exilis? | |
Exilis is an exceptionally safe and effective aesthetic device that delivers highly controlled, volumetric heating to tissue for measurable cosmetic results. Scientifically proven and clinically tested, Exilis uses focused high frequency technology to redefine appearances by reducing wrinkles in just four to six comfortable treatment sessions. The key benefit of Exilis is its ability to target the energy with the ideal combination of heating and cooling to achieve the best cosmetic outcome while keeping patients comfortable and pain-free. Thanks to excellent aesthetic results, high satisfaction has been universally reported by patients and providers. There is no anesthesia, no side effects and no downtime after Exilis treatments. Optimal results are achieved after four to six sessions over a period of one to two months. Each session is about 20 to 30 minutes in length. | |
What are the key benefits? | |
Focused RF Technology To Redefine Appearances: Exilis offers the best depth of penetration to produce positive aesthetic effects, notably younger-looking. Common areas of treatment include the eye area, around the mouth, chin area, jaw line. Exceptional Patient Safety: Control of the flow of the Exilis energy and constant monitoring of skin temperature to reach therapeutic thermal effect in the shortest amount of time helps ensure maximum well-being without serious or long-lasting side effects. Speed of Treatments: About 20 to 30 minutes per session. Optimal, Long-Lasting Results: Typically achieved in four sessions over a period of one to two months. Very Well Tolerated: Virtually no pain or patient discomfort. Affordable Treatment: An affordable luxury for people of all skin types from all walks of life. |