Address Skin Laxity Without Surgery in the Little Rock Area
Tight, firm skin requires good elasticity, which is the ability of the skin to “snap back” after it has been pulled away from the body. Without healthy collagen and elastin fibers that lie very deep in the skin, the tissue becomes loose, so when it is pulled out of position, it retracts slowly—if at all. Using SkinTyte™, the Little Rock area’s Dermatology Group of Arkansas can restore elasticity to aging skin, leading to a tighter and more youthful look.
The Dermatology Group of Arkansas team is trained and experienced in advanced cosmetic dermatology technology, including the infrared-powered SkinTyte™ device. Treatments are tailored to the patient to maximize safety, comfort, and long-term results.
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Schedule your consultation for SkinTyte™ for Little Rock, all of Central Arkansas, and beyond today. Call us at the Dermatology Group of Arkansas at 501-227-8422.
How Does SkinTyte™ Work?
Collagen and elastin molecules break down and are replaced by new ones in an ongoing cycle in the skin. Age causes this cycle to slow down, so that these beneficial fibers are eventually lost faster than they can be replaced. They also break down more rapidly when exposed to sunlight. The result is low levels of collagen and elastin, lax skin, increased lines and wrinkles, and sagging.
SkinTyte™ uses infrared light to deposit heat into the deepest layers of the skin, which prompts contraction of the existing collagen and elastin fibers right away. Long term, these treatments stimulate specialized cells to produce new collagen and elastin molecules for an overall improvement of skin firmness.
The SkinTyte™ device uses something known as “sapphire contact cooling” to protect the surface and keep it at a more comfortable temperature than the heated deeper layers. This is a safe treatment, but patients should expect some minor side effects, such as skin redness, tenderness, and possible swelling. No down time is required, as these effects will resolve on their own. Care should be taken to protect the treated areas against sun exposure as they heal.
What Can SkinTyte™ Address?
Virtually any area that has mild to moderate sagging and creases due to age-related collagen loss can benefit from a SkinTyte™ treatment. Many patients use it to get firmer skin on their face, neck, chest (especially the décolletage), and abdomen.
SkinTyte™ at the Little Rock area’s Dermatology Group of Arkansas uses infrared light to cause elastin and collagen fibers to contract, as well as prompt the formation of new collagen and elastin. Together, these effects tighten and smooth the skin, making the treatment ideal for laxity on the face, neck, and upper chest (known as the décolletage).
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What Else Can Help with Tightening Skin and Body Contouring?
Loose skin on the lower face and neck is a common cosmetic problem for many people, and so is excess fat that creates submental fullness—better known as a double chin. To deal with the unwanted fat cells, we offer injectable Kybella®, which can pair with SkinTyte™ to treat both issues and create a more defined neck and jawline.
Loss of collagen in the face can be addressed with a dermal filler, such as Juvederm®, which introduces a hyaluronic acid-based gel below the surface to restore midface contours or plump up thin lips. This added volume “fills in” creases and hollows, pushing the skin outward again for a tighter and smoother look.
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Contact the Dermatology Group of Arkansas today for SkinTyte™ in the Little Rock area. Call 501-227-8422.