We have heard of countless horror stories about botched cosmetic surgeries that left physical and emotional scars to people with already low self esteem. Cosmetic surgeries always have risks, and the damages caused are irreparable. Imagine being reminded constantly about the bad decision you made when you look in the mirror everyday. For those who feel, they really have to undergo Cosmetic procedure, first look into this less drastic option in your goal to maintain your youthful appearance longer than normal ---a procedure known as Ultherapy.
In a nutshell, what makes Ultherapy a better option is that you don't have to go under the knife. It makes use of the Ultrasound technology to make changes under the skin. Nothing is removed and nothing is added. Simply stated, collagen-production, which naturally weakens by age is manually stimulated to keep skin supple, thus preventing wrinkles due to the lack of skin elasticity.
Merz Aesthetics brings in the technology to the Philippines and it was launched in an event held at Le Jardin in BGC last June 17. Dr. Peter Peng and Dr. Z Teo were present to explain the technology's natural, non-invasive procedure, As you continue treatments, skin can only get better without any backlash in case you discontinue. This question was addressed by Dr. Teo who always got inquiries about the perceived negative after effect if treatments were stopped. "There is no drooping of the skin if you decide to stop. The beauty of the procedure is that there is no negative effect. It just gets better as you continue because the skin is merely being stimulated and encouraged to produce more collagen," explains Dr. Teo.
"Just as long as you don't have acne or open wounds, there is no "buyer beware" for the product. People aged 30 and above can take advantage of the treatments," Dr. Vennis Viceral, Medical Advisor to Merz Aesthetics.
The doctors just have one request to future clients---to be realistic in their expectations when taking the treatment. Don't expect to miraculously look like the person in the photo that you admire and present to the doctor before treatment. Don't expect to look like a 20 something if you are already in your 50s, perhaps you can maintain your 40 year old physical appearance even though you are already 60. Some 70 and 80 year olds clients still look like they are in their 50s and 60s shares Dr. Teo.
Clinics that offer Ultherapy: The Aivee Institure, Belo Medical Group, The Skin Specialist, Advance Aesthetics, E-Derm Center, HJM Aesthetics and Wellness Clinic, I Derma Skin Clinic, The Skin Dermatology and Laser Center by The Spa, CHI Dermatology Clinic, Caraderme Clinic, Skin and Cancer Foundation, Skin 101, CRB Aesthetic and Laser Clinic, The Dermatology Suite, Dihas Skin Aesthetics, Dermhaus Clinic, Corderm Advance Dermatology and Laser Center, Skin Aesthetics.
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