The evaluation of elasticity after nonablative radiofrequency rejuvenation. (25th June 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Erkiert‐Polguj, Anna; Algiert‐Zielinska, Barbara; Zdunska, Kamila; Markiewicz, Agata; Skubalski, Janusz; Rotsztejn, Helena
• Is Part Of: Journal of cosmetic dermatology. Volume 18:Number 2(2019:Apr.)
• Page Start: 511
• Page End: 516
• Publication Date: 2018-06-25
• Subjects: chest rejuvenation -- face rejuvenation -- nonablative radiofrequency; Skin -- Diseases -- Treatment -- Periodicals; Lasers in surgery -- Periodicals; Skin -- Pathophysiology -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/jocd.12689
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1473-2130

Abstract

Summary: Background: Laxity and rhytides are manifestations of photodamage on the face and chest. Nonablative radiofrequency (RF) is one of the most common procedures used for skin rejuvenation. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the elasticity of face and chest skin after multipolar radiofrequency. Patients/Methods: Thirty women, aged 43‐68, were included in the study. Twenty women were postmenopausal and 10 were premenopausal. They received 4 treatment sessions with an application of nonablative radiofrequency in 2‐week intervals. Biomechanical properties of the skin were measured with the use of a Cutometer. Results: The objective evaluation in a cutometric analysis showed a statistically significant improvement between measurements taken in the pretreatment period and 3 months after the treatment. Conclusions: The study is an objective confirmation that RF treatment improves skin elasticity. The method may appear to be beneficial for women of any age and skin types. It is a noninvasive treatment with a low risk of complications.