A minimally invasive treatment for mild to moderate facial laxity and contour — without a surgical facelift.
Our face tightening procedure is a minimally invasive treatment intended to improve selected areas of facial laxity and contour, using a cannula-based energy device within the superficial tissues.
It may reduce small deposits of superficial fat while encouraging tissue contraction and collagen remodelling. PLLA and hyaluronic acid may support elasticity, hydration and structure.
Not a surgical facelift: it does not remove or reposition large areas of skin. The degree and duration of improvement vary.
SkinTight™ uses radiofrequency energy to deliver controlled heat to selected tissue planes, which may support tissue contraction and collagen remodelling over time.
Downtime may include swelling, bruising, tenderness, redness, altered sensation and temporary activity restrictions. Outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
It may be considered for selected adults seeking a modest improvement in mild to moderate facial laxity. It is not suitable for everyone.
It generally involves smaller access points and may have a shorter recovery than a facelift, but carries different risks and a less extensive result.
In the face, a few millimetres make a real difference, so we plan and perform SkinTight™ face treatments under ultrasound. The skin, fat and muscle of the face lie in thin layers, and the facial artery and other vessels run close to areas often treated for laxity, such as the jawline and lower face. Before treatment, your doctor scans the face to measure skin and fat thickness, follow the course of key vessels and look for filler from previous treatments that may affect planning.
While treating, imaging helps guide the cannula through the intended plane so the energy is delivered where it is needed. The position and depth of facial vessels are not the same in every patient, which is why individual mapping is more valuable than textbook landmarks alone. Ultrasound does not replace your doctor’s clinical judgement, but it gives a clearer view of your anatomy at every step.
Unlike a surgical facelift, this procedure does not remove or surgically reposition large areas of skin and deeper facial tissues.
Collagen stimulation and structural support: PLLA (polylactic acid) is used to support intensive collagen production and improve skin elasticity.
Hyaluronic acid injections provide deep tissue hydration and structural support, which may help smooth fine lines and refine overall skin texture.
Differences in recovery, risks and expected outcomes should be discussed during consultation.
The procedure addresses facial firmness, contour and skin quality within an individualised treatment plan.
Suitability is confirmed only after an in-person consultation with one of our practitioners.
We assess your facial concerns, medical history and goals.
Benefits, risks and limitations are explained and suitability is assessed.
A cannula-based energy device delivers controlled energy within selected tissue planes, tailored to the treated areas and your anatomy.
Aftercare instructions support recovery and help manage potential risks. Temporary swelling, bruising, tenderness or altered sensation may occur.
Early changes may be visible, with further change over several months as tissues heal and collagen remodels. Additional treatment may be considered.
Individual results vary.
Facial concerns that may be considered following an individual consultation include:
Mild to moderate facial laxity in appropriately selected patients.
Selected small deposits, contributing to changes in contour.
Collagen remodelling may gradually improve lines and texture.
Selected changes in firmness and contour, without a facelift.
Depending on individual suitability and response, potential benefits may include:
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Face tightening is a minimally invasive procedure using a cannula-based energy device, while a surgical facelift involves surgical dissection and repositioning of facial tissues. They are different procedures and should not be considered equivalent.
Where clinically appropriate, adjunctive treatments such as PLLA or hyaluronic acid-based injectables may also be considered as part of an individual plan. Each component has its own indications, potential benefits, risks and limitations.
Treatment is performed under local anaesthetic and is often tolerated, but discomfort can occur during anaesthetic administration and during or after tissue heating. Swelling, bruising, tenderness, redness and altered sensation may last longer than a few days in some patients.
Some patients may notice early changes after treatment, although swelling can initially affect the appearance of the treated area. Further changes may develop over several months as healing and collagen remodelling continue. The timing and degree of improvement vary between patients.
The duration of results is not fixed and varies according to the treatment performed, individual anatomy, healing, ageing, lifestyle and other patient-specific factors. A specific duration of effect cannot be guaranteed.
As with any minimally invasive facial procedure, risks include pain, swelling, bruising, bleeding, infection, burns, skin necrosis, contour irregularity, asymmetry, scarring, prolonged firmness, altered sensation or nerve injury, pigment change, delayed healing, unwanted fat loss, nodules or granulomas, vascular complications from injectable products, poor cosmetic outcome and the need for further treatment. Risks may increase when several procedures are combined. Rare or unforeseen complications may require medical, surgical or hospital treatment.
Activity restrictions should follow the clinician’s written aftercare plan and may extend beyond 48 hours depending on the treatments combined, swelling, bruising and healing. Patients should seek urgent review for increasing pain, spreading redness, fever, blistering, skin colour change, marked asymmetry, visual symptoms or other concerning symptoms.
Treatment may be unsuitable or require specialist assessment in patients with active infection or inflammation, impaired wound healing, bleeding disorders, uncontrolled medical conditions, relevant allergies, implanted electronic or metallic devices, pregnancy or breastfeeding, or medicines that affect bleeding or healing. Contraindications depend on every device and injectable product used and must be assessed individually.
There is no fixed schedule for repeating the face tightening procedure. The need for further treatment depends on the initial response, individual anatomy, ageing and treatment goals. Any additional or maintenance treatment should be considered following clinical review.
Yes, absolutely. Face tightening can often be combined with other aesthetic treatments to achieve more comprehensive results. In fact, many of our patients opt for bespoke treatment plans that include complementary procedures. During your consultation, our specialist will assess your skin and tailor a suitable combination based on your individual goals. We will also discuss how combining treatments might slightly adjust your aftercare or recovery time.
At consultation we assess your skin and goals, and explain options, limitations and risks before any treatment.
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