ThermiSmooth®
ThermiSmooth is a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment that gently heats the skin to tighten and smooth areas that lasers cannot safely reach, including the forehead, around the eyes, the cheeks, the mouth, and the neck. It can also treat texture and laxity on the body.
The handpiece is temperature controlled, so the skin is held at a precise target heat throughout each pass. Most patients say it feels like a warm massage, and there is no downtime.
Dr. Anna Petropoulos offers ThermiSmooth as a gentle option for patients who want gradual tightening without needles or recovery time. It is often part of a plan that also includes Thermage, Fraxel, or injectables, depending on what your skin needs.
BENEFITS
Safe Around The Eyes
Because the energy is delivered through the surface at a controlled temperature, ThermiSmooth can treat delicate areas such as the eyelids and under-eye skin.
No Downtime
There is no recovery period. Patients go back to work or their day immediately after treatment.
Comfortable Treatment
Gel is applied and the warm handpiece is moved across the skin. Most people find it relaxing.
Face And Body
The same technology treats the face and neck as well as areas of the body with loose skin or cellulite.
How Does ThermiSmooth Work?
Radiofrequency energy passes through the outer skin into the dermis, where it converts to heat. Sustained warmth of around 40 degrees Celsius signals the skin to remodel existing collagen and produce more. Over the following months, the treated skin becomes firmer and smoother.
Treatment Process
Each session takes under an hour depending on the areas treated. A series of sessions spaced about two weeks apart builds the best result. Dr. Petropoulos will recommend a plan based on your skin and goals, usually three to six treatments.
Results
Some patients notice subtle tightening right away, but the main improvement builds gradually as new collagen forms, typically over four to six months. Maintenance sessions can extend the result.
ThermiSmooth Consultation
If you are looking for a no-downtime way to tighten skin around the eyes, mouth, jawline, or neck, request a consultation. Dr. Petropoulos will assess your skin and tell you whether ThermiSmooth alone or a combination of treatments will get you the result you want.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions patients ask us most.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Most patients see the tightening they want with three to six sessions, spaced about two weeks apart. Dr. Petropoulos will recommend a number based on your skin at your consultation.
Does It Hurt?
No. The handpiece warms the skin gradually and the temperature is monitored throughout. Most patients describe it as a warm massage.
When Will I See Results?
New collagen takes time to build. Expect the full result four to six months after your series, with gradual improvement along the way.
Are There Any Side Effects?
Mild redness or warmth for an hour or so after treatment is typical. Because the energy is delivered through the surface, the side effects seen with needle-based radiofrequency are avoided.