title: Radiofrequency: Thermage.
abstract: Nonablative procedures for facial rejuvenation have become increasingly popular. One such method to improve laxity and diminish rhytids is monopolar capacitively coupled radiofrequency (MRF). The authors discuss clinical studies using MRF. The authors also discuss their clinical experiences as well as recommendations for optimal results. MRF using the Thermage CPT system (Solta Medical, Hayward, California) offers minimal downtime with a favorable side-effect profile. Although there are many radiofrequency devices on the market for aesthetic use, MRF has the most clinical trials to date to support its use as an effective, evidence-based modality to improve rhytids and tighten the skin.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, University of Texas, 6655 Travis Street, Suite 650, Houston, TX 77030, USA. kristelpolder@hotmail.com
authors.forename: Kristel D
authors.initials: KD
authors.lastname: Polder
authors.forename: Suzanne
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bruce
mesh_terms: D019882:Blepharoplasty / Q000379:methods; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D000075202:Contraindications; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D010781:Photography; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012060:Rejuvenation; D015361:Rhytidoplasty / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D015595:Skin Aging