Created on 10th July 2009
If you want to achieve firmer, tighter skin without going under the knife, then laser treatment Titan from Cutera could be the answer...
Loose, baggy skin is a tell-tale sign of ageing, and whereas we can conceal our bingo wings under long sleeves and cover our sagging tummies with kaftans, there's no hiding slack jowls.
Surgery is one option, but it's expensive, risky and requires a lot of downtime. Another alternative is a laser treatment called Titan from Cutera. Using light energy to stimulate new collagen growth deep beneath your skin's surface, Titan can tighten skin on your face, arms, abdomen, and legs. It could be the ideal solution to enhance your youthful and healthy appearance without surgery, recovery time, or injections.
How does the Cutera Titan work?
Titan uses a safe, infrared light to heat the dermis well below the skin's surface. This heating can cause immediate collagen contraction resulting in tighter skin. During the procedure the skin's surface is protected through continuous cooling with the Titan handpiece and therefore requires no anaesthesia and no downtime.
After the procedure, new collagen growth results in further tightening with the improvement of lax skin, folds and lines.
Titan's light-based platform provides a more uniform distribution of energy for heating the deep dermis than other energy sources, such as RF (radiofrequency).
What areas respond best to the Titan procedure?
People have been successfully treated on several different areas of the body, however loose skin along the jaw line, under the chin and on the abdomen and upper arms respond particularly well.
One patient of Dr Jilana of the Island Cosmetic Clinic which offers the treatment, Mrs Christine Harrison said: "The tightening effect with Titan has continued to develop and I am delighted with the result especially around my lower face and neck."
Who can be treated with Titan?
Since Titan heats tissue underneath the skin's surface, patients of any skin type can be treated. Men and women of all ages and skin types are potential candidates.
How many treatments will I need?
A single treatment has produced very good results for some patients, however it really depends on the person - it's best to seek advice from your doctor as to how many treatments you'll need to get the result you are aiming for.
What does the treatment feel like?
With each Titan pulse you will feel a brief heating sensation. Some patients are more comfortable taking a mild pain reliever beforehand, but most are fine without.
Are there any side effects?
You may notice some redness and mild swelling in the treated area, but both should calm down within a few hours. Always check with your doctor for complete information on the benefits and risks.
When will I see results?
Some patients see results immediately. However, for most patients the results are gradual over a three to six month period as new collagen is formed and the skin tightens.
Another patient of Dr Jilani's had this to say about the treatment: "The Titan treatment has transformed the skin on my face to a much more youthful appearance. The skin also feels more cushioned and the pore size has been reduced adding to a plumped and smooth looking face. Now I use make-up not to cover up an old face but to enhance a younger looking face. Titan is the best skin care product I have ever come across.
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Available from: For more details on Titan Cutera and to find your local practitioner, visit www.cutera.com and click on ‘Find a Treatment Provider'
