Morpheus8 is a procedure which delivers heat to the deeper skin structures through specialized micropins. It can be used on nearly any body area and can additionally be used to remodel (dissolve) targeted areas of unwanted fat cells. Heat can be delivered up to 8 mm in depth depending on the body region being treated. Due to the microneedling component and the amount of energy delivered, there will be some variable downtime with Morpheus8 procedures.

Sofwave is a completely non-invasive treatment which does not involve needles and also, notably, does NOT have any downtime. It delivers heat that is generated by concentrated ultrasound waves, but that heat goes to a single depth of 1.5 mm. It is a powerful smoothing and tightening device, with 7 FDA indications and great results as you can see from our before and after photos. Both Sofwave and Morpheus8 are recommended to be done more than once in order to achieve the desired results, unless you are doing them “preventatively” or as a maintenance procedure. Both of these services are safe for darker skin types.  We are happy to consult with you to help you create the treatment plan best suited to your needs.

We offer free consultations for exactly this reason! We will help you sort through and prioritize your concerns and goals, your personal preferences, your tolerance for downtime, and how soon you need to see results in order to help guide you towards the procedure(s) most likely to give you the “Wow” results you are looking for. We offer both comprehensive ‘head to toe’ consultations, or you may opt for a more limited consultation specific to a particular region or concern. 

This really requires an assessment of your particular anatomy. We will examine the degree of skin laxity and textural issues and whether there is unwanted fat in the region such as under the chin or at the jawline/jowl zones. Sofwave is great at smoothing and tightening but it cannot affect the fat, whereas Morpheus 8 and Precision Tx with or without targeted liposuction will address the fat cells. Sometimes, the degree of looseness is such hat it calls for a minimally invasive tightening procedure where the doctor uses a thin laser or RF probe under the skin to perform a deeper internal tightening. We do not perform surgery, but the breadth of technology we have at Renew allows us the opportunity to get the beautiful outcomes you see in our photos! A free consultation is your best plan to understand which options would have the highest liklihood of success for you. 

Not at all! There is no age at which fibroblast skin cells stop responding to injury, though they may take longer to do so. Older skin will have more collagen loss, which will also potentially impact the number of treatments you will need to achieve your desired result. For those who are younger, starting collagen stimulating procedures early will help protect the collagen you have and restore what you would have otherwise lost due to the ageing process. 

It is not feasible to list all of the costs of all of the various procedures available to restore lost collagen. We are happy to provide pricing information in person or by phone if you have a specific procedure in mind, or at the time of a consultation if you are considering multiple treatment options. 

At home micro-needling is a tricky business. First of all, there is the challenge of keeping your instrument free of bacteria which is not easy. Second, many of the marketed micro-needling rollers have poor quality needles and can actually cause more damage and scarring. The results if any achieved with home devices do not come close to what can be achieved with true medical grade devices which also employ single use sterile tips to ensure both safety and ideal needle condition at every single treatment. Having this service done at a medical spa which also has platelet rich plasma preparation available can also significantly boost your results per procedure. 

There is no “one best” skin care regimen. In general, some of the most helpful active ingredients will include anti-oxidants such as Vitamin C, a high grade Retinol, and Sun Protection. There are many different “actives” that are botanical as well. Based on your skin type and skin condition we can help you to design a program that makes the most sense for you and your goals. Ask about our ‘Recommended Skin Care’ sheets which educate about our most popular skin care products based on skin problems and concerns- those are a great starting point.

Using what’s known as fractional laser resurfacing, the SmartSkin laser treats the skin in “micro-columns”. Each treatment micro column receiving the precise amount of laser energy needed to vaporize the aged skin, while also stimulating new collagen growth from the surrounding untreated skin. Over time, this will build up the support structures (collagen and elastin) of your skin resulting in a younger and smoother looking appearance. This fractionated approach to laser skin resurfacing is substantially safer than the older CO2 laser devices which were often used in a ‘fully ablative’ mode which was effective BUT had increased risk of scarring and infection. 

Watch our video dedicated to TriWave MD and you will understand!