Overview
The in-between stage
Maybe your jawline isn't as crisp as it used to be, or your cheeks sit a little lower in photos. The skin on your neck may feel softer. It's more than skincare can fix, but not enough that you're thinking about surgery. A lot of people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s find themselves right here.
Why skin loses firmness
Collagen and elastin keep skin firm and springy, and your body makes less of both every year. Sun exposure, smoking, weight changes, and genetics speed things up. Creams can improve the surface, but they don't reach the deeper layers that actually hold skin up.
Non-surgical tightening options
CK Plastic Surgery offers several energy-based treatments that heat the tissue under the skin to trigger new collagen:
- Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to reach deeper layers for a gradual lift.
- Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency to tighten and smooth skin on the face and body.
- Sofwave and Oligio X are additional options with very little downtime.
Results build slowly over a few months as new collagen forms, and touch-up sessions help keep them.
Is it enough?
These treatments are best for mild to moderate laxity. If you have noticeable jowls or loose neck skin, a facelift will give a bigger and longer-lasting change. Dr. Kim can tell you honestly which group you fall into.
Recommended Treatment
Ultherapy
Ultherapy is the only non-invasive treatment cleared by the FDA for lifting the skin on the neck, chin, and brow, and improving lines and wrinkles on the décolletage. Ultherapy uses microfocused ultrasound to lift and tighten loose skin over time, without any downtime.
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