Sometimes, the smallest things bother us the most. Whether it’s sagging eyelids, bra fat, or hanging knees, these little issues can have a significant impact on our confidence. When you notice a little area that makes you feel self-conscious, suddenly it becomes all you can think about.
What if we told you that you won’t have to hide your little problem areas anymore? Even better, what if we told you we could treat those areas without surgery? Imagine getting your “eyes done” without surgery! Or a brow lift without sutures! Very soon, Clarity will be able to do just that thanks to AccuTite by InMode. AccuTite uses the same technology as FaceTite, the most advanced RFAL (radio frequency assisted lipolysis) treatment, with the best results you can receive without “undergoing the knife.” This particular technology is meant for smaller areas than FaceTite, AccuTite is able to treat these smaller areas because it delivers less energy within these smaller spaces.
Here’s everything you need to know about this latest addition to the treatments we offer at Clarity.
What is AccuTite?
AccuTite by InMode is an incredible, non-surgical skin tightening treatment. Like FaceTite, it uses RFAL, or radio frequency assisted lipolysis, technology, which tightens skin and liquefies fat cells. If needed, these small pockets of liquefied fat cells can be removed via needle aspiration. Otherwise, your body absorbs the fat cells and gets rid of them naturally. AccuTite uses a double-sided probe (or cannula), which delivers radio frequency both externally and internally. It’s essentially like shrink wrapping your skin and melting extra fat.
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What Does AccuTite Treat?
AccuTite effectively treats smaller problem areas on the face and the body. Areas of the face that can be treated include:
- Brows. Sagging brows can obscure your beautiful eyes. Not only do they age you, but they can cause you to look angry when you’re not.
- Periorbital area. This the eye area, both upper and lower lids, including the areas around them. It’s one of the first regions to show signs of aging.
- Nasolabial folds. More commonly known as “laugh lines,” the nasolabial folds are the lines that appear from each side of your nose down to each side of your mouth.
- Lower face. This refers to the lower third of your face. One common problem area here is marionette lines, or the lines that appear at the corners of your mouth and run down your chin.
- Neck. As the skin on the neck begins to sag, you can start to appear older than you really are.
Areas of the body that can be effectively treated by AccuTite include:
- Axilla bra fat. This is also called armpit fat, which can be emphasized when wearing a bra.
- Upper arms. The upper arm is a common problem area for both women and men. It’s the region going from the armpit to the elbow.
- Hands. Even the hands can begin to betray age. As the skin loses elasticity, the backs of the hands can become wrinkly.
- Abdomen. This is your belly area. Even the smallest areas of loose skin can keep you from wearing the clothes you want.
- Thighs. The thigh area, or upper parts of your legs, can develop sagging skin. While exercise can help some, there are some small areas, including some parts of the inner thighs, that just don’t respond.
- Knees. Your knees take a lot of stress, and the skin is constantly stretching. As you get older, the skin loses its ability to bounce back, which leads to sagging. Loose skin on the knees can age you, and keep you from wearing shorts.
AccuTite is perfect for patients who might need, and may not be ready for, surgery such as eyelid surgery. It can give help to tighten the skin and give you a smoother, younger-looking appearance without having to undergo the knife.
Is AccuTite Safe?
AccuTite is completely safe and has been cleared for use by the FDA. It has built-in temperature cutoffs. The technology measures the temperature of your skin during treatment and will automatically shut off the radio frequency energy if it gets too hot. This means that there’s no risk of burning your skin.
What is An AccuTite Treatment Like?
Prior to receiving treatment with AccuTite, your first step to schedule a consult to determine if you are a candidate. If you are, we schedule your treatment date, and your one week pre-procedure appointment On the day of your treatment, you are first given a local anesthetic. The cannula, or probe, is inserted under the skin at the treatment area and the electrode is placed on the surface of your skin. RF energy flows from the cannula to the electrode, liquefying fat cells and tightening your skin. The procedure itself takes anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour. Expect to see us for a follow up appointment.
What Results Can Patients Expect?
You can expect to see tighter, smoother skin in up to 6 months. And the best part? The results are permanent!
We’ll be adding AccuTite to Clarity very soon, which will enable us to treat the eyes, the brows, and more! And, we’ll be the first in Connecticut to offer this incredible treatment. With AccuTite, we’ll be able to help you deal with the smaller problem areas of your face and body. I’m a perfectionist, and my unique approach to facial anatomy ensures that all of our patients receive their best results. For more information about AccuTite, and to schedule your complimentary consultation, give us a call today!
