Sofwave™
HELPING YOU LIVE LIFE MORE BEAUTIFULLYHeadingSofwave™ is a non-invasive aesthetic treatment that can lift and smooth sagging skin to rejuvenate your appearance. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Quenby Erickson and her team of registered nurses are top providers of Sofwave in Chicago. Patients love that this treatment delivers noticeable results without the need for downtime or any of the risks of cosmetic surgery.
What Is Sofwave?
Sofwave is a skin rejuvenation procedure that uses ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid (HA) production. Collagen and elastin are the primary proteins responsible for giving skin a tight and supple appearance. HA helps our skin retain moisture, so it looks full, plump, and youthful.
As we age, our body naturally produces less collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid (HA), which is why we start to see skin laxity, wrinkles, and other signs of aging. The body responds to Sofwave by increasing its production of these key components of healthy, youthful-looking skin, so you can enjoy visible tightening and firming effects.
Ideal Candidates
Sofwave uses ultrasound technology to boost collagen, elastin, and HA production, so it’s safe for all skin tones. This treatment is recommended for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity. Sofwave is not suitable for pregnant women.
The Treatment Session
Sofwave can be used to treat various areas of the face and neck. Treatments can take as little as 30 minutes for a smaller target area or up to two hours for a full face and neck procedure. At Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine in Chicago, Sofwave treatments are expertly performed by a highly trained registered nurse (RN).
The Sofwave system uses synchronous ultrasound parallel beam (SUPERB) technology to cause controlled thermal damage at the mid-dermis level to encourage increased production of collagen, elastin, and HA.
What Is the Cost of Sofwave Skin Tightening?
The total price of a Sofwave procedure is based on the size and location of the treatment area(s), as well as other considerations. During your consultation with Dr. Erickson, she will design a personalized treatment plan to address your concerns. The details of your treatment plan, including cost details, will be reviewed with you at that time.
What to Expect
Consultation
Before a date can be set for your Sofwave treatment session, you will need to meet with Dr. Erickson for a consultation. During your consultation, your skin tightening goals will be discussed, and Dr. Erickson will carefully examine your skin to ensure that you are a good candidate for Sofwave.
After Treatment
This FDA-cleared technology requires no downtime or recovery time after a treatment session. Mild swelling and redness can occur at the treatment site but will typically subside within a few hours.
Results
Results appear gradually as new collagen forms in the treated areas. The majority of patients who undergo Sofwave will see results in 12 weeks. Some patients have reported seeing small changes as soon as four weeks. Most patients report that their skin looks tighter and firmer for up to a year.
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If you’re ready to take action against sagging skin and reclaim a youthful look you love, contact Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine today to schedule a consultation for Sofwave in Chicago. Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine is conveniently located on the Mag Mile, just across the street from Water Tower Place.