Is RF Skin Resurfacing a Good Treatment After Weight Loss?

Losing weight is one of the most life-changing accomplishments, leading to improved health, a better appearance, and so much more. Despite all the benefits of weight loss, however, some men and women are left feeling defeated and discouraged due to a common post-weight loss problem: loose skin. For patients with mild to moderate loose or wrinkled skin after weight loss, the revolutionary Accent Prime skin rejuvenation system may provide the opportunity to firm up loose skin without the need for cosmetic surgery.

At Mashpee Family Medicine in Mashpee, MA, board-certified physician and aesthetic expert Dr. Vimal Patel offers a wide range of nonsurgical treatments and procedures designed to help fine-tune the skin, face, and body in the most convenient way possible. Keep reading to learn more about how radiofrequency skin treatments may be the missing link in your weight loss journey.

Why is my skin wrinkled after losing weight?

When we’re young, our skin has a plentiful supply of collagen and elastin – two essential components of firm, supple, elastic skin. This allows the skin to “snap back” to a newly slimmed contour after weight loss. With age, our body’s supply of collagen and elastin naturally dwindles, making it much more difficult – and sometimes impossible – for the skin to return to its original firmness following weight loss. Even in younger patients with relatively good skin elasticity, extreme weight loss may result in loose, hanging skin if they have been overweight for many years, as the skin often becomes excessively and permanently stretched during that time.

How can I tighten my skin after weight loss?

Once you have been at or near your goal weight for at least 6 – 12 months and have noticed that your skin is still loose and wrinkled, it is likely that it will not improve much more on its own. At this time, it may be appropriate to consider your options for professional skin tightening. Specifically for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity and wrinkles after weight loss, radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening with Accent Prime can be a fantastic option. With RF skin tightening, patients can stimulate their body’s natural production of collagen and elastin from within, leading to significantly smoother, firmer, more youthful-looking skin. RF skin tightening after weight loss is a fantastic option for treating loose skin on the:

• Abdomen
• Arms
• Back
• Flanks
• Thighs
• Buttocks

It is important to note that RF skin tightening is most appropriate and effective for patients who are at or near their goal weight and have mild to moderate concerns regarding wrinkled, crepey, or loose skin. Patients with significant skin laxity, including hanging skin folds, may be better suited to skin removal surgery.

What’s the difference between RF skin tightening and skin resurfacing?

RF skin resurfacing is also a popular and exciting skin rejuvenation solution. While RF skin resurfacing can help to minimize fine lines and wrinkles, it is primarily designed to treat sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and other concerns regarding the complexion of the face. During your initial consultation for skin tightening treatments, our knowledgeable team will explain all of your options in detail, answer any questions you may have, and create a customized treatment plan that can help you best achieve your desired outcome.

Cross the finish line in your weight loss journey with RF skin tightening in Mashpee, MA

Losing weight is something you should be proud of, and you should certainly be able to enjoy the results of all your hard work. If mild to moderate skin laxity after weight loss is holding you back, we can help. Take the first step toward reaching your goals by calling Mashpee Family Medicine to schedule your private consultation for RF skin tightening in Mashpee, MA with board-certified physician Dr. Vimal Patel today.