Among the many cosmetic skin treatments out there, you might have heard of the great benefits of Morpheus8. It’s a minimally invasive skin tightening treatment, which means it doesn’t involve extensive recovery times.
Both men and women can get Morpheus8 treatments to address their skin concerns, whether it be skin ageing, sun damage, or other issues. The treatment is especially useful for improving skin laxity, helping to firm and tighten ageing skin. As we get older, it’s common for the skin to lose its elasticity, due to a slow decline in collagen and elastin. Thankfully, a treatment like Morpheus8 can help to rewind the clock to a firmer and tighter skin appearance.
Before you go ahead with your Morpheus8 treatment, it will benefit you to know what the treatment involves, as well as the pros, cons, and expected results. Our staff at GC Skin want to help each and every patient understand what they can expect from their treatment. And for this reason, we’ve compiled a list of need-to-knows when it comes to Morpheus8…
Radiofrequency skin tightening treatment
The first thing to know about Morpheus8 is that it’s a radiofrequency (RF) treatment. This means it’s designed to administer RF energy into the layers of your skin. It administers this energy through microneedles, which create tiny punctures in the dermal layers. The small size of these punctures leads to stimulation of healthy activity in the skin, but without causing damage.
The treatment produces two different actions. First, the tiny injuries caused by the micro-needles work to trigger the skin’s natural healing mechanisms. The body automatically triggers collagen remodelling in response, and this helps firm and renew the skin.
Second, the RF energy stimulates healthy cell renewal and aids in the skin’s tissue remodelling. These two actions together trigger the remodelling of healthier skin, helping to reduce blemishes and signs of ageing. The skin is tightened and firmed, lifting the skin that has become lax over time.
Customisable treatment
A fact about Morpheus8 is that it’s the first FDA-approved and TGA-cleared technology that involves deep 8mm subdermal adipose tissue remodelling. This means it’s both advanced and approved by the relevant health authorities.
The nature of this technology is that it’s able to be customised to the needs and cosmetic desires of different patients. When operated by a qualified clinician, it can be adjusted to suit the specific skin issues you wish to address.
Consider your goals
Before getting any cosmetic treatment, it’s a good idea to speak to a professional. A qualified practitioner can give you advice as to whether this is a good treatment for you, or whether there’s another treatment that might be more suitable.
Whether you’re a good candidate depends on many factors. We’ll need to consider your current skin condition and health, your preferences for treatment, and your desired outcomes. This means that you should think about what you hope to get from treatment, and what your skin goals are.
Common skin concerns patients wish to address with Morpheus 8 include:
- Skin laxity and ageing
- Acne scarring
- Lines and wrinkles
- Stretch marks
- Skin health and quality
- Textural issues
- Other skin irregularities
Consider the pros and cons
Like any treatment, there are pros and cons to consider. You might have heard good things about Morpheus 8, and you may be enthusiastic to target a skin concern with a minimally invasive method. The treatment has a good track record, and most patients are very happy with their results.
But you should also think about the side effects, as your skin will need to recover from the treatment before you begin to see the results. You might notice some temporary redness, swelling, or flaking. These shouldn’t be too much of a concern and should fade on their own. If you have more severe side effects, contact your clinician.
Choose a reputable clinic for Morpheus8
To help you get the most out of your Morpheus 8 treatment experience, you should be diligent about choosing a reputable clinic. The success of your treatment, and your satisfaction afterwards, is largely in the hands of your practitioner who will perform it. You should make sure they are experienced and have the proper qualifications.
If you choose GC Skin for your Morpheus 8 treatment, you can rest assured that our staff are properly trained and qualified. We aim to give each patient the care and attention they need to have a positive experience and get satisfying results.
Interested in Morpheus 8 skin tightening? Learn more from our treatment page, or book a consultation for a one-on-one meeting with us!