Combating facial sagging: Sciton Laser treatments for firmer, younger-looking skin
- Dra. Vera Matos
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- 3 min read
Facial sagging is one of the major challenges that accompanies the aging process. Over time, the skin's supporting structures lose firmness, causing some areas of the face to droop, mainly in the cheeks, jawline, and eyelids. Furthermore, factors such as sudden weight changes, sun exposure, and genetic predisposition can intensify this condition.
For those seeking to prevent or restore skin firmness without resorting to invasive surgical procedures, Sciton technologies are an excellent alternative. At Instituto Face Mi, the only aesthetic medicine clinic in Braga to offer these innovative solutions, you will find the ideal treatment to recover facial tone and elasticity.
Why does skin become saggy?
Sagging skin is related to a natural decrease in collagen and elastin production, as well as changes in the subcutaneous fat layer. As we age, there is a redistribution of this fat, leading to the loss of youthful facial contours. Other factors include:
Excessive sun exposure: UV radiation damages the skin's supporting fibers.
Weight fluctuations: repeated weight gain and loss cause stretching and contraction of tissues.
Smoking: impairs cellular nutrition and accelerates collagen degradation.
Lifestyle habits: a diet low in protein, a sedentary lifestyle, and lack of hydration also have an influence.
Sciton technologies that aid in skin firmness: SkinTyte™ (BBL): technology based on high-power infrared light, promoting controlled heating in the outermost layers of the skin. This heating stimulates the contraction of existing collagen and induces the synthesis of new fibers, gradually improving firmness.
Halo™: the fractional hybrid laser acts in a complementary way, refining texture and stimulating collagen remodeling in deeper layers, which directly impacts the appearance of sagging skin.
ProFractional Therapy™: creates microchannels in the skin for more intense tissue stimulation, leading to reorganization and collagen production in the deeper layers.
Advantages of Sciton procedures for facial sagging.
Non-invasive or minimally invasive: these eliminate the need for incisions or long recovery periods.
Quick recovery: in most cases, the patient can resume their normal activities within a few days.
Personalized treatment: the protocol is adjusted according to the needs and condition of each patient.
Progressive results: the collagen-stimulating effect continues to work for weeks after the procedure, amplifying the gains over time.
What is a treatment session like?
At Instituto Face Mi, a complete clinical evaluation is performed to understand the degree of sagging and define the most appropriate treatment. Depending on the size of the area and the type of technology chosen, each session lasts between 30 and 90 minutes. Often, a combination of techniques (for example, SkinTyte™ + Halo™) is recommended to enhance results, treating both superficially and deeply at the same time.
During the application, you may feel a sensation of warmth and slight discomfort on the skin, but this is usually not something that requires complex anesthesia. In cases of greater sensitivity, topical anesthetics or skin cooling can be used. After the session, it is normal to have redness or mild swelling, which usually improves within 24 to 48 hours.
Maintenance and care
To maintain the results achieved, it is important to follow healthy habits:
Use sunscreen daily.
Maintain a balanced diet rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Drink plenty of water.
Regular physical exercise is important because it contributes to blood circulation and tissue nutrition.
As recommended by the Face Mi team, sessions can be repeated annually or at shorter intervals, depending on the degree of sagging and the lifestyle of each patient.
Key features of Instituto Face Mi, an Aesthetic Medicine clinic in Braga.
The biggest advantage of choosing Instituto Face Mi lies not only in access to state-of-the-art Sciton equipment, but mainly in the expertise of the team and the personalization of protocols. The clinic is recognized for offering comprehensive care, accompanying the patient through all stages of treatment, from planning to post-procedure.
As the Instituto Face Mi is the only Aesthetic Medicine clinic in Braga to offer Sciton solutions, this guarantees exclusivity and safety, since all work is based on scientific evidence and the most advanced techniques in facial rejuvenation.
Are you interested in preventing and treating facial sagging safely and effectively? Schedule your consultation at the Instituto Face Mi to learn about the Sciton solutions best suited to your needs. We are the only aesthetic medicine clinic in Braga that brings together these exclusive technologies, ready to restore firmness and youthfulness to your skin!
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