HIFU, short for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound, is a non-invasive treatment that can be used to target loose skin on the body. HIFU body treatment stimulates collagen production and regenerates tissue, helping to tighten and lift loose skin. If you’re experiencing loose or sagging skin on the stomach, legs, arms or any other body part, you might be a suitable candidate for HIFU body skin tightening, also known as HIFU body sculpting. The Greville Clinic offers HIFU for loose skin at our South Yarra clinic, using state-of-the-art HIFU technology to achieve effective results.
Loose skin is most commonly experienced on the body as a result of the natural ageing process. The passage of time leads to a decline in the production of collagen and elastin, two vital components of the skin that provide elasticity.
Loose skin may also be experienced after losing a large amount of weight in a short period of time. When weight is lost too rapidly, the skin can fail to snap back, instead becoming loose and sagging.
Additionally, loose skin can be caused by excess sun exposure. Harmful UV rays can lead to premature cell death, which hampers elastin and collagen production.
HIFU body treatment uses ultrasound technology, directing high frequency waves beneath the skin. This causes the tissue to vibrate and heat up, which leads to the contraction of muscle and surrounding tissue. While this heat isn’t enough to cause damage to the skin, it does stimulate the body’s natural production of collagen, helping to tighten and tone the skin. HIFU treatment is able to penetrate deeper than laser treatments, making it a good option for anyone looking for an effective skin tightening treatment.
Prior to your HIFU body treatment, our nurse will speak with you to determine your problem areas and find out if HIFU is a suitable option. Depending on how loose the skin is and the specific concern being targeted, i.e. whether you’re seeking HIFU tummy tightening or neck tightening, we might recommend multiple treatment sessions. Our nurse will be able to provide you with an estimated number of sessions in your initial consultation.
Most people tolerate the treatment well, but settings can be adjusted to ensure your comfort. After the treatment, you may experience mild redness in the treated area, however no downtime is needed. This means you can get on with your day immediately after your HIFU body sculpting treatment.
At The Greville Clinic, we can provide HIFU skin tightening for the stomach, neck, décolletage, arms, buttocks, flanks, thighs, inner knees and the under bra area. If you’ve noticed loose skin in any of these areas, HIFU body contouring could help you to achieve your desired results.
If you’re interested in HIFU for loose skin on the body, arrange a consultation at The Greville Clinic to find out more. We can answer any questions you may have about HIFU body skin tightening and provide you with an estimate of the treatment cost.