The Use of RF in Premature Jowl and Neck Laxity Following Facialplasty

Exclusion Criteria

• •Pacemaker or internal defibrillator, or any other active electrical implant anywhere in the body.
• •The Handpiece should be used at least 1cm away from cochlear implants in the ear.
• •Superficial permanent implant in the treated area such as metal plates and screws, metal piercing, silicone implants or an injected chemical substance.
• •Current or history of skin cancer (remission of 5 years), or current condition of any other type of cancer, or pre-malignant moles.
• •Severe concurrent conditions, such as cardiac disorders, epilepsy, uncontrolled hypertension, and liver or kidney diseases.
• •Pregnancy and nursing.
• •History of bleeding coagulopathies or use of anticoagulants
• •Impaired immune system due to immunosuppressive diseases such as AIDS and HIV or use of immunosuppressive medications.
• •Poorly controlled endocrine disorders, such as diabetes or thyroid dysfunction and hormonalvirilization.
• •Any active condition in the treatment area, such as sores, psoriasis, eczema, and rash.
• •History of skin disorders, keloids, abnormal wound healing, as well as very dry and fragile skin.
• •Use of Isotretinoin (Accutane®) within 6 months prior to treatment.
• •Any surgery or treatment such as laser or chemicals in treated area within 3-6 months prior to treatment or before complete healing.
• •Allergies, in particular to anesthesia.
• •Mental disorders such as Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
• •As per the practitioner's discretion, refrain from treating any condition that might make it unsafe for the patient.