our practice
- Michael W. Steppie, MD
- Debra Grayman, MD
- Natalie Jenkins, ARNP-C, MSN
- Michael Siino, MPAS, PA-C
- Mario MonteLeone, MPAS, PA-C
- Cheryl Abrams, PA-C
- Christopher Wolfe, , PA-C
contact information
- Associates In Dermatology- Michael W. Steppie, MD
- 7932 W. Sand Lake Rd.
- Suite 202
- Orlando, Florida 34819
- Tel: 407-846-7546
- Fax: 321-206-5419
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- Kissimmee
- 725 E. Oak St.
- Kissimmee, FL 34744
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- 3106 17th Street
- St. Cloud, FL 34769
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- 400 Celebration Place
- Suite A-120
- Celebration, FL 34747
- Tel: 407-303-4170
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- 2205 N. Blvd. West
- Davenport, FL 33837
- Tel: 863-421-4158
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- 7824 Lake Underhill Rd.
- Suite J
- Orlando, FL 32822
- Tel: 407-239-7546
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- 530 Ocoee Commerce Parkway
- Ocoee, FL 34761
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- 106 Boston Ave.
- Suite 100
- Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
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- 1120 Citrus Tower Blvd.
- Suite 125
- Clermont, FL 34711
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Tissue Tightening
What is tissue tightening?
Tissue tightening is a procedure that heats the skin to cause collagen contraction and stimulate new collagen production. It is non-surgical and helps tighten or lift sagging or wrinkled skin.
What areas of the body is it used for?
Tissue tightening most commonly treats the face and neck, improving the look of cheeks, forehead, jowls, and eyes. It is also effective in tightening the skin in the abdomen, arms, legs, and buttocks. The results aren’t as dramatic as surgical procedures like facelifts, but it does provide comparably modest results for those who can’t or choose not to have surgery.
What should I expect during the procedure?
Although you may experience some pain or discomfort during the procedure, it usually goes away right afterward. Your doctor can provide pain medication beforehand to prevent such symptoms and put you at ease.
Tissue tightening is a procedure that requires no down time, and the only visible after-effect, slightly reddened skin, can usually be concealed and treated with cosmetics or sunscreen.
When should I expect results?
It may take up to six months to see complete results, as that’s how long it takes for your body to build new collagen.
Are there complications?
Minor, occasional complications from tissue tightening include slightly reddened skin and some swelling and tenderness. More rarely, some patients may experience burning or blistering, which may create a scar or depression in the skin. Such side effects are extremely rare.
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