Your face begins to lose its natural elasticity with time, as a result of old age. You start to develop wrinkles and sagging skin, which can be especially noticeable on your chin and jawline.
Even though you are living a healthy lifestyle, your face is still losing its natural elastin and collagen.
The solution, then, is to opt for a facelift. You don’t need to get cosmetic surgery, either, as there are plenty of new innovative treatments that can assist with this. Of course, a professional must always perform them.
Self-confidence is incredibly important, and a few procedures that will allow you to obtain your youthful look again include Botox, fillers, HIFU and thread lift.
Remember:
If you look good, you feel good!
Botox
Botox has been around for a number of years, and even if you have never thought about getting it yourself, you will have heard of it at some point in your life. It is a non-surgical treatment, and it is primarily used to reduce wrinkles and fine lines on your face.
A botulinum toxin is used in Botox injections, and countless people undergo this treatment every year.
Fillers
Fillers, commonly known as dermal fillers, are injection-type treatments that are inserted in your skin. This is specifically designed to give the contour of your face a more refined look and to reduce wrinkles.
It is yet another non-surgical process given the fact that the fillers use a substance that is naturally found in your body. Your skin will be revitalised in the process, and the gel that is used is tissue-friendly for your face.
HIFU
HIFU is known as high intensity focused ultrasound, and this treatment uses ultrasound energy in order to remedy your body’s tissue, both in terms of tightening and skin lifting. This process boosts your collagen production, and it also assists in regenerating your existing collagen levels and rejuvenating your tissue.
This treatment is very quick and easy, making it a favourable option for many people. A professional uses a handheld device, while you are placed in a resting position until the procedure is complete.
Thread lift
A thread lift is just as its name would imply. A surgeon won’t remove any part of your loose skin, but instead, it will be suspended through stitching. You are left with a lift to your skin that looks natural. Of course, it’s essential that a reputable cosmetic professional or another qualified medical practitioner completes this process.
Everyone wants to look his or her best, no matter how old they are. You want to look in the mirror and feel happy with how you have been able to maintain your youthful appearance throughout the years. The very best way of achieving this is, of course, through certain treatments and procedures, such as the ones outlined here. If you are unhappy with how many wrinkles you have, or the fact that your skin has been sagging, consider booking an appointment with a professional, even if it’s just for a consultation, at first, to find out what your best option is.
Dr Usman Qureshi (Dr Q) is a leading expert in aesthetic medicine with a 22 year career and a background spanning general practice, including A&E, and 12 years specialising in cosmetic procedures. A University of Glasgow graduate of 2002, he is the innovator behind the signature Q Lift, has performed over 20,000 procedures, and is an international speaker and trainer whose work has featured in Glamour and Harpers Bazaar.
