Non-ablative skin tightening with radiofrequency in Asian skin

Non-ablative skin tightening with radiofrequency in Asian skin
9 Feb 2005
Nobuharu Kushikata, MD *, Kei Negishi, Yukiko Tezuka, Kaori Takeuchi, Shingo Wakamatsu
Lasers in Surgery and Medicine

Abstract
Background and Objectives
The recent successful application of radiofrequency (RF) in non-ablative skin tightening for skin laxity has attracted attention worldwide. The efficacy and clinical effect of RF were assessed in Asian skin, with additional study on the duration of the effect and any complications.
Study Design/Materials and Methods
Eighty-five Japanese females were enrolled in the study for treatment of nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and sagging jowls with 6-month follow-up.