Cosmetic surgery is a term that can drum up all kinds of images of celebrities, oversized features and botched procedures and while you’d be forgiven for thinking that way a decade or so ago, recent years have seen incredible improvements. Surgical procedures come with minimal scarring, and improved aftercare and there’s even the option to forgo a surgical procedure completely yet reach a similar result. Non-surgical – or non-invasive – surgeries have become a popular choice for thousands of patients across the globe, from laser hair removal at their local clinic to nose shaping Richmond services. Here, we’ve decided to take a look into just how they’re changing the industry for the better.
What Does Non-Invasive Mean?
‘Non-invasive’ essentially means any procedure that doesn’t require the breaking of skin in any form. However, in terms of cosmetic surgery, this term is used a little more loosely to include anything injections – in short, anything that requires the minimal breaking of the skin, such as with a needle, that also requires very little, if any downtime tend to be included under the same umbrella. Whatever the case, these procedures have made it possible for patients to get the results that they want without needing to go under the knife or take out any extended periods of downtime.
With that in mind, there are some non-invasive treatments that have grown in popularity more than others and we’re taking a look at a few of them below.
Derma Fillers
Derma fillers, or frankly any kind of injectable, has been used for everything from chin shaping and nose modelling to lip fillers and wrinkle reduction. Depending on the effect you’re looking for and what your body would best handle, your surgeon or practitioner will help you decide which will be best for you. These procedures typically come without the need for any downtime and are practically painless depending on the area that you have chosen to target.
Laser Treatments
Whether you’re looking for hair removal, tattoo removal, a quick facelift, skin remodelling or even skin resurfacing, lasers can do it all and usually without the need for downtime – do you see a pattern here? These treatments are not only completely non-invasive but in most cases, one session can be completed in under an hour. We live in an increasingly busy world, so the availability of a quick and simple procedure that has practically no downtime is perfect for those with an otherwise full schedule. Laser treatments are making cosmetic surgery accessible, quick and with ongoing improvements, safe too.
Radiofrequency
Radiofrequency can be a great way to get a fresher, youthful look without the need for a full facelift or any harsh skin treatments. Wrinkles, uneven skin, fine lines and general dullness can all be treated with radiofrequency skin tightening and for those with cellulite, you’re also in luck! This procedure essentially uses heat to trigger collagen production in your skin, which effectively works to naturally tighten your skin and reduce pore size. Once again, you can return to your daily activity instantly if you so choose, and with most treatments only taking around 45 minutes, you could fit it into your lunch break if you so choose.
Non-invasive treatments have changed the cosmetic surgery industry, and arguably for the better. With the opportunity to ‘pop in’ for a quick appointment and walk out with your ‘problem areas’ fixed or on their way to being fixed, what are you waiting for? Will you give it a try?