Skin Tightening

If unwanted skin sagging and loss of firmness have made you lose confidence in your body, skilled dermatologist Oge Onwudiwe, MD, FAAD, offers skin tightening at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics in Alexandria, Virginia. To schedule a consultation to discuss nonsurgical skin tightening with Dr. Onwudiwe, call the office or book online today.

Does skin tightening require surgery?

Skin tightening can refer to different types of treatments that give you tighter, smoother skin. Some of these do require surgery, but you can rest easy — at Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics, Dr. Onwudiwe’s extensive understanding of skin makes her an expert in nonsurgical skin tightening, and she is a compassionate provider who can put you at ease.

How do I know if I need skin tightening?

You might benefit from skin tightening if you notice an overall loss in skin quality you want to address or have mild or moderate sagging or loose skin on your body, neck, or face.

Over time, your skin begins losing collagen from year to year. This naturally occurring protein gives your skin its structure and firmness, so as it decreases, your skin wrinkles and struggles to maintain the fight against gravity. If you’ve noticed unwanted changes, schedule a consultation with Dr. Onwudiwe for your peace of mind.

How does skin tightening work?

For nonsurgical skin tightening, Dr. Onwudiwe may recommend:

Microneedling

Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that uses tiny needles to carefully prick your skin. Your body responds to this disruption by ramping up your collagen production to treat the perceived wound.

This treatment is particularly useful for the face, and in addition to tightening your skin, it can reduce discoloration from scars, acne, dark spots, and large pores.

Radiofrequency (RF) skin tightening

RF skin tightening uses low-frequency electromagnetic waves at safe levels to penetrate your skin’s deeper layers with controlled heat energy. This stimulates the production of healthy new cells, boosts collagen and elastin levels, and gives your skin better flexibility and strength.

RF microneedling

This procedure combines microneedling and RF to create controlled microinjuries to your skin and further stimulate new collagen, elastin, and skin growth.

How many skin tightening treatments can I get?

Dr. Onwudiwe will carefully personalize your skin tightening treatment plan, so your number of treatments will depend on your skin concerns. For optimal results, she can recommend a series of treatments.

You can expect results lasting several months, and you can return for maintenance treatments to promote your skin’s health and firmness. To schedule a skin tightening consultation, reach out to Cutis Center for Dermatology and Aesthetics by phone or book online today.