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Monopolar radiofrequency tissue tightening-how we do it in our practice.

Burns AJ, Holden SG

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (AJB), Dallas, Texas 75390‐9132.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Monopolar radiofrequency has emerged as the standard for non-surgical tissue tightening. However, its role, usefulness, and value remains unclear to many clinicians. Techniques and treatment parameters used by various practitioners can also be highly variable. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS: The role of monopolar radiofrequency in our cosmetic plastic surgery practice will be defined and discussed. Our treatment algorithm will also be outlined. RESULTS: Treatment guidelines and reasonable expectations will be offered based on over 5 years of clinical and research experience with monopolar radiofrequency technology. CONCLUSIONS: Monopolar radiofrequency technology plays a unique and well-defined role in our practice. Strict patient selection in conjunction with detailed, honest, informed consent are the keys to successful treatments and patient satisfaction. Lasers Surg. Med. 38:575-579, 2006. (c) 2006 Wiley-Liss, Inc.

Published 19 July 2006 in Lasers Surg Med, 38(6): 575-579.
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