FAQs

These facial treatments may hurt depending on the tolerance of the patient. For example, patients may feel uncomfortable due to the tingling sensation from chemical peels and laser treatments. Your provider will discuss discomfort expectations and anaesthesia options with you during your consultation.

The results may vary depending on the starting skin condition of the patient and how the patient’s skin responds to the treatment. Your provider will offer an average timeline for seeing results during your consultation.

The cost of a treatment depends on the plan that our medical professionals create for a specific patient. The cost of your treatment will be clearly outlined for you before you decide to proceed.

We take pride in our service, that is why all our procedures are done under the supervision and care of a licensed medical professional.

Because PicoWay targets pigment without damaging the surrounding skin, side effects are typically transient and mild. The most common side effects include swelling, redness, tingling, pinpoint bleeding or purplish spots. Low to no downtime is expected.

Side effects include swelling, redness, tingling sensation and pinpoint bleeding. Please keep your skin clean and avoid rubbing and touching the treated area. You may resume the use of cosmetics within a day of treatment. Diligent sun protection is always recommended.

The results depend on how your skin reacts to the treatment. Some patients exhibit improvement after the first session while other patients need multiple sessions.

Vbeam has a low incidence of side effects. Lasers have demonstrated a long track record of safety and efficacy when used by an experienced, fully qualified physician. Your doctor will discuss all potential risks and side effects of the Vbeam Prima laser with you prior to treatment.

This procedure should be done with four week intervals in between sessions.

Side effects may include slight swelling or skin redness in the treated area that typically resolves within a day or two. A small subset of patients may experience mild darkening or bruising that typically lasts for three to 10 days. Your doctor will advise you of any post-treatment restrictions and recommendations.

CO2RE is a fractional laser that minimises patient downtime and complications compared to fully ablative lasers. The treated area will initially feel raw and be red and slightly swollen. You may use cool compresses and OTC medications to ease any discomfort. Keep your skin moisturised during the healing process and always use a broad spectrum SPF for protection.

After the treatment, the skin will feel swollen and raw. A cool compress can be applied to the affected area to reduce discomfort.

Accent Prime is considered a safe treatment for all skin types and for delicate body areas when it is administered by a properly trained and experienced provider. However, all treatments have risks. Side effects such as bruising, blistering and discolouration may occur.

Side effects such as bruising, blistering and discolouration may occur.

Some patients can achieve a satisfying result with one or two Accent Prime sessions. However, many need a series of several treatments, followed by regular maintenance sessions once or twice per year.. The typical recommended initial protocol is about 4 to 6 sessions.

There will be a brief heating sensation when the tip of the device touches your skin. The energy pulses last only a few seconds, and your clinician will monitor the intensity to ensure the treatment never feels too unpleasant for you. Thermage FLX includes an integrated cooling system that cools your skin’s surface for enhanced comfort.

The effect of the treatment can last from 1 to 2 years depending on your skin’s aging process. It is best to follow the physician’s aftercare advice to sustain the effect of the treatment.

There is a slight heating sensation that can be felt during the treatment. This is the ultrasound energy being delivered to the skin.

There may be some redness and/or swelling after the treatment, which generally resolves in a few hours. Patients are free to resume regular activities immediately if they are comfortable with their appearance.

Some patients experience bruising, numbness, soreness or tingling in the treated area. These side effects are less common, but out of an abundance of caution, Ultherapy may not be recommended just before a big event or special occasion.

Lifting procedures work in elevating and smoothing loose skin and softening wrinkles. Surgical and non-surgical lifting procedures may differ in execution but both procedures can achieve results to some degree.

Generally, non-surgical lifting procedures can last from 6 months to more than a year while surgical lifting may last longer, for multiple years. This depends on the natural ageing process of the skin. It is best to understand that our skin ages as we grow older and cosmetic treatments can only slow down the visible impact of this process but not eliminate it.

All our lifting procedures are customized to the needs of the patients, hence there is no fixed price on the treatment.

Bruising, redness and swelling may be seen after treatments for non-surgical lifting. Allergic reactions may also occur with some treatments, so it is important to inform the physician of any allergens that may trigger an attack. Bacterial infection may happen with minimally invasive procedures, so it is important to follow the aftercare advice that the physician will give after the procedure.

Both options can lift loose skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Some patients prefer shorter-lived non-surgical procedures to avoid going “under the knife”, while some patients prefer a surgical operation for a longer-lasting effect despite the additional risks and downtime.