Tissue Tightening

Tissue tightening refers to treatment approaches aimed at improving skin tension and reducing laxity. A distinction can be made between surgical and non-surgical methods. Surgical tightening procedures involve the removal of excess skin and repositioning of the underlying connective tissue. Examples include facelifts, abdominoplasty, and upper arm lifts. Tightening is achieved mechanically through redistribution and fixation of the tissue. Non-surgical or minimally invasive tightening procedures work by means of physical stimuli, such as radiofrequency or focused ultrasound. These techniques generate controlled heat within the tissue. The collagen fibres in the tissue contract, and the production of new collagen and elastin is additionally stimulated. The effect is more moderate than that of surgical procedures; however, it can be beneficial in cases of early-onset skin laxity.