What makes Infini different than other RF devices? The long answer can be found at my blog post. The short answer is: fractional not bulk heating, needles are insulated, needle depths are variable, coagulation occurs for maximal collagen stimulation, and the epidermis is safely protected from the heat. This allows for a very safe treatment […]
Fractional Coagulation is in, Bulk Heating is out for Radiofrequency (RF) Skin Tightening
Ever since Rox Anderson suggested that treating a portion (fraction) of skin while leaving untreated healthy tissue behind as the basis for the Fraxel Skin resurfacing laser over 10 years ago, patients have been having less downtime, less risk, and less discomfort with their laser procedures. Healing is dramatically improved because the adjacent nontreated dermis […]
Off Label Uses of the Infini – A Plethora of Potential Treatment Options – Scars, Sweat, Cellulite, Acne, Fat, Breast Lift, Knees
[youtube=http://youtu.be/08Ig4XR-q4s] [youtube=http://youtu.be/nxmE5hpMgbs] The Infini is quickly being recognized by the aesthetic physicians as a very powerful tool to tighten facial and neck skin with very little downtime (less than 36 hours). It has also proven to have an extremely low risk profile, with very few long term side effects noted, even in tan or dark skinned […]
Coagulation is Necessary For Maximum Skin Tightening; Science and Experience Prove This – INFINI is the Best Solution
It is fundamental that my patients understand the science behind their treatments. There is too much “quasi science” in the aesthetic industry that is fooling the general public. As a result, many patients are dissatisfied with their outcomes and have buyer’s remorse. Perhaps the most controversial area of the industry is with “skin tightening” procedures. After […]
Dr. Steve Weiner: “FINALLY…A Radiofrequency (RF) Skin Tightening Device that Makes Sense. Infini by Lutronic.” Includes an overview of the RF skin tightening industry.
[youtube=http://youtu.be/yoNqal9Y54Y] [youtube=http://youtu.be/8JGuWHG6n8I] [youtube=http://youtu.be/pKKAZC4RqrQ] Dr. Weiner’s White Paper on Infini (more medical terms and more detailed than blog) Dr. Weiner explains why Coagulation is so important in tightening skin Radiofrequency use in medical treatments has over a 70 year history. It has been used for multiple applications but the most exciting innovations recently have been […]
Ultherapy – Non Invasive skin tightening with no rivals
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBOBvodjTsA] Dr. Weiner answers questions about Ulthera Ulthera (or Ultherapy) was introduced in 2010 in the US. It uses ultrasound (high frequency) to cause an extremely predictable controlled injury at a certain depth (1.5, 3, 4.5mm depending on the hand piece) and a certain tissue volume. On the face, the level treated corresponds to the tissue called […]
Coolsculpting – Reducing Fat permanently with cryolipolysis
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpGXZx71Y6Y] Dr. Weiner answers questions about Coolsculpting Coolsmooth Handpiece Coolcurve Handpiece Does the idea of permanently removing fat in the love handles or abdominal area using a procedure that is completely noninvasive, only takes a couple of hours, and has no downtime appeal to you? If it does (and why wouldn’t it?), then CoolSculpting is […]
Steven F. Weiner, MD, Aesthetic Clinique; Making 30A, Destin, and Panama City Even More Beautiful
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvDtqqhL78E] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24VDYOUy-J0] Maybe a little late to blogging, but let’s give it a try. I’m Steven F. Weiner, MD, a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in the Panhandle of Florida, between Destin and Panama City. I devote my entire practice to non surgical approaches to cosmetic enhancements and have done so since 2005. My practice […]