Titanium Lifting Side Effects? Causes and Prevention Methods for Burns and Pigmentation

The cost of one session of titanium lifting varies depending on the total energy (kJ) delivered in one session. It is commonly divided into 60kJ and 80kJ programs, and as the treatment area expands and the total energy increases, the price also rises. Derna Clinic is currently running a titanium lifting event. If you are curious about the prices for titanium lifting at Derna Clinic, please check the link below.

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Titanium lifting is a procedure where you can feel some changes right after the treatment. The wavelengths that reach deep layers instantaneously contract collagen, giving a feeling that the facial contours are refined. However, this immediate tightening may naturally decrease over time, and the actual improvement in elasticity gradually appears over the following weeks as new collagen builds up.

If you receive titanium lifting only once, the maintenance period is relatively short, around 2 to 3 months. Therefore, it is often recommended to repeat the procedure 3 to 5 times at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks to layer collagen. Once the recommended number of sessions is completed, the effects can last from 6 months to a year, and thereafter, the maintenance schedule is adjusted according to individual skin conditions. The exact number of sessions and intervals may vary depending on the degree of skin aging, so it is advisable to plan through consultation.

Titanium lifting often uses a sapphire contact cooling system that lowers the tip surface temperature to near freezing, allowing the procedure to be performed without anesthesia cream, and the pain level is generally lower compared to other lifting procedures. However, the degree of pain varies from person to person, and areas with concentrated nerves, like the jawline, may feel a slight sting. If you are sensitive to pain, it is advisable to check in advance whether anesthesia can be adjusted during the consultation.

Ultherapy uses ultrasound (HIFU) to strongly stimulate the deepest SMAS layer to lift sagging lines, while Thermage uses radiofrequency (RF) to evenly deliver heat to the dermis layer to improve skin elasticity. In contrast, titanium lifting uses three wavelengths of laser simultaneously to stimulate multiple layers from beneath the epidermis to the supporting ligament layer at once. This allows for immediate changes to be easily felt, but the maintenance of a single treatment may feel relatively shorter compared to Ultherapy or Thermage, which focus strongly on one layer. Therefore, if sagging is deep, Ultherapy or Thermage may be more suitable, while titanium lifting may be better if quick changes and shorter recovery are prioritized.

Titanium lifting is not a procedure that uses needles, so the likelihood of bruising is low, and there is usually little swelling. Temporary redness or warmth may remain immediately after the procedure, but most of the time, it subsides within a short period, allowing for immediate washing or light makeup. Because of this feature, many people seek this treatment when they want to quickly prepare for a wedding shoot or important event.

Since the diode laser originally uses wavelengths intended for hair removal, areas with developed follicles, like beards, may react more sensitively to thermal energy. Therefore, when men receive treatment on the jaw or sideburn areas, they may experience more pain than women, and often need to undergo hair removal beforehand. Conversely, if there are areas like the hairline where hair removal is not desired, the energy intensity can be reduced or protected with taping.

Titanium lifting is a laser-based treatment, so it is often performed alongside injection treatments like skin Botox, fillers, or skin boosters. Typically, it is recommended to first perform the lifting laser that delivers heat, followed by treatments like skin boosters or Botox. For volumizing treatments like fillers, it is easier to predict results if performed after confirming the lines established by the lifting.

Titanium lifting is a procedure that induces collagen production through heat delivered to the skin, so it is advisable to avoid applying ice packs or cold masks immediately after the procedure to calm the face. Forcing the heat to cool down can actually diminish the treatment effect. Additionally, activities that raise body heat, such as saunas, steam rooms, or intense exercise, should be avoided for about a week. Instead, protecting the skin with sufficient moisturizing cream and sunscreen can help with recovery and maintaining effects.