Technological advances are part of every physician's routine. To offer the best to our patients, we must always stay attentive to every innovation and every new step medicine takes toward the evolution of procedures.
If you follow us here and on social media, you know that we constantly talk about the use of various technologies and the benefits they offer. But how about approaching the subject differently? Do you know the purpose of using Morpheus 8, or the difference between the Fractional CO² Laser and low-frequency lasers? Next, I will explain how these devices help improve skin tone, combat laxity, and enhance postoperative results. Shall we begin?
Layers of the skin
First of all, it is worth reviewing a few concepts. The skin has three distinct layers, which play an essential role in its health and appearance: the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis.
Below, I briefly outline the definition of each one, according to the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.
Epidermis – This is the outermost layer of the skin, visible to the naked eye. Its main function is to protect the body against external damage. The epidermis contains the cells that produce melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color.
Dermis – This is the intermediate layer of the skin, made up of collagen fibers, elastin, and colloidal gel, which give the skin tone, elasticity, and balance, as well as a large number of blood vessels and nerve endings.
Hypodermis – This is the third and final layer of the skin, made up mainly of fat cells. For this reason, its thickness can vary according to each person's build. It supports and attaches the first two layers to the body and is also responsible for maintaining body temperature.
How the technologies work
When we combine different technologies, we have one main goal: to treat the skin in all three of its layers.
Do you know why? This is precisely what provides a much more natural and long-lasting result. Let me use a very simple analogy: is there any point in just painting a wall if it has cracks caused by structural problems? First, you need to find the source of the problem, fix it in the deeper layers, then repair the outer part and, only then, paint it. If the paint is applied over the cracks, without any care for the underlying parts, chances are the job will soon have to be redone. Right? The same happens with our skin. It would not be advisable to treat only the most superficial layer if the deeper ones also need attention. And that is where technology comes in.
Morpheus 8 microneedling radiofrequency works on the hypodermis, performing a treatment known as vulcanization. This procedure increases skin firmness by stimulating collagen production in deeper layers, providing more support.
Able to reach a depth of up to 4 mm in the face, Morpheus has gold tips with 24 to 40 pins that penetrate the subdermal tissue, dissolving fat cells and delivering controlled energy to treat laxity.
Second, we come to the Fractional CO² Laser, which targets the dermis. Its use improves skin tone and stimulates collagen production, helping to promote a younger, healthier appearance. These two technologies can be used during surgical procedures such as blepharoplasty, canthopexy, or eyebrow lift.
Finally, usually some time after surgery, we use low-intensity lasers such as Thulium and Erbium to treat the superficial layer, the epidermis. These lasers complement the recovery process, improving skin texture and quality.
Surgery and technology
Combining technologies with facial surgical procedures has brought remarkable results.
We have seen that, even after skin is removed from the eyelids and eyebrows, for example, it is common for patients to notice some residual laxity. In these cases, it is wear caused not only by excess skin, but also by natural aging, hormonal conditions, and the care taken throughout life.
And it is precisely to combat this laxity and ensure superior aesthetic results that we integrate these different technologies into surgery.
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
