Do you have acne scars or signs of aging that you want to reduce without surgery? Morpheus8 is a minimally invasive treatment that involves no surgery. Patients enjoy the results from treatment without any downtime or healing time. If you want to learn more about this treatment, contact Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center and schedule a consultation with us in California in Healdsburg or Ukiah or Indiana in Danville, Noblesville, or Shelbyville.
What is Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is a treatment that contours the face and increases collagen production without surgery. Patients will experience healthy and youthful skin through this minimally invasive treatment. The treatment device allows specialists to get a uniform treatment effect with no damage to the skin. The treatment can rebuild and resurface the skin while also tightening lax skin. It does all this without causing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
How Does Morpheus8 Work?
A highly innovative approach to noninvasive skin resurfacing, Morpheus8 leverages the power of two anti-aging treatments at once to deliver comprehensive results with minimal downtime. The two technologies are microneedling and radiofrequency energy. Microneedling entails the use of very fine needles—in this case, up to 4 millimeters long—to create many tiny “micro injuries” in the skin. These controlled injuries stimulate the body’s natural healing process, which involves laying down more elastin and collagen.
The second layer of Morpheus8 treatment involves the application of radiofrequency (RF) energy. During the treatment, RF energy is gently applied to the tissues, gradually heating the skin. This allows several important processes to take place, including stimulating collagen production, contouring the treatment area, and most of all, creating a skin-tightening effect.
Combining these two approaches allows Morpheus8 to create more well-rounded, longer-lasting results. Central to this treatment’s effectiveness is the role of collagen, which we’ve already mentioned multiple times. You can think of this highly abundant, structural protein as the beams and pillars that give the skin its shape, while at the same time allowing for elasticity. Best of all, when collagen production is stimulated, the fibers mature over time, allowing for natural, continually improving results that last longer.
What to Expect
When you meet with our specialists at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center, we will discuss your needs and expectations. If we decide Morpheus8 will be the most beneficial treatment for your skin, we can schedule your first session. The treatment uses a device made by InMode that is designed to use two technologies at once. The device uses radiofrequency energy to tighten lax skin while using a micro-needling process to induce repair and collagen production.
Most patients may require anywhere from one to three sessions to reach their goal. A single session may require approximately an hour. After the treatment, your skin will naturally rebuild and heal, and the results should continue to improve over the next few days or weeks. The results are intended to be long-lasting, and touch-up treatments can help maintain the results.
Who Is the Ideal Candidate?
Morpheus8 is an excellent treatment for most generally healthy adults. The treatment works on a variety of skin types and can treat many conditions. Patients with busy schedules will find the treatment tempting due to the lack of downtime. The treatment does not require downtime or healing time, and most patients can return to work immediately after. Any redness after treatment should go away after a few days, and you can apply makeup within a day or two. Results will vary based on your lifestyle and skin condition.
Prep and Aftercare Guidelines
While Morpheus8 is a minimally invasive and highly accommodating procedure for many different patient groups, it’s still important to follow certain guidelines both before and after your treatment to maximize safety and efficacy. It’s important to consult with a professional provider when establishing prep and aftercare best practices, as each person is a unique case.
Before your treatment, you may be advised to:
- Avoid taking blood thinners as directed
- Avoid irritating the skin with products or other cosmetic procedures
- Minimize exposure to the sun
- Inform your provider about any skin infections, cold sores, or other issues affecting the area
- Immediately before your treatment, clean the area and provide any topical agents as issued by your provider
After your treatment, you may be advised to:
- Apply one or more post-treatment topicals on a daily basis
- Minimize sun exposure for at least 2 weeks
- Apply sunscreen of at least SPF 30 regularly
- Wait several months prior to assessing results
Curious about whether or not you may be fit for Morpheus8? Contact Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center, and we will carefully assess your options.
What Are the Benefits?
The combined benefits of radiofrequency therapy and microneedling create an incredible skin treatment. This treatment may provide benefits like:
- Tighten skin around the neck and chin
- Reduce the visibility of lines and creases
- Smooth rough skin and reveal more youthful skin
- Encourage the natural rebuilding of skin
- Increase the production of collagen
Morpheus8 Microneedling Treatment involves no anesthesia, injections, or surgery. Best of all, your results will reveal themselves naturally. They are a result of tapping into the natural abilities of your own body.
How Long Do the Results Last?
The majority of people enjoy results for as long as 1 to 3 years following a Morpheus8 treatment plan. Where you land in that window depends largely on several factors, many of which you can control. For example, practicing consistent skin care and minimizing sun exposure can considerably prolong your results.
There are also several factors unique to each person’s physical makeup that can affect how long Morpheus8 results last. For example, your skin type, age, lifestyle (smoking, drinking, sleep habits, etc.), and immune system strength can all help or harm the duration of your results.
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Morpheus8 Frequently Asked Questions
Can Morpheus8 Be Combined With Other Cosmetic Treatments?
For even more well-rounded results, Morpheus8 can in fact be combined with other cosmetic treatments, including injectables (both neurotoxins and fillers), blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), liposuction, other radiofrequency treatments like FaceTite, pulsed light treatments, and laser resurfacing treatments, to name a few. Minimally invasive Morpheus8 treatments can be plugged into many comprehensive cosmetic treatment plans to create stunning and sustainable results.
How Many Morpheus8 Treatments Are Recommended?
Depending on the severity of your targeted issues (fine lines, sagging skin, etc.), whether or not you’re pairing Morpheus8 with other cosmetic treatments, and several other factors, most providers will recommend between 2 to 4 sessions in total. Sessions are often spaced between 1 to 2 months apart. Consulting with your provider will help to determine the ideal number of Morpheus8 treatments for you.
How Much Does Morpheus8 Treatment Cost?
Depends heavily on the amount of surface area to be treated. Additional factors that can affect price include geographic location, consultation and facility fees, any additional services performed, and more. Consulting with both your provider and insurance early on in the process will help you to establish a clear understanding of how much you can expect to be charged (and whether or not insurance will cover treatment).
Is Morpheus8 Covered by Insurance?
In the majority of cases, Morpheus8 is not covered by major insurance carriers. This is because it is considered an elective cosmetic procedure. However, some aspects of the procedure may be considered medically necessary in some cases. Either way, it never hurts to check with your insurance carrier to verify whether or not they would offer any coverage for Morpheus8.
What Is the Ideal Age Range for Morpheus8 Treatment?
Typically, natural collagen production begins to slow down as one ages into their mid-20s and early 30s. Consequently, this is when fine lines and sagging skin can first begin to manifest. Naturally, these issues intensify with age, making Morpheus8 an ideal treatment for people as young as 30 and as old as 60 or older.
Is Morpheus8 Painful?
The majority of patients report mild to moderate discomfort during Morpheus8 treatment. The application of the microneedles is often described as causing prickly, pinching, and/or warm sensations. Every patient is different, with some reporting no pain at all and others reporting greater discomfort. Topical numbing creams can be used to nullify any potential discomfort. After the treatment, it’s rare to have any tingling sensations, swelling, or soreness persist beyond a few hours.
Get a More Youthful Face
Morpheus8 Microneedling is a safe and non-invasive way to get youthful and healthy skin. If you are ready for long-lasting skin rejuvenation, contact us today at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center and schedule your consultation. Michele Zormeier, MD, and her professionals serve California with locations in Noblesville, IN, Shelbyville, IN, Danville, IL, Healdsburg, CA, and Ukiah, CA. We offer safe and effective cosmetic treatments to improve your confidence and life.
