What is Accent Radio Frequency

Accent is a painless, non-surgical treatment for cellulite reduction and skin tightening of the face and body.

Using bipolar radio frequency technology, the Accent system allows deep, controlled penetration into the tissue to eliminate fat deposits non-invasively.

This treatment is ideal for:

• Face and Neck Remodelling

• Tightening and lifting flaccid areas of the face

• Reducing wrinkles

• Increasing luminosity of the skin

• Body remodeling

• Tightening areas of loose skin on the body

• Cellulite on the arms, abdomen, buttocks, thighs

Do I require an initial consultation?

You will be required to see Dr. Viljoen for an initial consultation whereby your full medical history will be discussed and the efficacy of the treatment and realistic expectations explained to you.

How does the treatment work?

Radiofrequency has been used for over three years in facial skin remodelling. The heat produced by the system causes instant tightening of collagen and increases collagen production in the dermis.

The effect is to tighten and rejuvenate the skin in the treated area.

With regards to the body treatment, thermal tightening also takes place with increased local blood circulation, promotes fibrous tissue breakdown, drainage of fatty deposits into the lymphatic system and disintegration of fat cells.

The radiofrequency is applied through a hand-piece in a rapid, uninterrupted circular movement onto the surface of the skin.

How long does the treatment take and how many sessions will I require?

Your first treatment will take anywhere from 30 min-2 hours, depending how many areas are being treated. This allows for before photographs to be taken.

For facial remodelling, a course of 2 - 4 sessions is usually required at 4 week intervals. Body treatments usually require a course of 6 - 8 treatments at 7 - 14 day intervals. In the case of stubborn cellulite however, treatment can be applied more frequently.

Contra-indications to treatment:

• Pacemakers

• Metal plates or pins in the treatment area

• Severe heart disease

• Diseases of the connective and muscular tissue

• Pregnancy and breast feeding

• Permanent implants e.g. bioalcamid

Is the treatment painful?

Tolerance to the treatment is very good and there is no need for the use of topical anaesthetic creams beforehand. Patients will generally experience a warm sensation on the surface of the skin as heat builds up, however, continuous contact cooling provides additional patient comfort and epidermal protection.

Are there any side effects?

The side effects observed have been slight discomfort which is nonetheless very well tolerated, edema (swelling) and erythema (redness) which disappears in a couple hours. These side effects apply to both facial and body treatments.