Procedures
Morpheus8 Shreveport, LA
Morpheus8 is a radio frequency micro-needling treatment. The fractionated radio frequency energy targets deeper layers of skin, contouring the face and the body.
Beneath our skin, our faces and bodies are made up of layer upon layer of skin and fat. Morpheus8 targets these deeper layers, breaking them down and allowing them to reform for a sleeker and more youthful appearance.
How Does Morpheus8 Work?
Morpheus8 does not simply resurface the top layer of skin. The fractionated energy reaches below this top layer into the architecture of the skin, reshaping and resurfacing it at the deepest level of tissue.
During the procedure, your doctor will make microscopic puncture marks in the skin with tiny needles. A topical anesthetic is used to minimize pain and discomfort. This will force the dermis to create new collagen in order to repair itself.
Morpheus8 also delivers heat energy below this superficial layer of skin and remodels the adipose fat in this sub-dermal layer of skin. Morpheus8 is the only treatment that targets this deeper tissue.
The entire procedure will take about 45 minutes. Afterward, your doctor will apply cool compresses to your skin, as well as a physical block sunscreen. Patients are advised to rest the remainder of the day following the procedure.
For several days following the treatment, you should keep the treatment area moisturized.
Who is a Candidate For Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is designed to treat any areas of the face or body that show signs of aging. It can reduce the appearance of:
- ACNE
- ACNE SCARS
- POOR SKIN TEXTURE
- SUN DAMAGE
- DEEP LINES AND CREASES
- MILD SAGGING
- JOWLS
- ENLARGED PORES
- STRETCH MARKS
Some cosmetic procedures cause hyperpigmentation in darker skin tones. This is not true of Morpheus8. People with all skin tones and skin types are potential candidates.
Ideal candidates for Morpheus8 will be motivated to reshape and rebuild areas of the skin affected by aging. It is important to be honest with Dr. Wall about your expectations during the consultation process so you can both determine if Morpheus8 is right for you.
What are the Benefits of Morpheus8?
Morpheus is a non-invasive procedure that reduces wrinkles and builds up collagen and fat. Some of the benefits of Morpheus are:
- There is almost no patient downtime.
- It is colorblind. It can be used on all skin types and skin colors. There is very little risk of post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation.
- It stimulates collagen production.
- No thermal damage to the dermis.
- Perfect, uniform effect.
What are the Results of Morpheus8?
You will see the visible results of Morpheus8 immediately. The most noticeable results will appear after three weeks, and improvements will continue for up to 3 months following the procedure. Makeup can be applied one or two days after the treatment.
Depending on your treatment regime, you can expect to have 1-3 sessions of Morpheus8 treatment.
For optimal results, doctors advise patients to continue using sunscreen every day after the procedure.
What is the Cost of Morpheus8?
The cost of Morpheus8 depends on what area of the body Dr. Wall is treating. The most common areas of treatment are the lower face and neck, but Morpheus8 can be used on any part of the body where there are signs of aging.
Morpheus8 is more certainly more affordable than other, more invasive procedures. Different cosmetic surgeons will have different prices. After you consultation, if you and Dr. Wall come to a decision that Morpheus8 is right for you, you can always inquire about prices and payment plans.
What are the Side Effects of Morpheus8?
Morpheus8 is a safe, minimally invasive procedure. The state-of-the-art technology Dr. Wall uses to implement it provides constant feedback to your surgeon about the temperature of your skin, so burns and other serious side effects are unlikely.
But there are some mild side effects, which should fade in a few days, if not a few hours. These include:
- BRUISING
- REDNESS
- SWELLING
- FLAKING OF DEAD SKIN
Contact The Plastic Surgery Center
Dr. Forrest Wall is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon serving the north Louisiana area. For more information about Morpheus8, or to schedule a consultation, call The Plastic Surgery Center at 318.221.1629 for Dr. Wall’s Shreveport location. For Dr. Wall’s Monroe location, call 318.812.0182. You can also send us a message on our website.
