Even for genetic lottery winners who stay vigilantly on top of their diet, exercise, and skincare routines, aging will inevitably affect the skin at some point. The process is unique to each person, meaning you need a precise and highly calibrated non-surgical skin tightening treatment to deliver the rejuvenating results you’re looking for. This is where the innovative Attiva RF treatment platform comes in.
More powerful and precise than other non-surgical skin tightening treatments, yet still carrying minimal downtime, Attiva by eSSe Plastic Surgery delivers elevated results without the hassle. If you’re looking for a next-gen subdermal RF treatment that provides dramatic results that you can see and feel, Consider Attiva skin tightening.
What Is Attiva?
Attiva is a face and body tightening treatment platform that uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to promote holistic improvements in the skin’s elasticity, texture, and more. When RF energy is applied to the skin, it heats the deeper tissue layers. The body registers this heating effect as it would an injury, responding by producing vital healing and remodeling agents like the structural protein collagen. Collagen fibers are like the latticework of the skin, giving it its plump, youthful fullness and texture. Boosting collagen activity with this minimally invasive facelift procedure produces results that improve over time as the collagen fibers mature.
Attiva stands out from alternative radiofrequency energy treatments in several ways. As we will cover in greater detail below, this is a subdermal treatment that emits radiofrequency energy through a probe. It is also carefully calibrated to precisely heat and stimulate targeted tissues in the most effective manner. The heating effect is uniform, selective, and well-tolerated by patients.
Attiva Benefits
As the Attiva before and after pictures attest, this treatment enhances the skin’s fullness and texture through collagen-boosting action. Here’s a more comprehensive list of all the benefits patients can expect, many of which are directly related to the above effects:
- Skin tightening: The radiofrequency energy emitted by the Attiva probe is highly effective at addressing various instances of sagging skin.
- Improved skin texture: Yet another benefit of boosting collagen activity includes optimizing skin texture. This is due to the tissue remodeling effect, giving a smooth and refined appearance to the treated area(s).
- Reducing fine lines: The “smoothing” effect mentioned above also helps to dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines in multiple areas. Common instances include smile or laugh lines, “bunny lines,” and forehead lines.
- Facial contouring: When administered by a skilled provider, Attiva can be used to enhance your natural facial features. For instance, this treatment can improve cheekbone and/or jawline definition. The contouring effect may also help to decrease facial asymmetries.
- Comfortable and convenient: Attiva skin tightening treatments can take as little as 30 minutes in many cases, and since the treatment area will be anesthetized, there is little to no discomfort associated with Attiva.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Patients in reasonably good overall health who present to a consultation with mild to moderate skin laxity and/or volume loss are fit candidates for this RF energy skin tightening treatment. Attiva is a particularly popular option among patients who prefer a non-surgical solution to these issues. But some instances of skin laxity, volume loss, and other cosmetic concerns may be better remedied through other means. This will all be determined in a consultation appointment as your unique presentation is evaluated.
What Is the Ideal Age Range for Attiva Treatment?
Generally, providers will not recommend Attiva for people under 18 years of age, but otherwise, there is no hard age limit. Since collagen production begins to decline in a person’s late 20s and early 30s, most Attiva patients are in or slightly beyond this age bracket. The treatment can be used both proactively and reactively, addressing existing signs of skin laxity and/or delaying these issues.
Medical Eligibility
While Attiva RF treatment is a safe and well-tolerated option, there are still several factors that can compromise your eligibility. These include advanced kidney or liver disease, unmanaged diabetes, autoimmune diseases, skin infections, and several other potential contraindications. Not every issue guarantees your ineligibility, but in either case, your full medical history will be carefully evaluated in a consultation with eSSe Plastic Surgery.
Establishing Reasonable Expectations
Finally, an often overlooked issue when it comes to determining a patient’s candidacy for Attiva RF treatment is expectation management. While this treatment does produce dramatic results in many cases, it’s important for each patient to know how much improvement to expect prior to going into treatment. This will also be addressed in an initial consultation so you can have a realistic understanding of your potential results.
The Attiva RF Treatment Process
When it’s time to undergo treatment, the first step is to prep the patient and the treatment area. We will make sure you are comfortably positioned, properly anesthetized (with local anesthesia), and ready to go. We will also clean the treatment area.
The next step in the treatment process is to insert the Attiva microcannula beneath the skin. Once inserted, the cannula is moved around to ensure the radiofrequency energy is evenly distributed throughout the underlying tissues. Thanks to the precisely controlled parameters and innovative design, Attiva selectively targets and heats deep tissue layers to an exact temperature while keeping surrounding tissues unaffected.
This step of the process, like the rest of the procedure, does not cause any significant discomfort. Most patients report a warm sensation that persists throughout the treatment, but rarely any pain beyond mild discomfort.
How long any given treatment session takes is dependent on the size and number of treatment areas, as well as other individualized factors. After treatment has concluded, you will be briefly monitored to ensure your skin has responded well. Then, you’re free to go home, resume your normal activities, and wait for the full results to develop.
As always, if you have any questions whatsoever regarding the Attiva RF treatment experience, our friendly and knowledgeable team at eSSe Plastic Surgery is happy to assist you.
Recovery, Results, and Aftercare Tips
The word “recovery” is almost a misnomer in the case of Attiva skin tightening treatment, as the vast majority of patients are able to resume most or all of their normal daily activities immediately following a session. However, this doesn’t mean that there is zero potential for post-treatment effects.
For example, some patients experience mild swelling and/or bruising around the treatment area following a session. In the majority of cases, these issues resolve on their own within a few days at the most. Even if you don’t notice any aftereffects, it’s generally recommended that you minimize sun exposure, avoid potentially irritating cosmetic products, refrain from using any abrasive materials, and so forth for a set period of time following your last treatment to best preserve the results.
When Are Attiva Results Visible?
Many patients report improvements in one or more of their stated cosmetic concerns immediately following Attiva skin tightening treatment. The nature of these improvements can vary based on your case, often presenting as improved skin smoothness and tightness. But these initial improvements are only a fraction of the total results, which will develop over the ensuing months.
The body will continue to produce collagen and elastin in response to the treatment, and these vital constituents of healthy skin require time to proliferate and mature. As this happens, the skin continues to improve for at least two to three months. After results have peaked, they can maintain for one or more years with consistent aftercare practices.
Sound aftercare (and by aftercare, we’re referring more to long-term preservation of results than acute aftercare) practices after Attiva RF treatment include keeping the treatment area moisturized, avoiding smoking and alcohol, following a balanced and nutritionally dense diet, and other standard skincare practices. Many patients also elect to return for maintenance treatments, which will renew and significantly extend the duration of your Attiva results.
Attiva Cost and Insurance
There are several factors that can affect how much you may be charged for Attiva treatment, including the following:
- Number of sessions: Some patients can achieve their desired results with just one session, but in many cases, multiple sessions are recommended to fully address cosmetic concerns. Keep in mind that some providers offer discounts for follow-up sessions.
- Treatment area(s): Depending on the treatment provider, prices can vary slightly or significantly depending on the area. Treating the neck and under the chin (double chin), for example, may cost more than treatment that only addresses jowls.
- Geographical location: Market prices based on your provider’s physical location are a powerful determinant when it comes to setting Attiva costs. Costs vary across the country, as do treatment options.
- Provider fees: Facility fees, consultation fees, and other provider-specific expenses will factor into your total costs.
It’s also important to note that your provider’s level of experience, along with the demand for their services, plays a significant role in how much you can expect to pay when seeking Attiva treatment.
Does Insurance Cover Attiva?
Since Attiva is largely classified as an elective cosmetic procedure by insurance companies, it is rarely covered. While loose skin can cause a number of problems and conditions—including infections, sores, pain, and mental health conditions—for which treatment may be deemed medically necessary, skin laxity to that extent often requires a surgical intervention anyway.
Still, it is always a good idea to check with your insurance policy before undergoing any type of treatment, cosmetic or otherwise.
Attiva RF Treatment FAQ
What should I do before Attiva treatment?
The most important principle when it comes to Attiva treatment prep is to consult with a reputable provider like our team at eSSe Plastic Surgery, and make sure to follow their individualized instructions. Every patient presents with unique skin and a unique background, which is why consultation is key. That said, patients are often recommended to minimize sun exposure as much as possible (including tanning), avoid certain medications and supplements, and avoid receiving other cosmetic treatments within a certain window of time before receiving Attiva treatment.
Can Attiva be used on areas outside of the face?
Yes, Attiva treatment is commonly applied to other parts of the body, including the neck, arms, torso, thighs, buttocks, breasts, and more.
Can Attiva be combined with other procedures?
Yes, Attiva can be combined with neuromodulator injections (like Botox), dermal fillers, microneedling, and a variety of other treatments to enhance and/or broaden its effects.
How is Attiva different from RF microneedling?
While both Attiva and RF microneedling treatments deliver radiofrequency energy to underlying tissues, the mechanism each treatment uses is different. Unlike the subdermal probe used in Attiva, RF microneedling uses tiny needles to create controlled injuries in the skin.
Choose eSSe Plastic Surgery of Fort Lauderdale, FL for a Transformative Attiva Treatment Plan
Our physician-led team of estheticians and registered nurses is deeply passionate about providing every patient that walks through our doors with a truly memorable and powerful experience that makes a lifelong impact. We want to hear your story, including your vision for a new you, and make it a reality.
Contact us today for a consultation, and we’ll work with you to create a custom treatment plan that exceeds your expectations.
