The effectiveness and side effects of bipolar radiofrequency to treat submental laxity
Phase 2
Completed
- Conditions
- Submental skin laxity is a common cosmetic problem when we are getting old. Bipolar radiofrequency is a new non-invasive procedure. Unlike the LASER, the radiofrequency device has no specific chromophore absorption. Thus, the device can be used on any skin type.radiofrequency, skin tightening, submental laxity, bipolar radiofrequency
- Registration Number
- TCTR20210912001
- Lead Sponsor
- Institute of Dermatology
- Brief Summary
The bipolar radiofrequency device is another interesting choice for skin tightening due to its efficacy and safety profile. It can also use in any skin type and has fewer side effects.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Completed
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 22
Inclusion Criteria
1. All subjects were healthy.
2. The age of subjects were 35-65 years old
3. Fitzpatrick skin type III-V.
Exclusion Criteria
1. pregnancy,
2. breastfeeding,
3. history of abnormal scarring or keloid,
4. active local or systemic infections,
5. botulinum toxin administration within the previous six months, soft tissue augmentation within one year,
6. ablative or non-ablative laser rejuvenation procedures within one year,
7. precancerous or cancer of the skin,
8. use of isotretinoin within the previous six months
9. body mass index (BMI) more than twenty-five.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Submental fat reduction at 6 months after end of the intervention Compare volume from the 3D picture measurement
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Side effects from bipolar radio frequency Every visit and At 6 months after end of intervention The overall patients' satisfaction score and report the side effects