Accent ™

The Accent by Alma has FDA clearance for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids in April 2007.

Accent is a truly amazing combination as it non-invasively treats subcutaneous fat from the double chin and jowls. A major benefit of Accent is that there are no downsides or risks as compared to other fat-reducing modalities such as Laser lipolysis or traditional liposuction.

Benefits of Accent pre-procedure: No pain medication, no topical anaesthesia, no surgery, no injection of a tumescent medium, all of which are a significant risk for the patient. This is a truly walk-in, walk out procedure.

Benefits of Accent post-procedure: no pain medication necessary, no bruising, no swelling, no recovery, no activity restrictions, no compression garments and no downtime. In fact, most patients compare it to a hot stone massage.

Given the choice, most people would rather choose a non-invasive procedure like Accent to improve their unwanted fat than choose invasive procedures like traditional liposuction and laser lipolysis, which are invasive procedures with post operative side effects and downtime. Liposuction is the most commonly used technique for fat reduction; however, it is associated with severe risks such as embolism, nerve compression, skin necrosis, problems with anaesthesia, infection, and seroma.

Furthermore, the success of liposuction and laser lipolysis is highly dependent on the skills and experience of the surgeon, therefore results can vary considerably. Hence, there is a need for safer, non-invasive technologies such as Accent to achieve fat reduction and improve the facial silhouette.

During the procedure, your therapist will use a hand piece to apply the radiofrequency energy, moving the applicator in a circular motion over the surface of your skin. The dual-layer technique allows the Bipolar module to treat the surface layers of the skin, while the Unipolar module treats the under layers for deep, effective dermal treatment. Both modules stimulate the skin to produce more collagen, improving the skin’s overall tone and firmness. The Bipolar module is ideal for treating delicate, thinner skin, such as that on the face and neck, smoothing the fine lines and wrinkles that occur as we age. The Unipolar module uses alternating electromagnetic fields to produce friction in the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in effective contouring of the treatment areas.

At the same time, the unit’s built-in cooler minimises the sensation of heat you’ll experience during the treatment. Most facial procedures take about 15 to 30 minutes to complete, based upon the area being treated.

The local heating causes an immediate contraction of the collagen fibres and at the same time increases the metabolism of the fibroblasts thereby accelerating the production of new Collagen and Elastin fibres which strengthens the dermis.

The accent is an excellent treatment option for most individuals who are looking for a non-invasive treatment for facial sagging and double chins which is noticeably improved in only 6 to 8 treatment sessions two weeks apart.

The Dual-layer Thermotherapy Accent procedure can be used anywhere on the body to treat sagging, wrinkled skin. Many individuals use the technique to tighten the crepe-like skin that often developed on the face and neck during the aging process.

In addition, on the body Accent safely and effectively treats cellulite and resistant fat such as tummy rolls, bra bulges, inner and outer thighs, love handles, bat wings and sagging buttocks as well as the appearance of cellulite.

For men who have stubborn fat, this treatment aims to do one or both of two things, namely; destroy fat cells or shrink them significantly. It’s important to note that these treatments work best when focussed on stubborn fatty deposits that just will not budge with diet and exercise.

The results of the Accent procedure are immediately evident, as the skin structures respond and visibly tighten. As your skin develops new collagen, you can expect your results to continue to improve, and your skin to appear firmer and more youthful.

Accent can be safely combined with:

• Carboxytherapy
• Titan
• ND:Yag Skin Tightening
• Alternating with Cryolipo Fat Freezing
• Alternating with Ceccarelli injectable mesotherapy
• Monopolar Radiofrequency

Yes, Accent safely treats all skin types without pain or down-time.

At Skin Renewal, we have a large number of lasers and devices available and our doctors are able to choose the best device to suit your requirements. Our doctors specialise in facial rejuvenation treatments and will be able to advise you on what is best for your problem.