Montclair, N.J. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – An alternative to traditional plastic surgery is now being used for breast lifts. Now, a minimally-invasive procedure called ThermiBreast is erasing years from the neck down.
Elsa Santiago wanted to restore her sagging breasts without going under the knife.
“I wanted a lift, but I don’t like the scars myself,” detailed Santiago.
Cutting-edge technology, called ThermiTight, now enables the minimally-invasive ThermiBreast procedure. By inserting four small needles called probes into each areola, radio frequency energy creates heat inside the breast.
Gary DiBernardo, M.D., a New Jersey-based plastic surgeon, explained “By getting to the right temperatures, from studies that I’ve done years ago, we know the cells make more collagen and elastin. There’s another mechanism where these vertical fibers are tightening. You’re getting a dual mechanism of tightening, which then translates to a breast lift.”
Dr. DiBernardo performs ThermiBreast in his office, using local anesthesia, leaving no visible scarring. Santiago received a two-inch lift.
“I am very happy,” said Santiago. “I have friends who ask me about it and I have told my friends it’s worth it.”
Dr. DiBernando said, “There is some swelling, some bruising, but most of that’s in the first week.”
“There’s more volume,” detailed Santiago. “You get that little volume of the tightening of your skin. And I love it.”
Dr. DiBernardo said ThermiBreast is about half the price of a traditional lift.
ThermiBreast is for those needing mild to moderate tightening. It’s considered cosmetic and is not covered by insurance. The results of the procedure should last several years, depending upon the patient, and it can be repeated, as needed.
Contributors to this news report include: Cyndy McGrath, Supervising Producer; Joey Wahler, Field Producer; Milvionne Chery, Assistant Producer; Roque Correa, Editor; Taso Stefanidis, Videographer.