Titan and other non-invasive methods for skin improvement, fat reduction and body contouring have grown in popularity as a reaction to the sometimes-brutal side effects, risks and long recovery time associated with traditional surgery. Titan uses a specific frequency of light to force the skin to contract. The company behind Titan claims that this method is more effective than other laser light treatments because it heats the fat under the skin evenly to produce more predictable results.
Potential Effects of Titan
The potential risks and complications of the Titan skin tightening treatment are similar to those of any skin treatment that uses lasers to penetrate beneath the skin. Directly after treatment, you may experience redness or pinkness and slight swelling in the area that was treated. These mild side effects will go away on their own within a day. An aspirin taken before treatment can reduce inflammation.
In rare cases, some patients have suffered serious burns as a result of improper use of the device. Other risks can include temporary or permanent lightening or darkening of the skin. Reports of these side effects are very rare, however, and an experienced doctor will help you avoid them.
Prevention Methods
Depending on your tolerance to pain, you may wish to take a mild over-the-counter pain reliever before treatment. You may be able to endure the treatment without any medication at all. You may feel some heat and possibly a pinching or stinging sensation, but the cooling feature of the handset should protect you from burning. The doctor can provide a topical cooling cream, if you are particularly uncomfortable. The doctor can also adjust the intensity of the laser to your comfort level.
