Alternative Care Center

Dr. Charles Quigless, Jr.

 

Acupuncture Face Lift Program
 

What Causes Wrinkles? 
The exact cause of facial wrinkles is not yet fully understood. There are many known factors which contribute to wrinkling and we believe it is a combination of these factors which determine the exact degree and kind of wrinkling each individual will experience. Some of the major contributing factors include: Poor Nutrition Mental and emotional stress Age Glandular disturbance Side effects from medication Improper use of cosmetics and skin care products Over exposure to the sun and wind Heredity Chemical and dirt in the air Fatigue Irreversible skin damage (as a result of frost bite, ultraviolet or X-Rays)

How Does Acupuncture Work To Eliminate Facial Lines and Wrinkles?  
The treatment consists of stimulating certain reflex points on the body, neck and face that, in turn, tonify and energize the skin's underlying tissue. The circulation is also enhanced and this is probably another contributing factor.

 

What Is The Difference Between An Acupuncture Face Lift Tonification Program and a Surgical Face Lift?
It is difficult to compare the two because they are so different. The surgical approach is largely a structural approach that tightens the skin much like a tailor takes in or tightens the waist on a pair of trousers. Through the acupuncture method, the skin's underlying tissues are tonified and energized so they naturally tighten themselves. Also, through the use of facial treatments and manipulations, various facial conditions can be improved.

What Advantages Does An Acupuncture Face Lift Have Over A Surgical Face Lift?

·  No surgical risk
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  No danger of infection
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  No recovery period
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  Painless
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  No hospitalization
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  No time off work
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  Safe alternative for those who cannot have a surgical lift
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  Prevents as well as corrects wrinkles

What Are The Disadvantages Of An Acupuncture Face Lift As Compared to A Surgical Face Lift?
Acupuncture Face Lifts do not work for everybody Acupuncture face lifts do not produce as dramatic a change a
s surgical lifts Acupuncture face lifts tend to reduce or diminish wrinkles and not completely eliminate them Acupuncture face lifts are not effective on severely damaged skin.

Do Acupuncture Face Lift Treatments Hurt At All?
Not at all, in fact, many patients fall asleep while receiving their treatments.

How Long Does It Take to Receive a Treatment?
Each visit will require 50-60 minutes for both the Acupuncture facial and the Synergie facial.

How Many Treatments Are Required?
We recommend a series of 10 treatments over a 4 to 6 week period. Persons not prepared to go ahead with the initial 10 treatments are not encouraged to begin the program.