Is Endolift Safe? Understanding the Risks and Benefits

Endolift is a minimally invasive laser treatment designed to help tighten mild to moderately loose skin. For suitable patients, it may be an alternative to considering surgery. Your practitioner will assess this at consultation.

Many people choose Endolift because it typically involves less downtime than surgery. Results vary from person to person and tend to develop gradually as new collagen forms.

During the procedure, a very small optical fiber is inserted underneath the skin allowing the laser to precisely target the area and stimulate the production of collagen, tightening the area.

The procedure usually lasts between 30-60 minutes depending on the exact area treated.

During an Endolift, local anesthetic will be used in the area to be treated to help minimize any discomfort from the insertion of the fiber.

Endolift is a medical procedure and, like any procedure, it carries some risks. Choosing a suitably trained and experienced practitioner, who carries out a full consultation and assessment first, helps keep these risks as low as possible.

The laser technology used in the Endolift is very precise and targeted reducing the risk of damaging any surrounding tissue. However, with any medical procedure, there are risks and side effects even if rare, it is essential to understand the potential risks.

While Endolift is generally considered safe, some patients may experience some temporary side effects:

Swelling and Bruising

Mild swelling and bruising are common at the treatment area. They usually start to settle within a few days, although this varies from person to person.

Redness

Redness in the treatment area can occur due to the heat from the laser and is usually short lived.

Discomfort

Some patients may feel discomfort during or even after the procedure. This is usually temporary and can often be eased with over-the-counter pain relief. Please contact the clinic if your discomfort does not improve.

Infection

Infection is uncommon, but as with any treatment that breaks the skin, it can happen. Following your aftercare instructions helps reduce the risk. Less common risks include burns, temporary numbness or changes in skin sensation, small lumps or firmness under the skin and uneven or limited results. Your practitioner will explain the risks that apply to you at consultation.

Endolift offers a wide range of benefits that make it an appealing choice for people who would prefer to avoid surgery. Some of the benefits include:

Minimally invasive

Endolift uses a very fine laser fibre placed under the skin through a tiny entry point, under local anaesthetic. It is not surgery and typically involves less downtime than a surgical facelift, although it will not give the same degree of lift.

Quick Recovery

The recovery time for Endolift procedures is very short compared to traditional surgical procedures, due to only needing local anesthesia and the insertion of small fibers, most patients will return to their normal daily routine within a few days.

Natural Looking Results

Endolift aims for a subtle, natural-looking result rather than a dramatic change in shape. The laser encourages the body’s natural collagen production, which may gradually tighten the skin and soften the look of wrinkles. Results vary from person to person, and your practitioner will discuss what is realistic for you.

Comfort

The treatment area is numbed with local anaesthetic, so many patients find the procedure tolerable. Some tenderness afterwards is normal.