Hand Rejuvenation
Our hands are subject to increased aging because visible signs of aging are most prominent in areas of the body that are exposed to natural elements.
The evolution of medicine has paved a way toward significant advancement in techniques for erasing signs of aging from the human face. However, medical professionals have been largely unsuccessful in evaluating and studying the effects of dermal aging in other areas of the body - such as the hands.
In the aging of the dorsal hand, we see subcutaneous tissue atrophy or subcutaneous fullness disappearance.
Veins become much more prominent with deepening color enhancement. The anatomy of the tendon becomes more accentuated. Skin wrinkles become much more prevalent with the loss of fullness and elasticity in the deep dermal layer. Intermetacarpal wasting becomes more enhanced with volume loss.
The objective of rejuvenating the hands is to add generalized fullness to the skin and subcutaneous tissue in order to add volume to the hand forming the joint with a youthful fullness.
INTENSE PULSED LIGHT (IPL) - FADES “AGE SPOTS”
Intense pulsed light therapy uses a multi-wavelength light source to fade the dark spots that form on the arms and hands due to sun exposure. This quick, painless procedure involves exposing the skin to a flash of bright light that targets the dark pigment while leaving the normal pigment untouched. Minimal to no downtime is involved.
DERMAL FILLERS – LESSEN THE APPEARANCE OF HAND VEINS
The veins on the back of our hands appear more prominent as we get older because the skin becomes thinner due to collagen loss. Natural dermal fillers can be used to add volume to the skin and to promote new collagen formation, giving instant results that improve over time.
What is the Recovery Time of Hand Rejuvenation?
Recovery after hand rejuvenation depends on how much work was done to achieve the more youthful appearance. Basically, healing could take from one day to several weeks. During this time, over-the-counter drugs may be used to help with any pain, and cold packs are helpful. Doctors generally treat one hand at a time, which may be covered in a bandage for twenty-four hours. The hands should be protected from the sun after hand rejuvenation so a strong sunscreen should be applied daily.
Do I need Anesthesia for Hand Rejuvenation?
Anesthesia during hand rejuvenation also depends on the procedures being done. Some processes are better done under general anesthesia, but the majority of hand rejuvenation treatments may be done using only a topical or local anesthetic. This is an issue that should be discussed with the doctor prior to a procedure.
Is Hand Rejuvenation Safe?
All of the procedures used in hand rejuvenation are safe and highly tested. Allergic reactions, scarring, and infection, which are common in other types of surgeries, are unlikely; however, they are possible.
Do I need to Prepare for Hand Rejuvenation?
Depending on the type of procedures being done and the chosen anesthetic, patients may be given a sedative to take before coming for hand rejuvenation surgery. The doctor may also ask them to prepare for the procedure by stopping medications that thin the blood for a week or so before surgery.
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