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Concerns

Skin Tightening

When skin begins to lose its natural firmness, you may feel frustrated by changes that make you look tired or less defined than you remember. Board-certified dermatologists at Potozkin + Ellis Dermatology restore lift and elasticity using advanced laser technology and physician-performed injectable techniques. With personalized treatment plans designed for your specific concerns, your results appear smooth, balanced, and beautifully rejuvenated.

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Understanding Concerns with Skin Tightening

As collagen and elastin naturally diminish over time, skin loses the firmness and support that define youthful contours. These changes can soften your jawline, create areas of laxity, and leave you looking less refreshed than you feel. Restoring skin firmness enhances facial definition and brings back a more lifted, youthful appearance.

Common concerns include mild to moderate laxity, early sagging, loss of facial firmness, softening along the jawline, crepey texture, and reduced elasticity.

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How Do We Treat Skin Tightening?

Our board-certified dermatologists combine advanced injectables with precision-based energy devices to strengthen skin structure and restore smoother, lifted contours. Each treatment plan is customized for natural and refined enhancement that preserves your unique features.

Sculptra

Stimulates your own collagen production over time, creating gradual lift and improved firmness that develops naturally over several months.

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)


Uses your body’s natural healing factors to regenerate collagen and elastin, supporting long-term skin quality and elasticity.

Fillers


Provide immediate structural support while attracting moisture to the skin, restoring volume and creating a lifting effect in areas of laxity.

Ultherapy

Delivers focused ultrasound energy deep beneath the skin’s surface to stimulate collagen production and create lift without downtime.

Fraxel
DUAL


Uses fractional laser technology to resurface skin and trigger collagen remodeling, improving both texture and firmness.

CO2 Laser Resurfacing


Provides the most dramatic tightening by removing damaged skin layers and stimulating significant collagen contraction and renewal.

Additional treatments such as microneedling, IPL, Vbeam, and Clear and Brilliant may also be incorporated to support collagen production and improve surface texture.

Common Concerns Improved With Skin Tightening

Skin tightening focuses on restoring firmness and elasticity to areas where collagen has weakened.

Concerns we treat:

  • Sagging in the lower face
  • Laxity around the eyes
  • Early jowl formation
  • Mild neck laxity
  • Loss of cheek support
  • Crepey or thinning skin

Our board-certified dermatologists evaluate your skin quality and the degree of laxity to determine the most effective approach. Combining collagen stimulators with laser or ultrasound technology often produces more comprehensive and natural-looking rejuvenation that enhances your appearance without changing your unique features.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Skin Tightening?

Ideal candidates want firmer, smoother skin without surgery.

You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Notice mild to moderate looseness
  • Want a more defined jawline
  • Prefer non-surgical techniques
  • Seek gradual, natural refinement
  • Want to improve skin quality and elasticity
  • Have realistic expectations

Patients throughout Danville and the East Bay choose our practice for elegant, physician-guided tightening treatments that support long-lasting and natural results.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skin Tightening

What causes skin laxity?

Skin laxity develops as collagen and elastin decrease with age. Sun exposure, stress, and genetics can accelerate these changes. Strengthening the skin structure helps restore firmness and support.

How does Ultherapy tighten the skin?

Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen deep within the tissue. Over time the skin becomes firmer and more lifted as new collagen forms. Improvements continue gradually for several months.

Can lasers help with skin tightening?

Yes. Lasers such as Fraxel DUAL and CO2 resurfacing improve collagen production and refine the surface of the skin. They help smooth fine lines while supporting deeper structural firmness.

How does Sculptra improve skin tightness?

Sculptra stimulates collagen over time, creating gradual lift, improved elasticity, and enhanced support. It is often combined with energy devices for a more comprehensive result.

What areas can be treated with skin tightening?

Common areas include the jawline, cheeks, under eye region, neck, and areas with crepey texture. Your dermatologist will tailor treatments to your specific concerns.

Is there downtime after skin tightening treatments?

Downtime varies. Ultherapy has minimal recovery, while CO2 laser resurfacing may require several days of healing. Fraxel offers a moderate recovery period with impressive long-term results.

Will results look natural?

Yes. Our dermatologists focus on subtle, elegant improvement that enhances your features without changing your expression. Skin appears smoother, firmer, and naturally refreshed.

How soon will I see results?

Injectables such as Sculptra and PRP improve gradually, while energy-based treatments stimulate collagen over time. Many patients notice visible changes within weeks, with continued refinement over months.

Can treatments be combined?

Absolutely. Combination therapy often provides the most effective outcome. Your dermatologist may pair Sculptra with Ultherapy or combine lasers with PRP to restore both firmness and surface quality.

How do I know which treatment is right for me?

A board-certified dermatologist will evaluate your skin laxity, goals, and timeline to create a precise plan. Your recommended treatments will support natural improvement and long-lasting results tailored to your needs.

What Our Patients Have to Say

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Why Choose Potozkin + Ellis Dermatology

Patients from San Francisco, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Orinda, Moraga, Alamo, and Blackhawk choose Potozkin + Ellis Dermatology for our unparalleled expertise and results.

We combine the science of dermatology with the artistry of aesthetics to deliver natural-looking enhancements that build confidence. With board-certified dermatologists performing all injections and a comprehensive range of laser technologies delivered by skilled providers, we provide both safety and excellence in a sophisticated yet approachable environment.

Unlike other practices, we complement our advanced treatments with physician-selected medical-grade skincare products and begin every aesthetic journey with our signature DermDesigned consultation. Whether you're seeking cosmetic enhancement or medical dermatology care, our commitment to natural-looking results and excellence ensures you'll receive the highest standard of care in the East Bay.

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Experience world-class dermatology care right here in the East Bay.

Our Location

600 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Suite 102 Danville, CA 94526

Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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925.838.4900