Frequently Asked Questions about Morpheus8

Do you have any of the following?   Pacemaker      Internal Defibrillator    Superficial implants (metal plates, screws, metal piercings  Cochlear implants  Are you taking? Photosensitizing medication  Fish oil, flaxseed oil, linseed oil  Aspirin  NSAIDS – nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (i.e., Nurofen)  Anti-coagulant medication  If you are taking any of the above for medical reasons, please discuss if [...]

minimal down time   makeup can be worn after 24 hours.    Bruising is uncommon but may occur and is usually minimal. Hirudoid cream and LED treatment can speed up the resolution of the bruise.  There may be occasional small red marks or tiny spots where the needles enter the skin. If this occurs, the face recovers [...]

We expect that a lot of the deeper changes will be long lasting, however, to maximize your outcome and maintain the improvement achieved we recommend a maintenance program designed specifically for your skin type.    1st 6 months post Morpheus treatment - 1-3 treatments of PRP are recommended following completion of the Morpheus8 treatment as it [...]

Visible results can be seen in a few days, however typically, there will be ongoing improvement for up to 12 months. The development of new collagen and elastin takes months to maximize.  

The number of sessions required varies from 1-4 with intervals of 4-6 weeks.  Maintenance sessions may be needed after 12 months, although maximum benefit is not achieved until 12 months post treatment. 

Cool the skin with tap water if there is an excessive heat response. This is not normally necessary.  Rinse the area treated with water only before bed on the night of the treatment.  Apply the face mask according to the instructions, remembering to keep any solution in the pouch to apply the next day. Leave [...]

You will be asked to complete a consent form for the procedure.  Photos will be taken to monitor your progress.  Anaesthetic (numbing) gel will be applied 60 minutes prior to your procedure.  The procedure will take up to 90 minutes depending on the area to be treated.   We will monitor your response and adjust the [...]

Cease anticoagulant medications (including aspirin) 7 days prior to treatment, if medically safe to do so. Please discuss this with Dr Craig before ceasing anticoagulants if taking them for medical reasons  Cease anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen, 2 days before the procedure.  If you have ever had cold sores, you need to commence anti-viral medication (Valocyclovir [...]

Morpheus8 works on the deep layers, tightening the muscular fascia layer (which lies between the superficial fat and the muscles of facial expression) and facial bands providing lift and sharpening of the jaw line as well as remodelling the fat and rejuvenating the skin. It’s an all-in-one treatment!   The micro needling and RF cause microtrauma [...]

Ideal candidates for treatments with the advanced Morpheus8 RF micro needling system typically want to reduce loose, sagging skin on the face, neck, and body, but want to avoid plastic surgery. This effective nonsurgical option is also suitable for patients who are beginning to notice discoloration, smile lines, age spots, and other skin flaws. Morpheus8 might [...]