Prior to the treatment, the predetermined area will be marked with grid lines by your doctor. Once this has been done, the Thermage Body Contouring handheld device will be used to deliver the radio frequency to the innermost layer of the skin. You may feel a heating sensation every time the device touches your skin, but this will be tolerable. Thermage CPT takes no chances for any discomfort as a cooling sensation comes before and after each pulse.
Usually, the pain is tolerable. But if you are pain sensitive, your doctor will apply a topical numbing cream prior to the procedure. She will constantly monitor you during the course of the treatment to ensure your comfort.