Ali Shakouri Download Photo WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Ali Shakouri, the Mary Jo and Robert L. Kirk Director of Purdue University's Birck Nanotechnology Center is the 2014 recipient of the prestigious THERMI Award for his contributions to the field of semiconductor thermal management Shakouri, who came to Purdue from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2011 to lead Discovery Park's Birck Nanotechnology Center, received the award Thursday (March 13) during the 30th annual Thermal Measurement, Modeling & Management Symposium Shakouri also is a professor of electrical and computer engineering SEMI-THERM recognizes the recipient's history of contributions to crucial thermal issues affecting the performance of semiconductor devices and systems The voting body consists of former THERMI winners and the current year general chair of SEMI-THERM The SEMI-THERM Educational Foundation (STEF) is dedicated to worldwide educational opportunities and resources within the electronics thermal engineering community Its mission is to provide programs for ongoing professional development and engagement of academia and industry in pursuit of innovation and excellence a professor and vice chair of mechanical engineering at Stanford University In 2007 Shakouri co-founded Microsanj to develop and commercialize advanced high-resolution thermal imaging systems for the semiconductor industry He currently serves as chairman of the Technical Advisory Board for Microsanj Shakouri was a professor of electrical engineering at UCSC His research focuses on nanoscale heat and current transport in semiconductor devices micro refrigerators on a chip and waste-heat recovery Shakouri is working with colleagues in engineering and social sciences on a new sustainability curriculum He initiated an international summer school on renewable energy sources in practice Shakouri received the Packard Fellowship in Science and Engineering in 1999 a National Science Foundation Career Award in 2000 and the UCSC School of Engineering FIRST Professor Award in 2004 He received his master's and doctoral degrees from the California Institute of Technology in 1995 and a bachelor's degree in engineering from Telecom ParisTech in France in 1990 staff and graduate students from 36 schools and departments at Purdue advancing research in nanoscale science and engineering with applications in areas such as health care computer technology and food safety.  Writers: Phillip Fiorini, 765-496-3133, pfiorini@purdue.edu Trouble with this page? 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Please contact us at online@purdue.edu so we can help - Almirall has entered into a definitive agreement with Celling Biosciences for an undisclosed amount.- Celling Biosciences is a biotech company focused on the science research and development of autologous cellular therapy They expect with the combination of both businesses to generate value for physicians EXTON, Pa., March 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Almirall S.A. (ALM) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Celling Biosciences to divest ThermiGen for an undisclosed amount The transaction is expected to close before or on March 29th Thermi generated $18 MM of net sales and had 94 employees Thermi has an installed base of more than 2,000 users with a strong presence across the U.S said: "Almirall continues to refocus its business towards medical dermatology Almirall completes its strategic realignment and puts Thermi business in very good hands to capture the potential of the new Arvati innovative platform" explained: "We are excited about the acquisition announced today and the expansion of our portfolio with ThermiGen's leading energy-based technology Acquiring this technology will allow Celling to combine their unique cellular therapy devices with the existing ThermiGen technology to offer physicians a unique scientific approach to treat their patience" is a leading global manufacturer of temperature controlled radiofrequency technology The company's flagship product is ThermiRF® a platform technology that uses temperature as an endpoint for various minimally and non-invasive applications (ThermiTight® Thermi also offers the Thermi250™ device as the newest innovative RF for body Thermi is a US based company with its headquarters in Irving For more information, please visit  www.thermi.com Celling Biosciences is a biotech company focused on the science Celling developed the first system on the market that allows users to regulate and select a desired cell type through a patented collection window and integrated ultra-filtration system Celling is a transformative leader innovating cellular therapy by integrating excellence in research For more information, please visit  www.cellingbiosciences.com/ Almirall is a leading skin-health focused global pharmaceutical company that partners with healthcare professionals applying Science to provide medical solutions to patients and future generations Our efforts are focused on fighting against skin health diseases and helping people feel and look their best We support healthcare professionals by continuous improvement bringing our innovative solutions where they are needed founded almost 75 years ago with headquarters in Barcelona is listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange (ticker: ALM) Almirall has been key in value creation to society according to its commitment with to major shareholders and through its decision to help others to understand their challenges and to use Science to provide solutions for real life Total revenues in 2017 were 755.8 million euros More than 1,800 employees are devoted to Science This document includes only summary information and does not intend to be comprehensive These statements are based on currently available information and on best estimates and assumptions believed to be reasonable by the Company These statements involve risks and uncertainties beyond the Company's control actual results may differ materially from those stated by such forward-looking statements The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to review or update any forward-looking statements targets or estimates contained in this document to reflect any change in the assumptions events or circumstances on which such forward-looking statements are based unless so required by applicable law https://www.almirall.com/en Do not sell or share my personal information: MassDevice The Medical Device Business Journal — Medical Device News & Articles | MassDevice November 16, 2018 By Temp-controlled radiofrequency tech developer Thermi said this week that the FDA granted it a notice of completion following an inquiry on products used in “vaginal rejuvenation” procedures Texas-based Thermi received a notice from the FDA on July 24 regarding specific claims about the company’s ThermiVa device The ThermiVa is a non-ablative RF device cleared by the FDA for use in dermatological and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis The ThermiVa is intended to be used in in-office treatments using temperature-controlled RF energy to gently heat tissue The company added that it only markets its devices based on FDA-cleared indications In July, FDA head Dr. Scott Gottlieb released a statement warning about “vaginal rejuvenation” procedures intended to treat conditions related to menopause saying that the products used in the procedures “don’t have adequate evidence to support their use for this purpose.” Filed Under: Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Regulatory/Compliance, Women's Health Tagged With: Copyright © 2025 · WTWH Media LLC and its licensors The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of WTWH Media Privacy Policy Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative We're working on a visual shortcode editor until then please follow these instructions Email us to support@plugin.builders for any problems Lights and cameras are preparing for action at the Platania film production studios at Thermi and at the post-production facilities for films videos and TV programs at Elliniko in southern Athens February 27 will see the completion of the public consultation for the “Greek Hollywood,” to be developed by the Vasilika Thermis company – associated with film production company Nu Boyana Film Studios Hellenic It is expected that the decision of the Interministerial Committee for Strategic Investments (DESE) will follow for the inclusion of the 50-million-euro investment in the status of strategic investments so that the bureaucratic steps that will lead to the construction of the project can be made will have outdoor shooting areas of 12,376 sq.m. and other supporting facilities of 4,000 sq.m According to the general strategic development plan which will be developed on the privately owned area where the old Kordogiannis granaries are located while of the two external production areas will have appropriately configured and equipped sound engineering sound processing and image processing rooms and will be located in a privately owned area belonging to Vasilika Thermis at Elliniko which is within walking distance of the Lamda Development site The Elliniko studio will include an area of 285 square meters – where purely post-production activities will take place – six offices and other supporting spaces Vasilika Thermis and Nu Boyana Hellenic belong to businessman John Kalafatis and his partner Yariv Lerner one of Hollywood’s largest independent film companies €8 million has already been invested in Thessaloniki and it is set to spend another €30 million on building infrastructure and about €10 million on technical equipment Enter your information below to receive our weekly newsletters with the latest insights opinion pieces and current events straight to your inbox your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond From the economy to the climate and the EU's role in world affairs this talk show sheds light on European affairs and the issues that impact on our daily lives as Europeans Tune in to understand the ins and outs of European politics Dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries Deep dive conversations with business leaders Euronews Tech Talks goes beyond discussions to explore the impact of new technologies on our lives the podcast provides valuable insights into the intersection of 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its troops were killed in northern Syria An estimated 13,000 migrants travelled to Turkey's border with Greece the International Organisation for Migration said in a statement Some of those who spent the night at the border included families with young children Greece is determined to stop migrants attempting to cross their border with Turkey with the foreign ministry tweeting that "no one can cross the Greek borders" Some residents turned on journalists present at the Port of Thermi in Lesbos One journalist for Der Spiegel wrote on Twitter that he was harassed and hit with sticks In another incident by the border town of Erdine Greek police fired tear gas at hundreds of migrants Turkey's Minister of foreign affairs posted the photos of border violence tweeting: "Look who’s lecturing us on international law They’re shamelessly throwing tear gas bombs on thousands of innocents piled at their gates We don’t have an obligation to stop people leaving our country but #Greece has the duty to treat them as human beings!" Watch a report on the situation at the land border in the video player above President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said his country already has 3.6 million Syrian refugees to look after and announced that the border to Europe was open "Approximately 18,000 have forced their way through the gates but today it could reach 25 to 30,000 And we will not close these doors from now on and this will continue," he said on Saturday morning Journalists and observers posted videos showing migrants loading on to busses to head towards the border and some scenes showed migrants entangled in barbed wire The European Commission and Council "have been following closely and with concern the situation at the EU external borders with Turkey," said commission president Ursula von der Leyen "Our top priority at this stage is to ensure that Greece and Bulgaria have our full support We stand ready to provide additional support including through Frontex on the land border," von der Leyen added "A situation like 2015 must never be repeated Our goal must be to properly protect the EU's external borders stop illegal migrants there and stop waving," Austrian chancellor Sebastian Kurz tweeted The EU came to an agreement with Turkey in 2016 to try to stop "the flow of irregular migration" The EU provided billions of euros in assistance to Turkey as part of the deal Related Topics: ThermiVaThermiTightThermiRaseThermiSmoothDr. Gregory BufordDr. Edward ZimmermanDr. Ned SnyderHolly CutlerSkin Tightening ThermiRF Receives New FDA Clearance Got Sagging? Get a Little Lift Thermi Tight Success Story -- Non-Surgical Jowl and Neck Lift New ThermiRF Device Attracts Attention from Plastic Surgeons New platform with patented technology optimizes delivery of temperature-controlled monopolar radiofrequency using continuous wave technology with next-generation intelligent auto-modulation algorithms to maximize consistency and control today announced the introduction of ARVATI™ true temperature-controlled radiofrequency platform with patented technology that powers a range of Thermi's unique and comprehensive procedures that is now commercially available in the United States and consistently controlled output of radiofrequency to tissue thus inducing positive tissue change by stimulating collagen production to enhance various skin areas The ARVATI platform is built upon increased power as well as optimized two-way real time temperature-controlled algorithms The new ARVATI platform includes the well-established treatment applications of ThermiTight® used by clinicians to address common signs of aging ARVATI amplifies the science of heat with EPIC Technology™ ARVATI provides consistent dosage of heat while keeping clinicians in complete control throughout the treatment The technology also features an enhanced 50-watt capacity generator which maximizes the power to efficiently treat all body areas while helping clinicians reach desired set temperatures 63 percent faster thereby significantly reducing total treatment times ARVATI includes intelligent software that offers real-time temperature monitoring with control algorithms that ensures a consistent temperature and radiofrequency dosage throughout the treatment with all the ARVATI modalities Initial experience shows temperature stays within 1 degree of the set temperature 99.7% of the treatment time setting a new benchmark in consistent temperature control "We are committed to providing clinicians with science-based advanced technology that helps achieve their desires for safe and effective non-invasive aesthetic and medical treatments that work quickly and efficiently while producing long-lasting and natural results," said Thermi President Vlad Paul-Blanc "As the pioneers of true temperature-controlled radiofrequency for medical and aesthetic needs we are excited to offer ARVATI to clinicians and patients looking for proven and innovative ways to address a variety of challenges that result from photoaging and damaged skin." the experts at Thermi worked closely with clinicians who evaluated the advancements in ARVATI's performance as it relates to the enhancements in temperature-controlled radiofrequency delivery first-hand experience confirms that the ARVATI platform delivers consistently fast treatment times with controlled delivery while maintaining consistent tissue temperature throughout each treatment patients also found their treatments to be comfortable and fast and registered high satisfaction overall post-procedure will be offered the opportunity to acquire the ARVATI platform at a significant discount and ARVATI will become available in other markets around the world in the near-term A Few Words from Thermi Physicians About Their Initial ARVATI Experience: I use a variety of Thermi treatments to tighten and improve the appearance of skin all over the body including on the face and jawline around the arms and abdomen and the vaginal area," said dermatologist Dr "Safety and convenience are key considerations for my patients is very versatile and allows me to treat many different conditions It is by far the most used machine in my practice plastic surgeon and founder of Thermi's original temperature-controlled capability "The ARVATI platform - with advanced instrumentation and faster procedure time - makes it easier to do treatments accurately and I can now do larger areas more effectively." "Three excellent modifications," said urogynecologist Dr "1) Definitely faster rise in temperature; 2) I can see that I'm delivering more consistent and stable radiofrequency and 3) the speed has no negative impact to patient comfort." We are pleased that there have been more than 20 customers in the U.S who are the first in world to acquire the new ARVATI platform is a global leader in advanced temperature-controlled radiofrequency technology Thermi systems offer versatile modalities and safely deliver rapid results through controlled heating using RF to impact positive tissue change and naturally stimulate collagen production Clinicians use Thermi technology to help address common signs of aging and/or weight loss and empower people to take control over their skin To learn more about Thermi and what its technology can offer, please visit www.thermi.com Thermi Media Contact:     Almirall Investors & Corporate Communications contact: Sharon Robustelli           [email protected]     T: 212.453.2276            [email protected] March 4, 2019 By ThermiGen owner Almirall said today that it sold its ThermiGen assets to Celling Biosciences for an undisclosed amount Texas-based Celling Biosciences will take control of Thermi and its 94 Dallas-based employees as well as its more than 2,000 users “Almirall continues to refocus its business towards medical dermatology Almirall completes its strategic realignment and puts Thermi business in very good hands to capture the potential of the new Arvati innovative platform,” Almirall CEO Peter Guenter said in a press release “We are excited about the acquisition announced today and the expansion of our portfolio with ThermiGen’s leading energy-based technology Acquiring this technology will allow Celling to combine their unique cellular therapy devices with the existing ThermiGen technology to offer physicians a unique scientific approach to treat their patience,” Celling Biosciences CEO Kevin Dunworth said in a prepared statement Almirall originally acquired ThermiGen in February 2016 for approximately $82 million Thermi RF® is the first and only radiofrequency device approved to treat Dermal Laxity in Canada Thermi RF treatments in Canada include market leaders ThermiTight® IRVING, Texas, June 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Thermi®, an Almirall S.A. company and pioneer in temperature-controlled radiofrequency (RF) technology today announced it has been issued a medical device license from Health Canada to market the company's Thermi RF system for the treatment of dermal laxity Thermi RF is the first and only device approved to treat dermal laxity in Canada and has been shown to effectively tighten loose skin a temperature-controlled radiofrequency platform technology was first approved in Canada in 2015 for electrocoagulation of soft tissue and nerve ablation These treatments address loose skin and excess fat and wrinkles by using heat to precisely gently and comfortably heat tissue to therapeutic temperatures  "I have been treating patients with Thermi RF applications for a number of years now and have always seen outstanding results," said Dr a board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon at Alberta DermaSurgery Centre and Clinical Professor of Medicine University of Alberta. "The approval by Health Canada of Thermi RF for dermal laxity is a testament to this innovative and versatile approach to skin tightening." "We are excited to announce the first-ever approval of a radiofrequency device for dermal laxity in Canada  We are especially pleased to achieve this milestone with impressive clinical data and we look forward to continuing to expand our offerings in Canada the US and beyond to ensure physicians and patients always have access to the most cutting-edge treatments." Dermal laxity is a condition in which molecular changes in the skin reduce the quality of connective tissue resulting in loose skin.i It frequently is the result of aging Using radiofrequency to increase temperatures in the treatment area stimulates collagen in deep layers of the skin and in subcutaneous tissue to reduce skin laxity Thermi RF is a unique temperature-controlled radiofrequency technology designed to safely produce excellent aesthetic outcomes through the application of the science of heat.  This is a platform technology which combines precision temperature control with advanced real-time temperature monitoring to enable a myriad of soft tissue applications is the leading global developer and manufacturer of advanced temperature-controlled radiofrequency technology Thermi systems offer versatile modalities (ThermiTight® ThermiRase® and ThermiVa®). Our design safely provides both versatility and rapid results through controlled heating to impact positive tissue change and naturally stimulate collagen Thermi treatments address common signs of aging and/or rapid weight loss To learn more about Thermi and what its technology can offer, please visit www.thermi.com Almirall is a global pharmaceutical company with a strong focus in Dermatology and Aesthetics with the mission of providing valuable medicines and medical devices to you and future generations with a wide range of programs including key indications our work covers the entire drug value chain Almirall is continually growing as a specialist company in a wide range of skin diseases in order to cover our customers' unmet needs Almirall is listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange (ticker: ALM) and it has become a source of value creation for society due to its vision and the commitment of its long-standing major shareholders its revenues totaled 859.3 million euros and it has gradually built up a trusted presence across Europe For more information, please visit www.almirall.com Investors & Corporate Communications contact:      [email protected] [email protected] p: 212.453.2049 | c: 518.694.1653   i An Bras Dermatol Journal Radiofrequency for the treatment of skin laxity: mith or truth* Sept 2015 [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4631236/] [Accessed May 2018]   http://www.thermi.com p.blandon@vegarun.com pablo.divasson@almirall.com The Interreg eOUTLAND project has helped enhance protection of NATURA 2000 and other protected areas in the cross-border regions of Central Macedonia This was achieved by expanding the capacity and support structures of existing civil protection volunteer groups through specialised training The Interreg eOUTLAND project has promoted civil protection volunteerism on both sides of the border and has proven to be a valuable tool for providing volunteers with personal safety garments and technological support of a high standard Common cross-border activities have included multiple and single-day training sessions These have enabled civil protection volunteers project staff and civilians to get to know each others’ culture Guidebooks and study material on natural disasters and civil protection have been compiled Volunteers were provided with personal safety and field equipment All of this has helped to promote civil protection volunteerism on both sides of the border Volunteers from both countries have already started to put into practise what they have gained so far Specialised vehicles and other equipment provided via the project have already been deployed in the field and are being used in training during efforts to contain the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and border posts between Greece and Bulgaria Like any cross-border project for groups from different nations eOUTLAND’s major challenge was quickly identified as differences between civil protection mechanisms in Greece and Bulgaria Although there is no significant environmental deviation in the cross-border area cultural and historical factors have shaped totally different administration structures put in place to prevent and manage natural disasters Bringing the two different systems together to create common training and operating standards was a notable achievement As the project was never intended to create new jobs its core element is the selfless participation volunteers against the impact of natural disasters indirect job benefits may follow after the establishment of a mature civil protection volunteer network and the need for permanent professional and scientific support staff with an initial completion date of September 2019 An extension until the end of June 2020 was approved because almost all the goals were interconnected and demanded the participation of all beneficiaries The Covid-19 pandemic has caused serious delays and a further extension is under discussion additional activities have been suggested for 12 more months Total investment for the project “eOUTLAND: Protecting biodiversity at NATURA 2000 sites and other protected areas from natural hazards through a certified framework for cross-border education training and support of civil protection volunteers based on innovation and new technologies” is EUR 1 207 831 with the EU’s European Regional Development Fund contributing EUR 1 026 648 through the “Cooperation Programme Interreg V-A Greece-Bulgaria 2014-2020” for the 2014-2020 programming period The investment falls under the priority “Environment and Climate” Special Service "Managing Authority European Territorial Cooperation Programmes" Ministry of Development and Investments of Greece Institute of Information and Communication Technologies - Bulgarian Academy of Sciences Regional Municipalities Association "Maritza" Centre for Research and Technology Hellas / Information Technologies Institute You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed Greece (AP) — Two migrants were killed and 30 were rescued in Greece Wednesday after a dinghy crashed into rocks in high winds on the island of Lesbos The incident occurred near the resort town of Thermi on the east of the island Authorities said many of those rescued were found in a remote area on land near the accident site apparently trying to make their own way to the nearest town A search was also launched at sea but it remained unclear whether others were missing Strong winds disrupted ferry traffic in many parts of Greece Wednesday Lesbos remains a transit point for illegal migration into the European Union despite rigorous patrolling by the Greek coast guard and the EU border protection agency Frontex WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney will have to navigate a delicate balance during his first in-person meeting with Donald Trump today A planned peaceful vacation has spiralled into a prolonged two-month ordeal for Ontario man David Bennett who remains stranded in the Dominican Republic despite having 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As the Toronto Maple Leafs busied themselves closing out a raucous 5-4 Game 1 victory over the nemesis Florida Panthers with backup goalie Joseph Woll holding fort and third-stringer.. A Canadian man arrested on vacation has been proven innocent Melissa Nakhavoly with why he is still being held in the Dominican Republic Warmer temperatures but showers are expected on-and-off for the next few days Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai has your seven-day forecast Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls on Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize a list of projects including the proposed Highway 401 tunnel Monday is calling for rain and thunderstorms Stella Acquisto has the long-range forecast listen to NewsRadio Toronto live anytime and get up-to-the-minute breaking-news alerts weather and video from CityNews Toronto anywhere you are – across all Android and iOS devices ThermiBreast is a nonsurgical, scar-free treatment that uses radiofrequency (RF) to treat mild sagging of the breasts and nipples with little downtime. Part of the Thermi family of treatments, which includes ThermiTight the treatment works by delivering RF energy under the patient’s skin causing it to contract and create a subtle lifting effect and because it stimulates new collagen production your breasts should continue to tighten for up to a year In early studies, ThermiBreast lifted the nipple anywhere from 1–5 cm [0.4–2 inches], but results vary, says Dr. Kenneth Bermudez Other doctors point out that it’s not possible to anticipate the degree of breast tightening prior to the procedure “It will contract and tighten skin, but the question is, how much?” says Fayetteville, North Carolina, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Edward Dickerson we’re talking about going against a mass effect of gravity It might tighten or maybe even up the breasts by about two centimeters [a little less than an inch] It will not give a significant effect in terms of enhancing volume or lifting the breasts where we’re changing the angle of the nipple.”  Many doctors on RealSelf recommend a healthy skepticism about the procedure saying that they haven’t seen it produce noticeable results There are only a handful of ThermiBreast reviews from RealSelf members, but one 40-year-old patient says the treatment is “awesome” and helped return her mildly sagging breasts to where they were in her early 30s scar-free way to modestly tighten and lift skin Subtle results may be noticeable immediately with continued improvement for up to a year The treatment can be performed on just one breast There’s no downtime; you can resume your regular activities the following day Good candidates are happy with their current breast size and have mild to moderate sagging of the breasts and nipples Results are unpredictable and can be very subtle The procedure is not a substitute for a surgical breast lift It won’t affect breast volume. If you want to restore lost volume, you’ll need to consider breast augmentation Breast tissue will continue to age and relax so results aren’t permanent—they typically last up to two years Follow-up treatments are required to maintain your results The price you pay will depend on your provider's level of experience and practice location local anesthesia is administered to the breasts a few tiny incisions are made near the areolas The Thermi probe is inserted under the patient’s skin through these incisions and used to deliver sustained RF energy at a calibrated temperature it causes collagen to contract and strengthen It also stimulates the creation of additional collagen The nipple area will feel tender initially and numbness of the breasts that usually resolves within a week but you may want to take a day or two off work The incisions heal with no visible scarring One RealSelf member reported developing a Mondor’s cord, which is an inflamed vein, following ThermiBreast. Mondor’s cord usually clears up over a couple of weeks of treatment with heat and ibuprofen, according to Munster, Indiana, plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Frank Some improvement may be seen immediately, but typically it takes about two to three months for patients to see results. According to San Antonio plastic surgeon Dr. Connie Hiers the tissue will continue to slowly tighten over a period of several months Full results become visible 6–12 months after treatment 2 before & after photos 100 doctors & clinics 7 questions asked ThermiBreast is a nonsurgical, scar-free treatment that uses radiofrequency (RF) to treat mild sagging of the breasts and nipples with little downtime. Part of the Thermi family of treatments, which includes ThermiTight In early studies, ThermiBreast lifted the nipple anywhere from 1–5 cm [0.4–2 inches], but results vary, says Dr. Kenneth Bermudez “It will contract and tighten skin, but the question is, how much?” says Fayetteville, North Carolina, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Edward Dickerson Many doctors on RealSelf recommend a healthy skepticism about the procedure There are only a handful of ThermiBreast reviews from RealSelf members, but one 40-year-old patient says the treatment is “awesome” and helped return her mildly sagging breasts to where they were in her early 30s The price you pay will depend on your provider's level of experience and practice location Some improvement may be seen immediately, but typically it takes about two to three months for patients to see results. 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What Cool Advantage Petite.The lowdown It’s the same CoolSculpting technology that weknow and love (a suctiony mouthpiece that freezes fat cells before evacuating them via the lymphatic system) CoolSculpting whizz Magda Szczukiewicz will apply a gel-soaked gauze to the offending flab The applicator is overlapped twice to treat the whole area It takes just over two hours.Pain factor The sensation varies from the icy shock of the gel-soaked gauze to the gradual numbing as the device rapidly cools (which feels like pins and needles) the ‘kneading’ of your frozen fat afterwards is less teeth-gritting than it used to be.Downtime Your arms will feel sensationally bruised be swollen for a few hours.Results Not an overnight sensation And three months is when you’ll see a real reduction in circumference Thrilling.Who to see Magda Szczukiewicz at the Cosmetic Skin Clinic,8 Devonshire Place What Tixel.The lowdown There is nothing particularly whizz-bang about this treatment; no high-frequency But we’re not talking about a bit of warmth – this is ‘thermal energy’ (a whopping 400°C) which sounds eye-watering but really does help to smooth a crinkly décolletage The heat is delivered through a titanium treatment head The tip of each pyramid is tiny – 120 microns thinner than a hair – and these microscopic points are what touch your skin and deliver the heat so precisely (and quickly – the heat penetrates the skin in 1/100th of a second) The ‘sizzle’ triggers a wound-and-heal response stimulating the fibroblasts (cells that produce collagen and elastin – the stuff that gives skin its spring) softening lines and restoring tightness.Pain factor The sensation is odd (like you’re being branded) but anaesthetic cream is applied beforehand The top of the breast or close to the arm might feel slightly more tender mercifully quick.Downtime The area feels immediately sunburnt (this lasts for 12 hours) a faint grid pattern is visible across the chest Put on a T-shirt and forget about it.Results After one month the skin on your chest looks smoother will keep things looking perky.Who to see Dr Harryono Judodihardjo at Belgravia Dermatology What Enlighten 111The lowdown The only thing that matches the pain of getting a tattoo in the first place is the colossal pain in the arse that is the process of getting rid of it Traditional lasers work by blasting the ink with intense amounts of heat energy causing the pigment to shatter (and a fair bit of pain and blistering) which transfer the same amount of energy but without the damage and Numbing cream is applied along with an ice pack until the area is pleasantly numb then the laser blasts the offending tattoo (brace yourself) with a loud SMACK It’s over in three minutes and that’s the worst of it.Pain factor There’s no sugar-coating this – it’s far from comfortable things feel completely normal and only a little tender when prodded.Downtime The treated area looks immediately white almost as if it were coated in a crust of salt leaving a faint red halo that subsides over the next two days.Results Most tattoos take at least six sessions to break down – an improvement on traditional lasers Be aware that treatment depends on the size and depth of the tattoo not the colour (as was previously the case – the Pico Genesis laser can treat all colours in one session) and it is erased – for good.Who to see Dr Sach Mohan at Revere Clinics What Plexr.The lowdown This isn’t a pretty treatment Plexris a handheld device (it looks like an electric toothbrush with a needle instead of bristles) that uses a focused beam of plasma energy (formed through the ionisation of atmospheric gas) to wound the top layer of skin without harming the stuff beneath The Plexr device is run above or beneath the eye area with absolute precision triggering an instant contraction of skin fibres to create a lifting The sound of sizzling as each minute ‘dot’ is seared into the skin is reminiscent of bacon.Pain factor Anaesthetic is injected locally whichis a good thing because the Plexr delivers a very uncomfortable shock-like sensation It’s over in 20 minutes and the sensationat the end is a mild tingling.Downtime Less than surgery but still significant Day one is all about swelling and redness – both from the treatment and the injected anaesthetic Days two to six bring a whole new meaning to the term ‘racoon eyes’ and the carbon crust that has formed over the treated area falls away SPF is essential and concealer can be used no sun for at least 30 days.Results A course of two to three treatments is advised for optimum results The new skin darkens to match normal skin colour within a fortnight.Who to see Dr Maryam Zamani at the Cadogan Clinic What Cellfina.The lowdown Cellulite takes many forms: impossible-to-shift pockets lurking beneath bottoms; hormone-induced accumulations on upper thighs and bumpy tummies that the trusty old Spanx just can’t cover up any more the newest treatment to smooth that orange peel there is local anaesthetic to the bottom (or thighs – it works well here too) then a handheld device that combines suction and a motorised needle is held over the marked dimpling The treatment works by hoovering the fatty deposit into the jaws of the device before the whizzy needle releases the stringy bands of connective tissue tethering the fat to the skin (thus creating the dimples) tauter appearance over the following weeks.Pain factor There’s local anaesthetic Grit your teeth and bear it (for about 40 minutes).Downtime You’ll feel super-sore for the rest of the day (so go home and don’t sit on your bottom if you can help it) This will last for approximately 24 hours and the area might bruise but – unless you plan to parade around in your pants – no one will notice.Results Quite remarkable The first signs of dimpling are reduced in a matter of days but the two-week mark is when you’ll see a definite improvement studies into Cellfina suggest that the results will last for two to three years but the technology is so new that who knows?Who to see Mr Apul Parikh at PHI Clinic What DNA Kinetic Face Lift.The lowdown Debbie Thomas This looks like a big white plastic gun from a Seventies sci-fi film before hyaluronic acid is blasted into the ‘micro-hole’ The procedure promotes collagen production The EnerJet can reach deeper levels of the epidermis It can be used to repair scar tissue and soften deep nose-to-mouth lines but the Kinetic Face Lift is about using the EnerJet to resculpt a sagging jawline and create lift around the eye area up behind the ears and into the hairline around the temples and might also be used in conjunction with a mild peel red-light therapy and other laser treatments A minimum of three sessions is suggested.Pain factor The EnerJet is not that painful – a pop of air into your skin – but starts to feel a bit relentless Expect roughly 200 shots.Downtime You can go straight out afterwards as long as the lighting is dark and you are with very good friends because you will have a series of raised red welts along your jaw that are impossible to hide with cover-up A few rows of little red dots remain for about five days but these will have disappeared within a week.Results After a session or two and people will keep telling you how young you look Which is always a good sign…Who to see Debbie Thomas at 25 Walton Street £750 per session; £2,000 for a course of three What Thermi 250.The lowdown Hands always give the game away: age spots But the Thermi 250 is set to change at leastone of those This snazzy new device (the latest from the Thermi stable which also includes ThermiVa – excellent for tightening things down below) works to thicken papery old backs of hands Simply by delivering radiofrequencyto the skin to a depth of four centimetres below the epidermis (deeper than any other device on the market) What looks like a stethoscope with a small flat treatment head at one end is run back and forth across the skin for approximately 30 minutes per hand The body’s reaction to this invisible ‘injury’ is to produce more collagen and elastin (crucial components in skin density andbounce) to heal the skin Four to six sessions are recommended,at least one week apart.Pain factor None the feeling of the applicator is pleasantly warm and rather relaxing.Downtime Again none though there might be minimal reddening immediately after the treatment (However this will fade after an hour or so).Results Rather impressive actually Skin feels springier after just one session Course complete and the backs of the hands appear more refined A good hand cream with a proper SPF will help them to stay that way for up to one year.Who to see Kully Doug at Mallucci London £400 per treatment; £2,200 for a course of six sessions What Black Laser Peel.The lowdown Sometimes not even the deepest most eye-wateringof extractions will dislodge the crap residing in your pores – all that accumulated grime and sebum and those dead skin cells uses a combination of laser and a charcoal-based mask to extract impurities The treatment begins with a quick cleanse before a thin layer of charcoal gel is painted onto your face and as the hand-held device is moved slowly across the skin it delivers energy pulses in short pops creating a heat reaction with the charcoal that literally lifts blockages straight from pores (Watching larger blackheads around the nose be dislodged is apparently rather gratifying.) A quick wipe of any lingering gel A freshly polished face is revealed.Pain factor The laser feels hot and tingly on the skin especially around sensitive areas (lips and near the eyes) is also slightly alarming (though you’re reassured that the smell is laser-on-charcoal a cooling gel takes the heat out of a hot complexion.Downtime Skin looks immediately pink and feels fiery but not so much that you can’t go about your business Things should have returned to normal by the end of the day.Results Give your face a good stroke (with clean fingers) And the glow is megawatt – with no dead skin cells which seem to have shrunk without any grimy blockages to prise them open Expect compliments.Who to see Dr Frances Prenna Jones has all sortsof modes (it can treat more than 30 skin conditions from acne to rosacea to pigmentation) – but it’s the ResurFX mode that’s got us excited It’s a fractional non-ablative laser that fires energy deep into the dermis (but without damaging the outer layer of skin) to rev up collagen and bring fresh new cells to the surface with minimal downtime The handset (it looks like a mini hairdryer with a ‘cool tip’) means the sensation of the laser on the skin is chilled It takes just over 20 minutes to do the whole face (or décolletage or backs of hands).Pain factor Every pulse of the laser feels like a little electric shockto the skin takes the edge off.Downtime Your face feels fiery for 30 minutes and will look pink for 24 hours while skin is rough to the touch for a few days not even your weirdly perceptive children.Results After four days skin is crystal clear and much commented on After two sessions it feels noticeably plumper and thicker are recommended.Who to seeJude Dunican at PHI Clinic For Tatler’s best Beauty & Cosmetic Surgery doctors, visit the Tatler Address Book News The cemetery of the Municipality of Thessaloniki and surrounds is overcrowded with a makeshift area having been created Around 300 new graves are marked with rudimentary white crosses a few flowers and small marble signings to show the resting place of many loved ones has been caused due to dozens of COVID-19 deaths in Northern Greece the place in Greece struck hardest by the pandemic For the victims of the pandemic the graves are as simple as possible the cemetery – like many in Athens – requires bodies to often be kept in the ground for three years before families pay for exhumation of their loved ones Their bones are then taken to a building known as an ossuary families pay a type of lease for bones to be kept until a better place is found or great grandchildren ‘let go’ of the memory and bones are pitted together in a communal resting place COVID-19 has worsened the situation and the municipality has had to seek new places for COVID-19 victims Dozens of new graves have been dug into the ground further away from the rest of the cemetery READ MORE: Expats in Greece, a dystopian setting during COVID-19 Lockdown 2.0 Images like this can also be seen at the regions of Thermi and Evosmo The situation doesn’t seem to be abating as 100 more deaths were announced in Greece overnight on Thursday with the tally now at 2,706 Both Sofwave and Ultherapy are non-invasive treatments utilizing ultrasound to firm and lift the skin These procedures involve applying ultrasound energy to the deeper skin layers effectively warming them and prompting the production of collagen and elastin The BTL EMTONE is the only device designed to treat all 5 contributing factors of cellulite - non-invasive with no downtime ThermiVa & Thermi's other RF devices receive next-generation upgrade providing more predictable results - faster and with more precision One of the most versatile aesthetic lasers in the industry Treats multiple conditions on all skin tones and colors A question arises: Is it possible for children to get plastic surgery Doctors describe it as a reproducible result for a chiseled jaw line or non-surgical necklift Restylane Lyft is the first HA 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contribute to the safe and efficient reopening of businesses across the UK and could support rebuilding the confidence of the general public to return to work.” Sign up to receive our popular Yorkshire & The Humber morning email for free Vefa Alexiadou passed away on Monday at the age of 91 after a period of hospitalization at Papageorgiou Hospital in Thessaloniki Her death brought sorrow to those who knew and admired her for her contributions to Greek cuisine and her lively presence on television Her cookbooks brought Greek flavors into countless homes The funeral service is being held at the Church of the Resurrection in Thermi followed by her burial at the Thessaloniki Municipal Cemetery Vefa Alexiadou was born in Volos in 1933 and became a leading figure in Greek gastronomy and a multifaceted personality she studied Chemistry at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and worked as a chemist before dedicating herself to cooking and publishing with successful cookbooks that elevated Greek cuisine internationally She became a household name in 1990 through her television appearances Her efforts to promote Greek gastronomy extended to her involvement with organizations like I.A.C.P mastering modern cooking and decoration methods she founded “Vefa’s House,” a business with 26 kitchenware stores her life was marked by profound personal losses including the passing of her husband Kostas Alexiadis recalling their decades-long friendship and her warm personality adding that her advice extended beyond cooking Her absence was deeply felt by those who admired her for her culinary expertise and her generous spirit no well-known TV personalities or public figures attended her funeral called it a shame that many who owed their careers to her were absent “It’s heartbreaking that such a pioneering figure passed away with so little recognition from the people she helped This should make us all reflect,” he remarked The family requested donations to “The Smile of the Child” instead of wreaths reflecting Vefa Alexiadou’s generous spirit Her legacy as a culinary icon and a pioneer of Greek gastronomy will remain unparalleled Vefa Alexiadou wasn’t just a chef; she was a cultural ambassador whose influence crossed borders Follow en.protothema.gr on Google News and be the first to know all the news See all the latest News from Greece and the World, the moment they happen, at en.protothema.gr