The Vertebral Column. The vertebral column (spine) is made up of 33 different bones, called vertebrae. The first 24 vertebrae are called articulating and the last 9 are called fused.. In addition to the distrinction between articulating and fused, vertebrae are divided into five different categories.
Skin Tightening Cost. Typical costs: Skin tightening treatments using radiofrequency (RF), infrared light (IR) or a combination-- for example, Thermage, ReFirme and Titan -- typically cost $1,000 to $4,000 for one to five treatments.
Cost. The cost of ThermageÂ® skin tightening is one of its chief advantages. Averaging between $1000 and $5000, ThermageÂ® ThermaCoolÂ® treatment is considerably less expensive than surgical facial rejuvenation alternatives, such as face lift, which can total $10,000 or more.Also, many dermatologists make payment plans and other financing options available for ThermageÂ® patients.hermageÂ® treatment has the advantage of being a non-surgical procedure using relatively inexpensive equipment in a quick and simple treatment process. As a result, the average cost of ThermageÂ® is around $2000 - much less than surgical face lifts and laser skin tightening.