Characteristics of a face that responds well to Onda lifting in Mapo <Written by a dermatologist>

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April 27, 2026
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Hello.

I am the Medical Director of Mind Dermatology,

who improves the essence of skin with sincerity.

I am Hongseon Lee, a dermatologist with 17 years' experience.

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In practice, I often hear comments like this:

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"Doctor, I had Onda lifting

because I was told it works well for a double chin,

but I don't see as much change as I expected.."

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Even when people receive the same procedure, some say their facial contours look more defined while others say they don't notice much change.

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This difference is not simply a matter of whether the procedure is good or bad.

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In fact,'what kind of face it was applied to'often determines the outcome much more often ^^

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From now on, I willexplain in detail the principles of Mapo Onda Lifting and which facial types tend to respond particularly well,

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so please focus for just 3 minutes and follow along with me ^^

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01. Onda Lifting,

what kind of procedure is it?

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Mapo Onda Lifting is a procedure that uses 2.45GHz microwave energy.

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Its main mechanisms of action are essentially twofold.

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  • First, it damages adipocyte membranes to reduce the amount of fat.

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  • Second, thermal stimulation causes collagen in the dermis to contract and promotes regeneration.

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In other words,you can think of it as experiencing both fat reduction and tightening at the same time.^^

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Therefore, not only do you see immediate tightening and fat-reduction effects with firmer skin right after the procedure,

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butover3–5 weeks,

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you can also experience gradual improvement in elasticity for an extended period.

I've heard it causes less pain compared to other lifting procedures..!

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Yes, Onda is well known as a procedure with relatively low pain.

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This is because the fat layer primarily targeted by the microwave energy has relatively few sensory nerves.

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Compared to devices that target the dermis and SMAS layer such as Ulthera and Thermage, it is inevitable that it may feel relatively less painful.

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Moreover, the device itself is equipped with a cooling system.

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Because this system protects the epidermis and helps reduce pain, many procedures are actually performed without anesthesia.

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02. Effects of Onda lifting

Which faces benefit especially well?

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Is there a particular type for which Mapo Onda lifting works especially well?

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Yes, there is.

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For Mapo Onda lifting,the single most important factor that determines satisfaction is the 'fat type'.입니다.

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The more subcutaneous fat a person has, the more likely the effect will be satisfactory.

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If you pinch the area on your cheeks or under the jaw with your hand and feel soft flesh,

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then Onda lifting is relatively more likely to show good results.

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However, there are also cases where the effect is limited.

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If there is a lot of deep, firm fat, or if decreased skin elasticity rather than fat is the primary cause of the problem, the results may fall short of expectations.

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03. If there is no effect,

what might be the problem?

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So what exactly was the problem for those who didn't see an effect?

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In many cases this is more an issue of how it was applied than the procedure itself:

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1) Incorrect diagnosis

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The most common cause is failing to clearly distinguish the fat type.입니다.

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For example, if deep fat predominates and Onda lifting alone is performed, it can be difficult to see as much change as expected.

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What you need is a precise plan tailored to your skin and fat typeExperienced medical staffis the most important reason to meet them^^

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2) Insufficient number of treatments

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Onda lifting is a procedure that accumulates thermal energy to gradually induce fat destruction and collagen regeneration.

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Some people notice changes after just one session,

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but for a firmer, more sculpted line,we generally recommend 3 or more sessions at 3–4 week intervals,of repeated treatments.

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Onda is a procedure where results can vary dramatically depending on who performs it and how it is used,.

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No matter how well-known a treatment is, whether it's right for you is a different matter.

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So please carefully consider, based on the information I shared today, whether Mapo Onda lifting would truly be effective for you.

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If it's difficult to decide, consulting with experienced medical staff without pressure may be a good option^^

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Thank you for reading to the end today.

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I will treat you sincerely.

Mind Dermatology Chief Physician

This was Hongseon Lee.

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📢 Notice

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AlwaysMind Dermatologythank you for trusting and visiting us

Sincere thanks to everyone.

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Mind Dermatology Clinic

We do not view the skin simply as something to be improved,

but aim to accurately understand the current condition of the skin,

and provide care that considers the treatment direction together with the patient.

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After carefully checking each patient's skin condition,

we fully explain why a particular treatment is necessary,

without excess and without overexertion,

to achieve natural and stable changes.

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and our schedule is filling up quickly.

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P.S.

Thank you to those who read this post to the end,

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and if you say “I saw this on the blog!”,

we will note it during your consultation.​

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※ This post was prepared in compliance with Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Medical Service Act.

All medical procedures may yield different results depending on the individual's condition; please make decisions only after consulting with medical staff.

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