Gongdeok-dong Dermatology Sofwave: Check 'this' before lifting

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July 9, 2026
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After accurately diagnosing the skin condition,

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we propose treatments tailored to each individual's concerns.

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Onda, Soprano Titanium, Sofwave, Potenza, etc.

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we provide a comfortable clinical environment,

and for foreign patients,

we also offer Chinese interpretation services.

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Hello.

I am the medical director of Mind Dermatology,

Lee Hong-seon,

a dermatologist with 17 years of experience.

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Lately, quite a few patients come to consultations having already looked into Sofwave.

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When considering lifting procedures, concerns about pain or volume loss complications are often large,

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so many people seem to be interested in Sofwave, which is relatively known to be less painful and safe.

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Sofwave is indeed a very good device.

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However, it does not produce the same dramatic results for everyone.

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Today, as a physician, I will explain in simple terms how Sofwave works,

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and who might truly benefit from this treatment.

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Please focus for a moment :)

Gongdeok-dong Dermatology

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How does Sofwave work?

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While well-known lifting devices like Ulthera target very deep layers of the skin, such as the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system),

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Sofwave targets the layer above that—the dermis (about 1.5 mm deep).

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The fundamental reason skin loses elasticity and develops fine wrinkles is a decrease in dermal collagen.

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Sofwave's ultrasound energy precisely stimulates this dermal layer,helping the skin produce new collagen on its own.

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Because it does not affect the subcutaneous fat layer, a common side effect of lifting procedures—cheek hollowness—is not a concern, and

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its skin-surface cooling function is excellent, so pain, post-treatment swelling, and redness tend to be minimal.

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It's a very good procedure for naturally reinforcing skin firmness without interfering with daily life.

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This can be a good option for people like these:

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  • Those concerned about sagging

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If the skin is generally starting to loosen and the jawline is becoming blurred,you may expect improvement in skin elasticity.을 기대해 보실 수 있어요.

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  • Those who need fine wrinkle improvement

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The dermal layer targeted by Sofwave is also the layer where fine wrinkles form.

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As collagen is replenished and skin thickness is restored,you can see a natural softening of fine wrinkles.를 보실 수 있죠.

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  • For those who want a natural change

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After the procedurecollagen is produced over a period of timeso it is suitable for those who prefer a process that changes naturally.

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On the other hand, Sofwave may not be suitable in some cases

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To be honest as a physician, not all sagging can be resolved with Sofwave alone.

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If the deep cheek area beside the mouth is heavily sagging or the jawline has noticeably collapsed,​

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the cause is that a deeper fascial layer, not the skin surface, has become lax.

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In such cases, a treatment that targets deeper layers like Ulthera may be necessary rather than Sofwave which targets mainly the dermis, or

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the two procedures may need to be combined to achieve the desired effect.

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Also, sometimes the face looks hollowed not from sagging but from loss of facial volume due to aging.​

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In that situation, instead of repeatedly doing lifting lasers, it's wiser to first restore the lacking volume with filler or skin boosters.

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Ultimately, lifting is not about which device is newer or superior.

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"Whether the cause of my facial sagging is loss of elasticity, loss of volume, or a structural issue"accurately identifying that and applying the appropriate treatment is the key.

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If you insist on a trendy device without properly identifying the cause, it's hard to get the expected result and you end up wasting valuable time and money.

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Therefore, I do not make exaggerated recommendations that something is unconditionally good.

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I examine the patient's face directly, palpate by hand, diagnose the skin condition precisely, and honestly recommend only the necessary treatments.

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If a case is unlikely to see benefit, I politely advise against it and suggest a more suitable alternative,

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which has been my treatment principle for 17 years.

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at any time.

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I will provide care with sincerity.

Chief Director, Mind Dermatology Clinic

This was Hongseon Lee.

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📢 Notice

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AlwaysMind Dermatology Clinicwho trust and visit

We sincerely thank all of you.

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Mind Dermatology Clinic does not simply

stop at improving the skin,

but accurately assesses the current skin condition and

considers the treatment direction that suits the patient together.

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Recently, there have been many consultations and booking inquiries,

and the schedule is filling up quickly.

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If you make a reservation before visiting,

a smoother consultation is possible.

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PS.

We appreciate those who read this post to the end,

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and if you say, "I saw your blog!",

we will take note of it during the consultation.

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Mind Dermatology Clinic

3rd Floor, KT Plaza Building, 3 Yanghwa-ro 18-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

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This post was prepared in compliance with Article 56(1) of the Medical Service Act.

All medical procedures may produce different results depending on individual conditions; please make decisions only after consulting with healthcare professionals.

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