Hapjeong Dermatology Clinic Thermage: If you're worried about cheek hollows, check 'this' which is more important than the number of shots

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“I want a lifting procedure, but

I'm also worried about cheek hollows,

and I'm curious about how many shots suit me.”

As we age and skin elasticity decreases and pores or fine lines become more noticeable, people consider lifting procedures.

Especially if you have little facial fat, concerns about cheek hollowness can be greater.

If you're considering procedures for this concern, it's good to look at the differences between each procedure.

Today, the mechanism of Thermage, the appropriate number of shots, and considerations during the procedurewe will examine these.

Contents

How does Thermage's radiofrequency energy work within the skin?
300 shots versus 600 shots, what criteria should be used to choose?
Thermage's cooling system, how it reduces discomfort

1. Thermage's radiofrequency energy

How does it act within the skin?

Thermage is a monopolar radiofrequency lifting device that uses 6.78 MHz radiofrequency energyIt is.

When radiofrequency energy is delivered to the skin, including the dermis, heat is generated in the tissuesand,

in this process, contraction and remodeling of collagen fibers are inducedand occur.

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The immediate feeling of skin tightening after the procedure can also be related to these responses.

Afterwards, over several months, as collagen remodeling proceeds, gradual changes in skin elasticity and fine wrinklesmay appear.

It's not simply making the skin surface temporarily hydrated, but a method that delivers thermal stimulation to collagen within the skin to induce improvement in elasticityThat's right.

However, the degree of change can vary depending on skin condition and individual differences,

so it's necessary to first assess whether the current concern is decreased skin elasticity, fine lines, or due to another cause A preliminary evaluation is required.

2. 300 shots and 600 shots,

what criteria should be used to choose?

When learning about Thermage, many people wonder which to choose between 300 shots and 600 shots There are many people concerned about this.

In general, the number of shots is decided by considering the treatment area, skin condition, and the areas you want to improve, and so on.

Whether the concern is overall facial laxity,

or whether the goal is to improve fine lines and skin texture in specific areas, the required treatment plan may differ.

Summary of treatments by skin concern

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That said, a higher number of shots does not necessarily mean greater effect.

What matters more than fulfilling a fixed number of shots is delivering energy according to the treatment purpose.

If you have little cheek fat or relatively thin skin in particular, you need to consider facial fat distribution and skin thickness together.

3. Thermage's cooling system,

Principle for reducing pain burden

Since it is a procedure that delivers radiofrequency energy into the skin, managing the heat sensation and pain that occur during the procedureis also important.

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Thermage includes a cooling system and a vibration function to protect the skin surfaceare applied.

The cooling function helps reduce the thermal load on the skin surfaceproviding, The vibration function helps alleviatediscomfort felt during the procedure.

However, this feature does not completely eliminate pain, and you may still feel warmth or soreness during the treatment.

Before the procedure, it is important to be fully informed about the expected level of pain and possible reactions, and to have a treatment plan suited to your skin conditionis important.

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Because each person's skin condition differs, it is important to confirm, through thorough consultation, a treatment plan suitable for you and the changes you can expect.

At Mind Dermatology Clinic, rather than focusing on meeting a fixed number of shots,

Deliver energy to the required areas according to the treatment purposeWe consider this to be important.

Before the procedure, we fully explain the expected changes and precautions, and plan the treatment approach to minimize unnecessary irritationas part of our process.

We will provide care with sincerity.

Mind Dermatology Clinic, Chief Physician

Lee Hong-seon.

<Thermage Q&A>

Question	Answer
Q. How much pain and downtime can be expected with Thermage treatment?	A. You may feel heat or an aching sensation during the procedure; cooling and vibration features help reduce discomfort. Temporary erythema or swelling may occur after the procedure, but most patients can return to daily activities quickly.
Q. If I have little cheek fat, could Thermage cause cheek hollowing after treatment?	A. Thermage is a procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to induce collagen remodeling. However, even with little cheek fat, changes in fat are not completely impossible, so it is best to make a careful decision after assessing facial fat distribution and skin condition.
Q. When do Thermage effects appear and how long do they last?	A. You may feel tightening immediately after the procedure, and changes from collagen remodeling can be observed over 2–6 months afterwards. The duration of effect can vary depending on skin condition and the degree of aging progression.

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