Mapo Dermatology Sopwave: If you're worried about cheek hollowing, be sure to know this

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Hello.

Improving the essence of skin with care,

Medical Director of Mind Dermatology Clinic

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

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“I have more fine lines around my eyes and mouth,

and I'm worried because my skin has lost elasticity.”

“Can I naturally improve just fine lines and elasticity?”

“Can the fine lines and elasticity be improved naturally?”

When I talk with patients, many of them bring up these concerns.

As aging progresses loss of collagen in the dermis reduces skin elasticity and can lead to fine linesthat may become more noticeable.

In these cases, instead of simply pulling the skin it is important to choose a procedure that matches the current skin condition and concerns.This is essential.

Today, for those looking into Mapo Dermatology Clinic,

I'll look at how Sofwave can be used to improve fine lines and skin elasticity.

Contents

Sofwave: how does it create thermal columns within the skin?
Why there is less concern about cheek hollowing: it comes down to the depth of energy delivery
The same face is different by area: why adjusting energy by region matters

1. Sofwave: how does it create thermal columns within the skin?

Sofwave operates based on a technology that delivers seven ultrasound beams in parallel.It is a lifting device.

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forms cylindrical thermal coagulation zones primarily around 1.5 mm below the skin surface in the mid-dermis to induce collagen remodeling,and

the key is helping to improve skin elasticity and fine lines.

Thermal stimulation induces collagen contraction and reorganization in the dermis, improving fine lines and laxity and helping to smooth skin texture.

Also A system that cools the skin surfaceThey work together, which can help reduce the epidermal burden from heat. ^^

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2. Why there is less concern about cheek hollowing,

It's about the energy delivery depth

People with less facial fat or thin skin may worry about developing cheek hollowing after a lifting procedure. They can be concerned.

Typical ultrasound lifting can target tissue at depths of about 3.0mm or 4.5mm depending on the tip used.

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By contrast, Sofwave primarily targets the mid-dermis, about 1.5mm below the skin surface,which is the difference.

Therefore, depending on whether your concern is sagging of deep tissues or fine surface wrinkles and loss of elasticity,you can consider the appropriate procedure.

Especially in areas where you want to preserve fat volume, such as the temples or the central cheek,

because it targets the dermal layer rather than the deep fat layer, there is a relatively lower risk of cheek hollowing due to fat loss,which is a characteristic.

However, suitability may vary according to individual skin thickness and fat distribution,so it is recommended to consult with the medical staff before the procedure. ^^

3. The same face, differently,

Why adjusting energy by area is important

Sofwave treatment should be planned taking into account skin thickness and the degree of fine wrinkles in each facial areais important.

This is because areas with thin skin, such as the periorbital and perioral regions, and areas of concern for loss of elasticity, such as the jawline and neck, can have different tissue characteristics and treatment goals.

Therefore, adjust the treatment area and energy intensity according to skin conditionand,

rather than applying unnecessarily strong energy or increasing the number of shots, it is important to create a treatment plan tailored to the skin thickness and concerns of each areais important.

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Fine wrinkles are not a change that stands out, but Causes that make the skin feel rougher and less firm than beforeThis can also occur.

Rather than automatically choosing intensive pulling treatments, please first consider what changes your skin currently needs.

Even if it seems like a small difference, finding the approach that suits your skin concerns is the start of careand can be the key.

I will provide care with sincerity.

Medical Director, Mind Dermatology

Dr. Lee Hong-seon.

Sofwave Q&A

Question	Answer
Q. Will the procedure cause severe pain or redness?	A. The skin surface cooling system helps reduce thermal load and pain. You may feel warmth during the procedure, and redness or swelling may appear afterward, but in most cases these are temporary.
Q. Is it suitable if I have little cheek fat and only worry about fine lines?	A. Sofwave primarily targets the mid-dermis rather than the deep fat layer. It aims to improve skin elasticity and fine lines, and is characterized by a relatively lower risk of cheek hollowing. However, suitability can vary depending on an individual's skin condition.
Q. When do results appear and how long do they last?	A. Collagen remodeling continues over several months after the procedure. Changes in skin elasticity and fine lines are usually observed over 2–3 months, and the duration of effect depends on skin condition and treatment parameters.

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