Sofwave results in Mapo Dermatology: When do they appear?

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August 4, 2026
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Hello,

I am the director of Mind Dermatology, committed to improving the essence of skin with care.

Director, Mind Dermatology Clinic

Dr. Hongseon Lee, a dermatologist with 17 years of experience.

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I've been hearing that Sofwave is good these days.

Do the effects appear immediately?

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This is one of the questions I often hear during consultations at our Mapo clinic.

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Sofwave results often appear gradually over 1–3 months rather than immediately after the procedure.

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This is because the procedure focuses on improving the skin's inherent elasticity rather than forcefully lifting the skin.

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Approximately 1–2 mm deeptime is required for new collagen and elastin production in the dermis.

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Today I'll share the questions most frequently asked by people considering SopWave at Mapo Dermatology

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When SopWave results appear and how it differs from UltheraI'll explain both.

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Mapo Dermatology

When SopWave effects appear

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SopWave effects can be broadlydivided into initial changes and changes from collagen regenerationwhich makes it easier to understand.

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Immediately after the procedurethere ultrasound thermal energycauses

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existing collagen to contract, so you may feel the skin texture becomes slightly more refined or firmer.

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On the other hand, the full improvement in elasticity that many expectusuallyappears gradually over 1–3 months after the procedure.

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This is because new collagen and elastin are produced and skin elasticity and texture gradually improve.

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Therefore,SopWaveis

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as the skin goes through its own recovery time,a lifting that produces change naturally,is a good way to understand it.

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Rather than judging the effect by looking in the mirror the day after the procedure,

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it is important to observe the process of skin regeneration together.

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Mapo Dermatology Clinic Sofwave

What's the difference from Ulthera?

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Because Sofwave also uses ultrasound, many people think it's the same kind of lifting as Ulthera.

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However,using the same ultrasound does not mean they work in the same way.

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Ulthera stimulates the deep SMAS layer of the skin to lift tissue that has sagged due to gravity.

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On the other hand, Sofwave is a lifting that targets the dermis at approximately 1–2 mm depth and focuses on increasing the skin's own elasticity,rather than lifting from the deep layer.

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In other words,the two procedures use ultrasound but have different goals.

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If Ulthera focuses on lifting the facial contour,

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Sofwave is closer to a lifting that improves skin thickness, elasticity, and texture.이에요.

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When people think of procedures to improve skin elasticity, they often think of radiofrequency.

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Although Sofwave uses ultrasound, in terms of improving skin elasticity,

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it can be understood as pursuing a direction similar to radiofrequency lifting.

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Mapo Dermatology Clinic Sofwave,

who is it better suited for?

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At Mapo Dermatology, Sofwave is not a lifting that creates dramatic change immediately after the procedure,

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but a treatment closer to a process in which the skin produces collagen on its own and gradually regains elasticity.입니다.

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However, to expect such changes,

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it is necessary to first confirm whether my skin concerns are a good match for Sofwave.해요.

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This is because the type of lifting needed differs depending on whether loss of skin elasticity is the main concern or sagging of facial contours is the bigger issue.

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Therefore, at Mind Dermatology,

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I, a board-certified dermatologist, personally check the skin condition and facial structure,

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and together diagnose whether Sofwave is appropriate or if another lifting such as Ulthera is more suitable.

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More than the name of the device,confirming the treatment direction that suits your skin firstcan lead to more satisfactory results.

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

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We will provide care with sincerity.

Medical Director, Mind Dermatology

Hongseon Lee.

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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 after consulting with medical staff.

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