Sinchon Station Dermatology: Is Sofwave okay if I have little facial fat?

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September 8, 2026
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“I want to get Sofwave,

is it okay if I have little facial fat?”

“I want elasticity treatment but I'm worried about cheek sagging.”

This is a common question from people considering Sofwave.

Sofwave doesn't directly reduce subcutaneous fat, but that doesn't mean it's well suited for everyone who has little facial fat.

Causes of a sagging appearance of the faceDecreased skin elasticityNot only that,fat and soft tissue, bone structure, and facial volumeall these factors together have an effect.

Today I’ll explain how Sofwave works and what skin concerns it can be considered for.

How does Sofwave work?

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Sofwave

is a device that uses SUPERB™ technology to deliver multiple ultrasound beams in parallel to the dermis at about 1.5 mm depthand

applies thermal stimulation to the dermisto induce contraction and alteration of collagen fibersand

during the subsequent recovery process of the skinthrough the production and reorganization of collagen and elastinitcan help improve skin elasticity and fine wrinkles.

An important point is the depth of action.

Because it primarily targets the dermis, it differs from lifting methods that directly reduce subcutaneous fat or target the fascia/muscle layer.

Can people with little facial fat receive it?

Because Sofwave does not directly reduce subcutaneous fat,

people with low facial volume can still consider it for skin tightening.

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However,you can't assume that 'a thin face = Sofwave is automatically appropriate.'

If a sunken-looking face is due to fat loss or skeletal features rather than decreased skin elasticity,

Sofwave won't fill in the missing volume.

On the other hand, if the skin has thinned and lost elasticity,and fine wrinkles or skin laxity are a concern,it can be considered.

Is more Sofwave always better?

When researching lifting devices,people wonder how many sessions are needed and with what energy level,but

it's difficult to judge the appropriateness of a procedure by numbers alone.

Even on the same face, the areas around the eyes, cheeks, mouth, and jawlinediffer in skin thickness and sensitivity,and the degree of elasticity loss also varies by area.

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Therefore, rather than treating a wide area uniformly,

it's important to assess which area needs what level of stimulation,and to adjust the treatment range and energy accordingly.That process is important.

Also, because this is a procedure that uses thermal energy, it is not without pain or heat sensation.

A cooling system to protect the skin surfaceis used, butsome discomfort may occur depending on the individual's pain sensitivity.You may feel this.

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Lifting, for every person

does not produce the same effect.

No matter how well-regarded a device is,

if it doesn't suit the patient's facial bone structure or sagging, suggesting other alternativesI believe that is also our role.

True responsible care begins with not pushing procedures that aren't necessary.

If it's hard to judge what changes your face needs on your own, rather than worrying alone, please have your current skin condition examined carefully.

I will treat you with sincerity.

Chief Medical Director, Mind Dermatology Clinic

Hongseon Lee.


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