ONDA Lifting Effects and Side Effects: How Long Are Swelling & Pain Normal?

Hello,

I’m Kim Ha-won from Beauty’s Doctor.

“After the procedure, my face

looks even more swollen.

Is this okay?”

“If the pain

is still present,

is it a side effect of ONDA lifting?”

After receiving ONDA lifting,

before you even check in the mirror,

swelling, warmth, or a dull,

aching pain may catch your attention first.

When you search online, you may find explanations saying that there is no significant recovery period,

but the reactions you actually experience

can vary depending on skin thickness, the treatment area,

and the energy used.

What matters is not simply whether symptoms are present,

but whether they are fading over time,

or becoming worse instead.

3-Line Summary

1. Mild redness,

warmth, swelling, and tenderness may

appear temporarily after the procedure.

2. Most symptoms

decrease over time, but if the pain or

area of redness expands, evaluation is needed.

3. ONDA lifting effects

should be assessed accurately by comparing photos taken under the same conditions

after the initial swelling has settled.

1. Why Do Swelling and Pain Occur After ONDA Lifting?

ONDA is a device that uses 2.45 GHz

microwave energy to target the subcutaneous tissue and skin elasticity.

The handpiece features a continuous cooling system

designed to reduce excessive heat on the skin’s surface.

However,

this does not mean that no reaction

will occur after the procedure.

As thermal energy is delivered

into the skin,

temporary redness and a warm sensation,

as well as mild swelling or tenderness when pressed,

may occur.

In particular, areas such as under the chin, where there is a lot of movement

and the skin and fat layers are thin,

may feel heavier when

talking or chewing food.

2. How Much Can Be Considered a Normal Recovery Response?

When distinguishing ONDA lifting side effects,

rather than focusing on exactly how many days they last,

it is better to first observe whether things are improving

day by day.

Mild redness and warmth that appear immediately after the procedure,

a swollen feeling,

tingling, and tenderness

may be temporary recovery responses

if they gradually fade over time.

Relevant recommendations also explain that

itching, reduced sensation, warmth, tenderness,

redness, and swelling

may occur temporarily

and generally improve within several days.

In some clinical studies involving

the area under the chin,

participants experienced little discomfort during the procedure,

and no notable adverse reactions were observed.

However, this should not be taken as grounds

to conclude that ONDA lifting side effects

never occur at all.

3. If You Notice These Changes, Contact the Clinic

Even if the swelling and

pain seem the same, the situation is different

if they are worse today than yesterday.

If the pain gradually becomes deeper and more intense,

if the redness and warmth spread to the surrounding area,

or if blisters, discharge,

or a clear change in skin color appears,

do not wait—contact the medical institution where you received the procedure.

If swelling is especially severe on one side

or reduced sensation persists,

or if movement around the mouth differs from usual

or swallowing becomes uncomfortable,

further evaluation is also needed.

In addition, intense warmth and severe erythema,

blisters, or deep pain

are presented as signs that energy application should be stopped

and the condition checked.

Do not apply hot compresses on your own

or try to relieve the symptoms with vigorous massage.

Record the time the symptoms began and how they change

in photographs, and share them with the medical staff.

4. Can You Assess the Results While There Is Swelling?

Immediately after the procedure

is when it is easiest to misjudge the effects of ONDA lifting.

When swelling occurs,

the face may look fuller than before,

making you feel that the treatment was ineffective.

Conversely,

you may mistake the temporarily tightened appearance of the skin

for the final result.

First, allow the swelling and warmth to subside sufficiently,

then compare the volume under the chin, the definition of the jawline,

and the degree of folding when you lower your head

under the same lighting and from the same angle.

In a clinical study on ONDA treatment under the chin,

the effects were assessed not immediately after the procedure,

but 12 weeks after the final treatment

using photographs and evaluation scales.

In other words, the appropriate time to assess ONDA lifting effects

is not based on how you look in the mirror after one or two days,

but on changes observed over several weeks after recovery.

In Conclusion

The criteria for distinguishing ONDA lifting side effects

are not based on a single symptom.

Even mild swelling and pain require evaluation

if they worsen over time,

but even if you felt uncomfortable at first,

you may watch the recovery process a little longer

if the symptoms are becoming milder each day.

If you are considering ONDA lifting,

ask not only about the expected effects before the procedure,

but also what reactions may occur,

when you should contact the clinic,

and when comparisons should be made.

Knowing the recovery process in advance

can help reduce unnecessary worry

and prevent you from overlooking signs

that require evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Is redness on the day of the procedure a side effect?

Mild redness and warmth

may occur temporarily.

Please monitor whether their range and intensity

are decreasing.

Q2. Is it normal for it to hurt when pressed?

Mild tenderness or aching

may be felt during the recovery process.

However, if it hurts even when you are resting

or the pain gradually worsens, you should contact the clinic.

Q3. How long does swelling from ONDA lifting last?

It may generally fade over several days,

but this can vary depending on the condition of the skin and the treatment area.

If it does not decrease after several days

or is severe on only one side, evaluation is needed.

Q4. When is it best to start comparing changes?

It is better to compare changes weekly

after the swelling has settled rather than immediately after the procedure.

Taking photos under the same lighting and from the same angle

can help you check changes in the jawline.

Thank you for reading this lengthy post.

This was Kim Ha-won from Beauty’s Doctor.