Omokgyo Dermatology Clinic Thermage FLX: When Do the Effects Begin? Including Duration and Number of Shots

Omokgyo Dermatology Clinic Thermage FLX,

When Do the Effects Begin? Including Duration and Number of Shots

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Hello.

This is U&I Clinic, Mokdong Branch.

Thermage FLX

"Does my face lift immediately after receiving Thermage?"

"I’ve also seen reviews saying the effects were less noticeable than expected."

"How many shots do I need to expect results?"

When speaking with people considering Thermage FLX at Omokgyo Dermatology Clinic, some say they are hesitant because they have read reviews stating that there was not much change immediately after the procedure.

Many people also wonder how many shots they need, when the effects begin, and how long they last.

However, Thermage FLX is not a procedure that immediately tightens the skin. It works by inducing collagen remodeling within the skin, so the process of change can be different as well.

Today, Omokgyo Dermatology Clinic will explain in detail the treatment principles of Thermage FLX, when its effects appear, and what to check before the procedure.

Table of Contents

• Principles of improving skin elasticity

• When do the effects begin?

• Points to check before the procedure

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Principles of Improving Skin Elasticity

The reason skin elasticity decreases with age is not simply that the amount of collagen decreases.

Over time, the skin’s supporting structures, including collagen and elastin in the dermal layer, may gradually become looser, weakening the skin’s ability to support itself.

Because these changes occur in the deeper layers of the skin, improvement through cosmetics alone may be limited.

Thermage FLX is a lifting procedure that delivers radiofrequency (RF) energy to the dermal layer, creating thermal stimulation within the skin.

The delivered heat forms small areas of thermal coagulation in the dermal layer, and collagen remodeling takes place as the skin recovers from this stimulation.

In other words, rather than physically pulling the skin, the key principle of Thermage FLX is to create an environment in which the skin can restore its elasticity on its own.

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When Do the Effects Begin?

The changes that appear immediately after Thermage FLX and those that appear over time may differ somewhat.

Immediately after the procedure, existing collagen that has responded to the heat may temporarily contract, making the skin appear smoother or feel firmer.

On the other hand, the improvement in elasticity that many people expect is related to collagen remodeling that takes place afterward.

In general, collagen remodeling takes place over approximately two to three months, while the duration of the effects can also vary from person to person depending on skin condition and the degree of aging.

Responses may also differ depending on skin thickness, the extent of reduced elasticity, lifestyle habits, sun exposure, and whether previous lifting procedures have been performed.

Therefore, when evaluating the effects, it is important to consider changes over a certain period rather than looking only at the period immediately after the procedure.

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Points to Check Before the Procedure

During consultations, the question we receive most often is, "How many shots do I need?"

Procedures for the entire face are often performed using several hundred shots, depending on the tip used and the treatment plan.

However, the actual number of shots needed should be determined by considering the skin thickness, the extent of reduced elasticity, the treatment areas, and other factors together.

Even with the same number of shots, results may differ depending on whether they are used evenly across the entire face or concentrated in areas with greater sagging.

It is also advisable to check whether genuine tips are used and whether the specified number of shots is used according to the treatment plan.

Heat or pain may occur during the procedure, and the treatment may be performed while adjusting the intensity according to each person’s skin sensitivity.

Therefore, it is important to assess your current skin condition through a thorough consultation and establish an appropriate treatment area and treatment plan.

Today, we discussed Thermage FLX at Omokgyo Dermatology Clinic.

Mokdong U&I Clinic

Thermage FLX is a lifting procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to induce collagen regeneration within the skin.

The timing of changes and the duration of the effects may vary from person to person depending on skin condition, the degree of aging, and other factors.

Therefore, a thorough consultation to assess your current skin condition and establish a treatment plan suited to you may help improve satisfaction.

This was Kim Jinhyun, Medical Director of U&I Clinic, Mokdong Branch.

Thank you.

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