Sofwave is a device developed by Sofwave Medical in Israel.
Its core technology, SUPERB, involves multiple ultrasound beams.
Instead of focusing on a single point, it delivers them broadly in a direction parallel to the skin.
Thanks to this method, it is possible to treat relatively large areas at once, which is one of Sofwave's advantages.
What concerns can it address?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved this device in several stages. Starting with facial wrinkles in 2019, it was approved for eyebrow lifting, and improvement of under-chin/neck wrinkles. In 2022, the scope of approval was expanded to include cellulite.
As it has received FDA approval, Sofwave is an effective treatment for various concerns such as neck wrinkles, cellulite, and fine line improvement.
Sofwave's 7 transducers
Three features of Sofwave.
First, 7 transducers work simultaneously, allowing for efficient treatment of large areas.
Second, the contact cooling function is designed to protect the epidermis, significantly reducing the risk of burns. Based on my experience, it feels much safer regarding burns compared to radiofrequency devices like Thermage/Oligio. I haven't encountered a single burn case so far.
Third, you can return to daily life with almost no downtime. While some redness may occur after the procedure, it usually subsides within a few hours.
However, compared to other lifting treatments, there is a drawback of slightly more pain during the procedure. But this pain is manageable with anesthesia or various other methods. In fact, almost all patients I have treated complete the procedure without significant pain. Pain management methods vary by clinic, so it would be helpful to check if the clinic offers a variety of pain management options.
We will return with Part 2 in the next post.
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