Sofwave in Gangnam, Part 2: How It Works and Who It May Suit
Hello. This is Dr. Ha Jaeseon, medical director of PO:VE Clinic.
Sofwave is a procedure that stimulates collagen, which decreases with age, using ultrasound to induce new production.
Why does elasticity decrease?
Dermal collagen decreases by about 1% each year after adulthood,
and elastin is hardly synthesized anew after adulthood,
making it difficult to recover once damaged.
Sofwave stimulates the production of these two components
using ultrasound.
How Sofwave Works
It delivers 7 ultrasound beams simultaneously
to create a thermal stimulus at a depth of approximately 1.5mm in the dermis.
While cooling the surface, it provides a thermal stimulus of about 60-70 degrees Celsius
at a depth of 1.5mm in the dermal layer.
In the area where heat is delivered,
the body's self-healing response begins,
and in that process, new collagen and elastin are generated.
Procedure Process?
Anesthesia cream is applied for over 40 minutes before the procedure.
Sofwave is not a procedure with less pain compared to other lifting treatments,
so it is essential to ensure sufficient anesthesia time.
The energy is set differently for each area within the range of 3.0-3.8J,
and the procedure is performed with about 50% overlap
to avoid excessive overlap on the same spot.
The total procedure time varies from 25 minutes to over 40 minutes,
depending on the area and the number of pulses.
If the recommended energy is lowered due to pain, the thermal stimulus may not be sufficient.
Therefore, it is advisable to check if the clinic offers various anesthesia methods
to help comfortably reach the target energy.
In my case, I use LDM before anesthesia, over 40 minutes of anesthesia time,
a cooling device, nerve blocks, pain infusion, etc., to minimize pain
while maximizing the intensity.
I personally found it painful when I received it.
Since it is a painful procedure, thorough anesthesia is necessary
to ensure sufficient intensity can be delivered.
Who is it for?
Generally, Sofwave is recommended for those with:
Severe fine wrinkles
Sagging cheeks, jawline, or neck
Drooping eyebrows
Cellulite
Thin skin
If you are concerned about the above issues and are over 22 years old, you are a primary candidate for Sofwave. However, the procedure may be limited if there are wounds or severe acne in the treatment area. Also, it is not recommended during pregnancy.
Additionally, regarding frequently asked questions:
Q. Does the effect appear immediately after the procedure?
A. No. It takes time for the body to produce new collagen,
so the effects become noticeable after about 3-4 weeks.
Q. Can people in their 30s and 40s receive it?
A. Yes, anyone over 22 years old meets the age requirement.
However, it is best to consult with a doctor to determine if it is truly necessary.
Thank you for reading this long post.
If you have any further questions, please leave a comment, and I will answer them when I have time.
