Profound
A premium procedure that stimulates deep skin layers with microneedle RF energy, providing excellent elasticity improvement and lifting effects.
What it is
| What it is | Profound RF delivers RF energy directly to the precise depth of the dermal layer through microneedles. Clinical studies have reported a significant increase in collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production after just one treatment. Among non-surgical lifting procedures, it offers a high level of skin elasticity improvement. Although a recovery period is required, it provides equally powerful results. |
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| Who it may suit | Improved skin elasticity, facial lifting, collagen and elastin production, wrinkle reduction 개선을 원하는 분은 의료진 상담을 통해 적합성을 확인할 수 있습니다. |
| Effect duration | 1-2 sessions (12-month interval) |
| Treatment time | 60-90 minutes |
| Recovery time | 5-7 days |
| Side effects and precautions | Swelling and bruising may occur for 5-7 days after the procedure. Ensure sufficient recovery time before important events. Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, and alcohol for 1 week after the procedure. |
| Recommended sessions and interval | 1-2 sessions (12-month interval) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does the Profound procedure take?
- The Profound procedure takes 45 to 60 minutes for the lower face, and including local anesthesia, the total visit time is approximately 2 hours. Because needles are inserted into the dermal layer to deliver radiofrequency energy, local anesthesia or sedation anesthesia is required. At Star Dermatology in Seomyeon, Busan, suitability is discussed after a careful review of your skin condition and treatment plan.
- What is the recovery period for Profound?
- Swelling and bruising may occur after Profound, requiring a recovery period of about 5 to 10 days. Needle marks disappear within 2 to 3 days, but it takes 1 to 2 weeks for swelling to completely subside, so it is recommended to plan with some schedule flexibility.
- How long do the effects of Profound last?
- Profound is known to provide lasting effects for 1 to 2 years with 1 treatment. By simultaneously stimulating the production of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, it tends to have a longer maintenance period among lifting treatments.
- Which is better, Ultherapy Prime or Profound?
- If you want lifting without downtime, Ultherapy Prime is considered, whereas if you want to strongly improve deep wrinkles and sagging even with a recovery period, Profound is considered. Profound involves needles inserted directly into the dermis, resulting in greater stimulation intensity and a longer maintenance period, accompanied by swelling and bruising.
- How is anesthesia performed when receiving Profound in Busan Seomyeon?
- STAR Dermatology in Busan Seomyeon uses local infiltration anesthesia as the standard for Profound procedures, and combines sedation anesthesia (monitored sedation) if requested by the patient. The anesthesia method is determined after a consultation with a specialist, considering the treatment area and pain sensitivity.