[1 Area 2900 Won Event] Inmode Lifting

Honest Treatment and Precise Energy Delivery – Quantitative FX & FORMA Treatment

InMode equipment uses two modes: FX (fat cell reduction) and FORMA (collagen promotion lifting). The maximum output of each mode is fixed, and sufficient treatment time and energy are required for desired results.

FX mode adheres to treatment standards, based on a minimum of 6 minutes of treatment time on the device, and FORMA mode based on an energy value of 10K or more.

At this clinic, we perform treatments by delivering sufficient energy according to actual standards, rather than using a self-timer method.

Our medical staff personally performs treatments, prioritizing safety and striving for effective results.

Importance of Temperature Increase During FX Treatment – Know-how to Reduce Pain and Quickly Raise Temperature

FX is known to function effectively only when it reaches a certain temperature or higher during the fat breakdown process.

We prioritize methods that quickly raise and maintain temperature while minimizing patient discomfort.

We meticulously adjust the output intensity, suction pressure, device movement speed, treatment order, and skin reaction during the procedure.

Output is used within the range allowed by the device. This allows for more effective energy delivery and anticipates a faster temperature increase.

Treatments are performed with a longer duration for RF energy delivery. By extending the time energy is delivered to the skin through the tip, it helps the temperature rise more quickly.

In addition to the device's real-time temperature check, the medical staff manually checks the temperature of the treated area with the back of their hand. This aims to minimize any discomfort the patient might feel.

We adjust the movement speed for each treatment area. Initially, heat is spread evenly across the entire skin, and then the temperature is raised, focusing on areas of concern or where there is more fat. This reduces the burden of pain while simultaneously enhancing the treatment's effectiveness.

Treatment After Meticulous Design – Delicate Adjustment to Reduce the Possibility of Volume Loss (Hollowing)

Since FX treatment selectively targets fat, a careful design process is required before the procedure.

Hasty procedures can lead to unwanted hollowing (volume loss), so we proceed with treatment only after thorough consultation and design with the medical staff regarding asymmetry correction or areas of concern.

Considering each patient's unique face shape and fat distribution, treatments are performed in a way that aims for harmonious and natural improvement.

Quantitative Verification After Treatment – Transparent Treatment Process

After completing the treatment, we directly confirm to the patient that the actual treatment time and energy were sufficiently delivered according to the standards. This is to enhance the accuracy of the procedure and trust in the process.

Understanding InMode Treatment

*Radiofrequency (RF) lifting methods are broadly classified into two types.

1. Monopolar

This method involves energy being emitted from a single electrode and recovered through a pad attached to the body.

Energy can reach deep skin tissues, inducing a deep heat effect, but patients may experience relatively strong sensations.

2. Bipolar

This method involves energy circulating between two electrodes, primarily focusing heat on the skin's surface layer and dermal layer.

This method is known to be less painful and relatively safe, but it can be challenging for energy to reach the deeper fat layer.

*What is the principle that allows InMode FX to act on the fat layer despite being bipolar?

As explained earlier, typical bipolar methods often find it difficult for energy to sufficiently reach the fat layer.

However, InMode FX possesses a unique structure that allows it to deliver energy to the fat layer, even though it is a bipolar method.

The key reason for this is its vacuum suction function.

During treatment, the skin is gently suctioned, positioning the skin and subcutaneous fat layer between the two electrodes.

By delivering radiofrequency energy in this state, heat can effectively penetrate deeper layers, despite it being a bipolar method.

Through this process, when the temperature of the treated area reaches approximately 42-45 degrees Celsius, denaturation of fat cells can be induced,

The denatured fat has a mechanism for natural excretion through the lymphatic system. Simultaneously, collagen production is promoted in the dermal layer,

allowing for both fat reduction and improved skin elasticity to be expected.

*Key Expected Effects of InMode FX

​1. Fat Reduction Effect

When a consistent temperature (42-45 degrees Celsius or higher) is maintained for at least 6 minutes, damage to fat cell membranes can be induced,

helping the damaged fat cell contents exit externally and be naturally expelled through lymphatic circulation.

For areas with excessive fat accumulation, such as cheek fat or a double chin, it can help reduce fat cells.

Effect of generating new collagen

Along with the process of fat reduction, the thermal stimulation delivered to the dermis promotes fibroblast activity, inducing new collagen synthesis.

During this process, existing collagen also contracts, which may give the skin a tightened feeling, and temporary lifting can be expected.

*Expected effects of InMode Forma

Forma is a treatment method that focuses on delivering high-frequency energy to the relatively shallow dermal layer rather than the fat layer.

It is performed by gently contacting the skin surface to deliver uniform thermal energy at 42-43℃.

This temperature can help activate fibroblasts to improve fine lines, sagging pores, and overall decreased skin elasticity.

Forma is characterized by its ability to maintain a stable temperature during treatment through a real-time temperature sensing system.

This contributes to inducing collagen production with a consistent temperature without causing excessive thermal damage to the skin.

Immediately after the treatment, you may experience a tightening sensation in the skin, and gradual collagen regeneration is expected over 2 to 6 weeks.

*Which areas are suitable for FX and Forma applications?

Sagging or fat accumulation issues in various parts of the face can arise from several causes.

-Double Chin

A double chin usually appears more prominent when excessive subcutaneous fat accumulates or when the muscles under the chin weaken.

FX targets the fat layer in the area, delivering high-frequency thermal energy to induce fat cell reduction, and simultaneously helps improve the elasticity of the skin under the chin through collagen production.

If the skin is thin or has significantly lost elasticity, combining it with Forma can lead to synergistic effects.

-Cheek Fat Below the Cheekbones (So-called Jowls)

This is one of the typical mid-face aging phenomena where cheek fat sags downwards with age. FX can be used to reduce this unnecessary fat volume.

By supplementing skin elasticity with Forma, it can help achieve a more defined and lifted appearance of the overall facial contour.

-Cheeks, Side Cheeks

Enlarged pores, fine lines, and rough skin texture are known to primarily occur as the collagen density in the dermis decreases.

Forma stimulates fibroblasts through thermal stimulation to induce collagen and elastin production, which can help improve skin surface density and overall skin texture.

-Jawline

A blurred jawline is often primarily caused by decreased skin elasticity rather than fat issues. In such cases, Forma can be used to focus on the dermis, inducing collagen contraction and regeneration.

If fat issues are also present, combining it with FX treatment can help refine the jawline contour more delicately.

-Around the Eyes, Forehead, and Mouth

These areas are prone to fine lines and are characterized by thin, sensitive skin.

Forma is considered relatively suitable for application on such sensitive areas because improvements can be expected even with low energy intensity.

*Importance of InMode Treatment

The effectiveness and safety of InMode treatment are not guaranteed simply by possessing the equipment.

Various factors influencing the treatment results must be considered, such as the handpiece application method, the depth of thermal energy delivery, the total accumulated energy, and customized settings tailored to each skin condition.

For example, with Forma treatment,

Simply feeling warm is not enough to expect collagen production.

In fact, a temperature of 42-43℃ must be continuously maintained in the dermis for at least 10 minutes.

Furthermore, an accumulated energy of 8-12kJ or more per area must be reached for fibroblasts to be sufficiently stimulated to synthesize collagen.

FX also goes beyond a typical radiofrequency (RF) delivery method and must combine vacuum suction with deep heat delivery.

Only when deep heat of 42℃ or higher is delivered deep into the skin for at least 6 minutes can both fat cell reduction and collagen contraction be simultaneously expected.

Energy of 8-15kJ or more must be precisely applied according to the characteristics of the treatment area, and particular attention must be paid to adjusting the vacuum pressure in areas where the skin is thin or bruises easily.

Managing the fat layer first with FX and then performing a finishing lift with Forma can help achieve more satisfying results.

It helps to control residual swelling and heat after the procedure, while simultaneously refining the lifted facial contours.

In short,

It's important to understand that InMode treatment relies less on the device itself and more on the medical professional's anatomical knowledge, appropriate setting application, and ability to create a personalized design.

Based on the principles we've discussed, we continuously research and strive to enhance treatment effectiveness.

Even with the same InMode treatment, we aim to achieve satisfactory results through a meticulous approach.

Procedure Description

Step 1: FX uses a combination of radiofrequency energy and IRE (electrical stimulation) technology to widely assist in lifting from the skin surface down to the SMAS layer. This helps induce fat reduction and promote collagen production, contributing to improved facial contours.

Step 2: FORMA delivers thermal energy to the dermal layer to stimulate collagen production. This helps in managing fine lines and is expected to improve skin elasticity.

All procedures are performed directly by our medical professionals.