A Complete Guide to Face Lifting Types: Where Does InMode FX Fit In? Beomgye, Pyeongchon, Beomgye Station, Pyeongchon Station, Hogye-dong, Bisan-dong, Gwanyang-dong, Dongan-gu, Indeogwon, Geumjeong, Anyang

Face lifting does not refer to one specific procedure. It is a comprehensive term that encompasses various procedures to improve sagging facial contours.

Many people encounter InMode FX as a lifting device, which can lead to confusion about its role within the category of face lifting procedures.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we classify face lifting procedures by energy type and explain the characteristics of InMode FX within that context.

Energy Classification of Face Lifting Procedures

First, there is a method that utilizes ultrasound. It concentrates energy on specific areas to deliver heat to the SMAS layer, and Ulthera and Shurink fall into this category.

Next, there are procedures that use radiofrequency (RF) energy. They deliver heat to the dermis and subcutaneous layers to promote collagen production, and Thermage, Oligio, Tenssarma, Volnewmer, and InMode Forma are examples.

The third is the microwave category. Onda Lifting, which uses 2.45GHz microwaves to simultaneously affect fat cells and the dermal layer, is an example of this method.

Finally, there is a method that combines radiofrequency energy and high-voltage pulses to act on the fat layer. InMode FX falls into this exact category.

Procedure Goals by Facial Layer

Face lifting procedures can be classified not only by the type of energy used but also by which skin layer they primarily target.

Ulthera and Shurink primarily target the SMAS layer, while Thermage-type procedures aim to deliver heat to the dermis and subcutaneous layers. InMode FX specifically focuses on the subcutaneous fat layer.

Facial sagging can be caused by excessive fat or by weakened skin support structures. Therefore, it is important to choose a procedure that matches the individual's specific cause of sagging.

Mechanism of Action of InMode FX

InMode FX is a device that simultaneously utilizes radiofrequency (RF) energy and high-voltage pulses (HVP).

Fat cells respond to high-voltage pulses only when their temperature rises above 40 degrees Celsius. Accordingly, RF energy is used to pre-heat and maintain the temperature of the fat layer between 40 and 43 degrees Celsius.

When HVP is applied to sufficiently pre-heated fat cells, permanent damage occurs to the cell membrane, which can naturally induce cell death (apoptosis).

The handpiece's vacuum suction function ensures close contact between the subcutaneous fat layer and the device, increasing the efficiency of energy delivery.

The Mini FX handpiece is used for deeper fat layers and delicate contouring. Additionally, a thermal sensor that checks skin temperature 1,000 times per second and an automatic temperature limit setting function ensure the safety of the procedure.

Applicable Areas and Concerns

It can help improve a double chin, submental fat, and the sagging mouth line caused by sunken jowls. It is also applied to reduce unnecessary fat volume and create a V-line contour.

This procedure has a clear temperature limit design, so it does not apply excessively strong thermal energy all at once. It is important to steadily accumulate energy, and typically, about 5 repeated sessions are recommended.

According to academic evidence, a treatment cycle of 1 to 2-week intervals is recommended. If weekly visits are difficult, sessions can be conducted at 2 to 4-week intervals. Energy delivery time should be maintained for at least 6 minutes per area.

According to the manufacturer's protocol, anesthetic cream is not used separately. Bruising may occur due to strong negative pressure during the procedure, but the presence or absence of bruising is not directly related to the treatment's effectiveness. Bruising usually disappears naturally within 3 days to 2 weeks.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic's InMode FX Procedure Method

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, before the procedure, we design each patient's facial lines in a sitting position. Since InMode FX has a fat-reducing effect and carries the possibility of cheek hollowing, we avoid those areas and focus the treatment plan on fatty areas where sagging improvement is needed.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, we adjust the pulse duration according to the patient's condition. In the initial phase of the procedure, we focus on raising the temperature to the target of 40 degrees Celsius. Once the target temperature is reached, we set a shorter pulse duration to apply HVP more effectively.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic calculates the treatment time excluding periods when actual energy is not delivered, such as turning on the device or moving the handpiece. We only base the treatment on the pure energy delivery time displayed on the device monitor and guide patients to verify it themselves after the procedure.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic records the total energy (KJ) injected on the day of the procedure, the actual treatment time, and the areas intensively treated on a lifting card, which is then shared with the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What type of face lifting procedure does InMode FX fall under?

A. It is a type of face lifting procedure that utilizes radiofrequency energy, with the addition of high-voltage pulses to specifically target the subcutaneous fat layer. Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic conducts consultations based on these characteristics of InMode FX.

Q. Does washing my face with cold water after a face lifting procedure reduce its effectiveness?

A. The stimulation for fat cell apoptosis is already completed during the procedure, so washing your face with cold water will not diminish its effectiveness. The notion that maintaining heat after lifting leads to better results is closer to a myth.

Q. Is there no possibility of cheek hollowing after an InMode FX procedure?

A. Cheek hollowing can occur if the procedure is performed on areas with less fat, such as the side cheeks. Therefore, precise design considering individual contours before the procedure is essential. Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic focuses on preventing unnecessary cheek hollowing by designing in a sitting position.

Values Pursued by Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic strives for optimal results for individual patients through customized design in a sitting position and flexible pulse duration control.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic processes payments based solely on the pure time during which energy was actually delivered, and aims to enhance trust by allowing patients to directly verify the device monitor.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic meticulously completes and shares lifting cards, considering both the safety and expected effects of the procedure.

Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic always strives for a different result with a subtle difference.