

10/13/2026
This is a procedure note for Anyang Beomgye Lifting Skin Clinic: Understand the Effects and Principles of Onda Lifting in Detail at Gyeonggi Anyang Beomgye KKEUT Korean Clinic.
For those considering a lifting procedure, the first question that often comes to mind is what type of device to choose.
'Lifting' does not refer to one specific procedure. It is a comprehensive term that encompasses all methods of pulling sagging skin tissue upwards.
Onda Lifting is one such lifting method, possessing unique characteristics in the process of delivering energy to the skin.
In this article, we will first explain the overall concept of lifting, and then sequentially guide you through how Onda Lifting works.

Lifting procedures are categorized by the type of energy used
Devices used in lifting procedures are broadly classified into ultrasound, radiofrequency, and microwave categories, depending on the characteristics of the energy they utilize.
Ultrasound-based devices like Ulthera or Shurink work by concentrating ultrasound energy at specific points to heat tissues deep within the skin.

Radiofrequency devices such as Thermage, Tensharma, Oligio, and Volnewmer use the heat generated as current passes through tissues to provide a warm stimulus to the dermis and subcutaneous fat layers.

Onda Lifting belongs to the category of procedures that use microwave energy.
All three of these energy categories share a common goal: to induce a response by applying heat to tissues and promote new collagen production.
Different types of energy do not imply that one specific method is inherently superior. Each category merely differs in the pathway through which it delivers thermal energy and the skin layers it reaches.
Facial sagging does not occur due to a single cause. Multiple complex factors are at play, such as reduced skin elasticity, shifting fat volume, or the relaxation of deep support layers.
Therefore, when deciding on a lifting procedure, it is crucial to first identify which skin layer primarily exhibits sagging, rather than simply focusing on the device's name.
Onda Lifting in the Context of Lifting
Onda Lifting is a device that utilizes microwave energy at a frequency of 2.45GHz.
This procedure is designed to act on both the dermal and fat layers. Its depth of action differs from procedures that affect deeper skin layers, such as Ulthera, allowing them to play complementary roles and sometimes be considered together.

The action of Onda Lifting is largely explained in four stages. First, microwaves are delivered to generate heat within the tissues, which then induces a contraction reaction in collagen fibers, ultimately leading to a regeneration process.
This procedure is a non-invasive method that does not involve incising the skin or using needles. Energy is delivered by placing a handpiece firmly on the skin surface.

After thermal stimulation, skin tissues require a period to self-recover and reorganize. Therefore, the timing and extent of the procedure's effects may vary from person to person.
It is advisable to determine the number and interval of treatments through consultation with medical staff, taking into comprehensive consideration the pattern of sagging, skin thickness, and past treatment experiences.

Kkeut Clinic's Onda Lifting Procedure Approach
At Kkeut Clinic, before an Onda Lifting procedure, skin design is performed with the patient in a sitting position.
If the patient is lying down, the effect of gravity changes, potentially making sagging appear less severe than it is, or causing tissues to move in different directions. If design is done only in a supine position, there's a possibility that treatment areas needed when standing might be missed.
Therefore, Kkeut Clinic carefully assesses the degree of sagging and volume areas while the patient is sitting. By differentiating between areas that need lifting and areas that require caution, the design is planned to minimize hollowing of the cheeks.

During the procedure, the output intensity and the movement speed of the handpiece are adjusted in stages. Initially, high output is used to sufficiently deliver energy, moving slowly to allow the treatment area to be deeply affected.
Subsequently, it switches to standard output and increases the movement speed, completing the procedure while reducing discomfort felt by the patient. This is Kkeut Clinic's unique approach, differing from methods that proceed with the same settings throughout the entire procedure.
After the procedure is completed, a 'Lifting Card' is created and shared with the patient. This card records in detail which areas were treated and how, helping to formulate a better plan during the next visit by comparing it with previous treatments.


Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is Onda Lifting suitable for?
A. During a lifting consultation, we first carefully check which skin layer the sagging originates from, as well as skin thickness, among other factors. The suitability of Onda Lifting is determined based on these diagnostic results, and at Kkeut Clinic, we provide personalized guidance after a diagnostic process conducted in a sitting position.
Q. Can Onda Lifting and Ulthera procedures be performed together?
A. Yes, since the two procedures act on different skin layers, they can sometimes be combined. The most effective combination will be determined through consultation with medical staff, based on the individual's skin condition and sagging pattern.
Q. How much pain is involved in an Onda Lifting procedure?
A. During the procedure, a warm sensation may be felt, and its intensity can be perceived differently by individuals. At Kkeut Clinic, we deliver energy with high output at the beginning of the procedure, then adjust to standard output, minimizing patient discomfort while carrying out the treatment.
Kkeut Clinic's Treatment Principles
Kkeut Clinic establishes personalized treatment plans through preliminary design in a sitting position.
Kkeut Clinic performs procedures using a staged energy management approach, starting with high-output slow movement and transitioning to standard-output fast movement.
Kkeut Clinic transparently records and manages the treatment process by creating and sharing a Lifting Card.
You can experience the change made by meticulous differences at Kkeut Clinic.
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