Potenza pain in Suwon: how much does microneedle radiofrequency sting, and how is anesthesia handled?
If you have been looking into Potenza for pores or acne scars and worry about pain after hearing that needles are involved, it is worth first understanding where the pain comes from. Potenza is a microneedle radiofrequency device that delivers radiofrequency energy through fine needles directly to the desired depth in the skin, applying heat stimulation to the dermis while reducing damage to the epidermis to stimulate collagen regeneration.
Potenza pain feels like a combination of the sting when the needles go in and the warmth as heat spreads, and it varies greatly with needle depth, radiofrequency intensity, treatment area, and tip type. At our Suwon clinic, we first look at your pores, scars, and acne pattern in consultation to choose the tip and depth, then apply numbing cream for 20 to 30 minutes before proceeding.
In this article, we outline in turn how Potenza works, the factors that determine pain, anesthesia methods and treatment steps, downtime and aftercare, and side effects.
Potenza pain: key points
- Potenza emits radiofrequency from the needle tips to apply heat stimulation to the dermis and stimulate collagen regeneration.
- Pain varies with needle depth and intensity, whether the area is close to bone, and whether the tip has needles.
- Numbing cream is applied for 20 to 30 minutes before treatment, and the procedure takes about an hour.
- Heat, redness, and dryness mostly settle within a few days, and the recovery period depends on depth and intensity.
How does Potenza work?
With Potenza, the needles first enter to the target depth, and then radiofrequency is emitted from their tips. It applies heat stimulation directly to the dermis while reducing damage to the epidermis, stimulating the process by which collagen is rebuilt, and various tips and modes can be chosen to suit the area and concern.
Changing the depth the needles reach changes the tissue they act on. Targeting the layer with sebaceous glands addresses recurring acne and sebum, targeting the mid-dermis aims at enlarged pores, depressed scars, and elasticity, and some tips also deliver skin booster solutions through the tiny channels the needles create.
How does Potenza pain differ by area and tip?
With numbing cream applied, it is described as a repeated sting like being lightly snapped with a rubber band along with momentary heat, and the degree varies with the factors below.
| Factor | When pain is greater | When pain is less |
|---|---|---|
| Needle depth and intensity | When the needles go deep and the intensity is high | When shallow and the intensity is low |
| Area | Areas close to bone, such as the forehead, over the cheekbones, and the jawline, and around the nose | Fleshier areas such as the middle of the cheeks |
| Tip type | Needle tips for treating deep scars | Tips that deliver only heat without needles |
| Physical condition | Sensitive times such as when short on sleep or around your period | When your condition is stable |
Areas with large pores, such as the nose and inner cheeks, have many nerves, so the sting is greater during pore treatments, while lifting setups that deliver heat evenly over a wide area feel more hot than stinging.
Potenza anesthesia and treatment steps
Anesthesia and treatment approach to reduce pain
Before treatment, numbing cream is applied to the face and left for 20 to 30 minutes to dull skin sensation. After wiping off the cream, we work section by section, slowing down over sensitive spots and adjusting the intensity if needed.
If a particular spot hurts unusually during the procedure, please tell us right away. If you tense your face while enduring the pain, the needles may not go in evenly and the discomfort can actually increase, so if you tend to be sensitive to pain, let us know in consultation and we will set the order of areas and the intensity accordingly from the start.
Treatment steps at our Suwon clinic
- Personalized Consultation
- Numbing Cream
- Treatment
- Finishing Care
The procedure takes about an hour, and depending on skin condition, we plan at least 3 to 5 sessions at 4-week intervals as a baseline. Packages are divided into 1- and 3-session packages that address pores or recurring acne and finish with a soothing ampoule and sheet mask, a drug-delivery tip package that delivers 2cc of Juvelook through the needle channels, and Diamond Lifting packages of 500 and 1000 shots aimed at elasticity.
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Potenza downtime and aftercare
- For 3 to 7 days after treatment, avoid heavy drinking, smoking, saunas and Korean bathhouses, hot baths, and strenuous exercise to prevent inflammation.
- Because dryness occurs, apply moisturizer often, and always apply sunscreen when going out.
- Do not use retinol-based anti-wrinkle cosmetics or brightening functional cosmetics.
- Do not pick at fine flakes by hand; let them fall off naturally.
On the day of the procedure, your face may be red and feel hot, and small dot-like bleeding marks may be visible along the needle marks; afterward, as redness and swelling subside, tightness, dryness, and fine flaking may follow. Downtime varies with needle depth, intensity, and treatment area, so if you have plans where your face will be seen, please mention them in consultation.
Side Effects and Precautions for Potenza
Heat, stinging, swelling, redness, a burning sensation, dryness, and itching may occur, and most of these soon subside. The small bleeding marks along the needle marks also fade during recovery, and the degree of reaction varies from person to person.
In rare cases, pigmentation may remain along the needle marks, acne may flare up temporarily, or infection or burns may occur. If you are prone to keloids, tend to get cold sores (herpes) around the mouth, are taking acne medication such as isotretinoin, have a pacemaker or metal implants in your body, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have severe inflammation in the treatment area, please let us know before the procedure.
If oozing or pus develops, blisters form, or redness and pain do not subside and gradually worsen, please contact the clinic right away.
What is checked before Potenza?
If any of these apply, start with a skin diagnosis
- The pores on your nose and inner cheeks look enlarged.
- You have depressed acne scars on your cheeks.
- Pimples keep appearing in the same spot.
- You are sensitive to pain and worried about anesthesia and how the treatment is done.
If two or more apply, it is best to first identify whether your concern is pores, scars, or acne before choosing the tip and depth. Whether to proceed, and the method and extent of treatment, are decided together in consultation after the medical team's examination.
In short, Potenza pain varies with needle depth, intensity, and area, so the key is allowing enough time for numbing cream and adjusting the speed and intensity on sensitive spots.
FAQ
Q. Does Potenza hurt a lot?
A. Even after applying numbing cream, you will still feel stinging and heat. It varies greatly with needle depth, intensity, and area, and if a particular spot hurts unusually during the procedure, let us know and we will adjust the intensity and speed for that spot.
Q. How long is the anesthesia for Potenza?
A. We apply numbing cream to the face and wait 20 to 30 minutes to dull skin sensation before starting. The procedure takes about an hour, and if you tend to be sensitive to pain, let us know in consultation and we will set the order of areas and the intensity accordingly.
Q. How many days is Potenza downtime?
A. Redness, swelling, dryness, and fine flaking often appear and then settle over a few days. The duration varies with needle depth, intensity, and treatment area, and redness may last longer where deep scars were treated.
Q. Why does Potenza for pores sting more?
A. Areas with large pores, such as the nose and inner cheeks, have many nerves and the skin tends to be sensitive, so the same intensity can feel more stinging. In these areas, we slow down or adjust the intensity and work in sections, and allow enough time for the numbing cream.
Q. How many Potenza sessions do I need?
A. The effect and how long it lasts vary with skin condition, so we plan at least 3 to 5 sessions at 4-week intervals as a baseline. We carefully check scar depth, pore condition, and recovery after each session, and adjust the number of sessions and intervals accordingly.
Q. How can I find out the cost of Potenza?
A. The cost depends on the tip type, package, and number of sessions. We explain it after confirming in consultation which approach suits you among the pore or acne package, the drug-delivery tip, and the lifting package, and you can also check it on the treatment information page.
This content is provided as general treatment information and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a medical professional to decide whether and how to proceed with a treatment.