InMode in Suwon: How Do Radiofrequency and High-Voltage Pulses Work?

In a single sentence, InMode is a device that warms the skin and subcutaneous fat layer with radiofrequency (RF) heat and induces fat cell reduction with momentary high-voltage pulses (HVP). When looking into the procedure in Suwon, understanding these two principles separately makes it easier to guess which stage will be used on your face.

• Radiofrequency heat is delivered to the dermis and subcutaneous fat layer, inducing collagen change.
• High-voltage pulses are added to the warmed fat layer and used to induce fat cell reduction.
• Changes may appear gradually over a few weeks to a few months after the procedure, and this varies by individual.

What does radiofrequency heat do inside the skin?

Radiofrequency uses the principle that electrical energy converts into heat through resistance as it passes through skin tissue. This heat contracts collagen fibers in the dermis and stimulates the production of new collagen during the subsequent recovery process.

InMode works by continuously moving the handpiece over the skin to build up heat evenly. During the procedure, skin surface temperature is monitored to keep it within the target range.

When heat is delivered down to the subcutaneous fat layer, it also affects fat tissue and the connective fibrous tissue between it. This is why it's used when both elasticity and facial contour are concerns.

Since radiofrequency heat is generated by tissue's electrical resistance rather than light, skin thickness and the amount of fat affect how the heat spreads more than skin color does. That's why the sensation and reaction can differ by area even at the same power setting.

How do high-voltage pulses act on the fat layer?

High-voltage pulses deliver a high-voltage electrical stimulus for a very brief moment. This is explained as adding that stimulus to fat cells already warmed by radiofrequency, causing changes in the cell membrane and inducing fat cell reduction.

Reduced fat cells are gradually cleared through the body's metabolic process, so even when changes occur, they appear slowly over several weeks. This is mainly used under the chin or cheeks, where excess fat makes the contour look heavy.

Using too much fat-layer treatment on an area with little facial fat can make it look sunken. That's why the examination determines whether to use the pulse stage for each area, and if so, how much.

When do heat and pulses start to turn into visible change?

Right after the procedure, you may notice a different feeling due to a temporary tightness or swelling from the heat, but this feeling usually settles within a few days. Even when changes from new collagen formation and fat cell clearance occur, they typically take several weeks to months to appear.

For this reason, when the procedure is divided into several sessions, a few weeks' interval is kept, and the next session proceeds only after the previous one's reactions have settled. The number of sessions and interval are decided during the consultation, based on skin condition and the area of concern.

For a few days after the procedure, cut back on activities that add heat to the face, such as saunas and heavy drinking, and keep up moisturizing and sun protection consistently. When tracking progress, keeping photos taken under the same lighting and angle makes it easier to compare changes.

What reactions and side effects can heat and pulses leave on the skin?

Since this procedure uses heat, redness, warmth, and mild swelling commonly occur and usually settle within a few days. Areas treated with pulses may have stimulated muscles that feel sore for a few days or hurt when pressed.

Rarely, if heat concentrates in one spot, a blister or burn mark can occur, which may later lead to pigmentation. Temporary numbness or a tingling feeling can also rarely occur.

Results and reactions vary by individual, and whether to proceed and which method to use is decided through a medical examination and consultation. If symptoms gradually worsen, please contact the clinic instead of monitoring at home. Swelling from heat can sometimes feel more noticeable the day after the procedure than on the day itself, so it's best to watch how things progress over a day or two before judging.

What to Check When Having a Consultation in Suwon with the Principle in Mind

When having an InMode consultation in Suwon, keep the principle in mind and check the following. It becomes easier to understand which stage your face needs.

• Ask which is used on your area of concern — the heat stage or the pulse stage.
• If there's an area where the fat-layer stage isn't used, ask the reason.
• Let the clinic know in advance about internal electronic devices, metal implants, and pregnancy.
• Let the clinic know the area and timing of any recent filler or thread procedures.

Since this device uses radiofrequency and electrical stimulation, any internal electronic devices or metal are important information for deciding whether to proceed. Please tell the clinic everything you can remember.

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FAQ

Q. Is InMode a laser?

A. InMode is not a light-based laser; it's a device that uses radiofrequency electrical energy and high-voltage pulses. That's why skin thickness and the amount of fat have a bigger influence on the plan than skin color.

Q. Could the radiofrequency heat melt the filler?

A. There is some difference of opinion on the timing and method of applying heat to an area that received filler, so if you've recently had filler, it's essential to tell the clinic the area and timing. After the medical staff confirms, whether to proceed and the order is decided.

Q. Won't the reduced fat come back?

A. Remaining fat cells can grow larger if you gain weight, so your facial contour can change again. Even after the procedure, lifestyle management to avoid sharp weight changes is also needed.

Q. Is the same principle used on the body as well?

A. There's a separate body version of InMode for body areas, and while the principle is similar, the handpiece and power differ to suit the area. If you're considering both face and body, separate plans are made for each during the consultation.

Summary

InMode is a device that combines two principles: inducing collagen change with radiofrequency heat and acting on the fat layer with high-voltage pulses. If you're considering the procedure in Suwon, start by checking during the consultation which stage your face needs. The timing and degree of change vary by individual.

FACE FILTER Clinic Suwon is located on the 5th floor of eSpace City I, 202 Geumgok-ro, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do.

For consultation inquiries, please call 031-778-6666.

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