Thermage FLX in Suwon: What to Check First if You Have a Device in Your Body or Are Pregnant

Thermage FLX creates heat in the skin by passing radiofrequency current through the body, so if you have an electronic device in your body such as a pacemaker, or are pregnant, the procedure is often avoided. If you're planning Thermage FLX in Suwon, besides these two conditions, please organize and tell the medical staff in advance about any inflammation or wounds at the treatment site, recent injections or thread procedures, skin conditions, and medications you're taking.

• Electronic devices in the body and pregnancy are conditions you must disclose before the procedure.
• Inflammation, wounds, or sunburn at the treatment site should be reconsulted about after they've calmed down.
• Let us know the date and area of any recent filler or thread procedures.

In what cases should Thermage FLX be avoided?

Because Thermage FLX uses a monopolar radiofrequency method, the current passes through the body and returns through a pad attached to the body. For this reason, if you have an electronic device inside your body, such as a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator, the procedure is avoided because it could affect the device.

It's also common to postpone the procedure during pregnancy. If you have a fixation device such as a metal plate or screws in your face or neck, you need to tell us the location so we can determine the treatment range.

It's better to let us know about these conditions at the booking stage rather than mentioning them for the first time on the day of the procedure. This is because we sometimes need to check the type of device or your surgical history.

When should the procedure be temporarily postponed?

In the cases below, rather than avoiding the procedure entirely, it's often postponed until your condition improves. If you're unsure whether it should be postponed, ask before booking.

• If there's a wound, inflammation, or severe acne at the treatment site, get the procedure after it has calmed down.
• If you have cold sores around your lips, get the procedure after they've healed.
• If your skin is red or peeling from sunburn, get the procedure after it has recovered.
• If you've recently had filler or thread procedures, an interval is set depending on the area and timing.
• If you have a fever or aren't feeling well, reschedule.

How long to postpone varies depending on your condition, so rather than fixing a date in advance, the procedure is rescheduled after confirming through an examination that your skin has recovered. If you have a fixed event like a wedding, plan with extra buffer in case of postponement.

Why do I need to disclose any medical conditions or medications in advance?

Conditions like diabetes, which can cause reduced sensation or slower wound healing, are taken into account when assessing heat stimulation. Please also let us know if you have an autoimmune condition, a keloid tendency, or an area with reduced skin sensation.

For medications that can affect skin condition, such as acne treatments or steroids that make the skin sensitive, just let us know the exact name. Whether to proceed and the method are decided by the medical staff through examination based on this information.

It's best not to leave out even small pieces of information. Please also mention any medication or supplements you've recently started, or treatment you've received from other medical departments.

What side effects can still occur even after these conditions have been checked?

Even with careful confirmation of these conditions, redness, warmth, mild swelling, and soreness when pressed can occur after the procedure. These usually subside within a few hours to a few days, though this varies from person to person.

• In rare cases, blisters or burn marks can occur.
• In rare cases, sensation in the treated area can temporarily become dull.
• In rare cases, the area under the skin can appear sunken.

Results and reactions vary from person to person. If blisters appear or pain worsens after the procedure, see a doctor right away.

The reason these conditions are checked before the procedure is also to reduce these reactions. The treatment range and intensity are adjusted based on the information you provide, so remember the precautions you heard during the consultation even after the procedure.

A Checklist to Tell the Medical Staff Before Your Consultation in Suwon

If you're preparing for a Thermage FLX consultation in Suwon, write down the information below in advance. The information that's easiest to forget is often what's used to decide whether to proceed.

• Write down the type and location of any electronic devices or metal implants in your body.
• Check whether you might be pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• Write down the date and area of any filler, Botox, or thread procedures you've had within the last three months.
• Write down the names of any medical conditions you have and medications you're taking.

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FAQ

Q. Can I get the treatment even if I have dental implants?

A. The treatment range is decided after checking the location and type of the implant. Please let us know your dental treatment history in advance.

Q. Can I get the treatment while breastfeeding?

A. The decision depends on individual circumstances, so please let us know in advance whether you're breastfeeding, and it will be decided during the examination.

Q. Can I get the treatment on an area where I had filler injected?

A. This depends on the type of filler and when you had it injected. If you let us know the date and area, we'll use it as a reference when deciding the interval.

Q. If I drank alcohol the night before the procedure, should I postpone it?

A. After drinking, your face can be red and swollen, which makes it hard to judge your skin's reaction. If you drank heavily the night before, please let us know before the procedure.

Q. If I'm told the procedure needs to be postponed, when should I book again?

A. Once the reason for the postponement is resolved, we check your skin condition again and set a date. If it was due to a wound or inflammation, contact us after it has calmed down; if it was due to a recent procedure, contact us after the advised interval has passed.

Summary

Preparation for Thermage FLX becomes easier when you separate the cases where it should be avoided, like electronic devices in the body and pregnancy, from cases where it's postponed, like inflammation and wounds, and cases that must be disclosed, like medical conditions and medications. If you're considering Thermage FLX in Suwon, write down your situation and get an examination to check whether you can proceed. Reactions and recovery vary from person to person.

If you're told the procedure should be postponed or avoided, ask about the reason as well. Knowing the reason helps when deciding the timing of your next consultation or looking into other methods.

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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