Ultrasound skin tightening devices deliver ultrasonic waves to the deep dermis and/or subcutaneous tissue, converting the energy into heat. This heat energy causes the contraction of existing collagen and elastin, resulting in an immediate but mild tightening effect. It also stimulates new collagen and elastin production, leading to significant tightening and lifting effects best seen 3 to 4 months post-treatment.
Traditional methods involve multiple ultrasonic waves converging at fixed points within the deep dermis and subcutaneous tissue. The convergence of waves generates the most heat at these focal points, producing a fractional effect known as High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). While effective, HIFU can be painful due to wave convergence and carries a small risk of nerve injury.
At YVL Medical Aesthetics, we use the Sofwave device, which features Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam Technology (SUPERB). This technology delivers ultrasonic waves as parallel beams that do not converge, offering several benefits:
