Does Profound RF require multiple treatments?

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Brock Ridenour, MD · Answer

Profound does not require multiple treatments. As an early adopter and advocate of radio frequency (RF) devices, I now have extensive experience with the Profound RF device and have been very impressed with the technology. Using micro-needles, Pround precisely controls the temperature end point in the skin to effectively generate collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.  You see improvement in skin texture and elasticity.  In many cases, you see significant tightening along the jawline and neck. It seems to work in all ages including those over 65 years in age. In my opinion, it is less painful to perform and more effective than Ultherapy . They are also coming out with a different needle configuration that will treat cellulite.  It is a real step in the right direction for the promise of non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello,Profound RF is thought to be a one time procedure.  Unlike many other facial aesthetic treatments, Profound RF does not require multiple treatments to see results.  Many patients are happy with their results and request a second or third treatment for further rejuvenation.  The results of the treatment continue to improve over a 6 to 9 month period.  For those patients requesting another Profound RF treatment it is advised to wait at least 6 to 12 months.   As with any facial aesthetic treatment it is essential to make sure that you choose your treating physician carefully based upon their skill, knowledge, results, experience, and most importantly their natural artistic vision.  Good luck and be well!!!
Dr. P

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

The Profound treatment does not require more than one treatment to see effective tightening on the face, and body. The treatment involves microneedles that deliver RF energy directly to the dermis with parts of the needles insulated for safety. We are seeing remarkable improvement in skin texture, facial contour, less jowls and improved mid face. It can be combined with fillers, skin care, laser resurfacing. Compared to Ultherapy, there is no pain and it works much better in the final analysis of photos.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Results are highly variable with any RF treatment. I do have eMatrix, Profound, Secret RF, INFINI RF, and even the latest Themage RF, yes, one can see results with Profound, however my pick would be INFINI RF over Profound. Needles in the INFINI system only goto 3.5 mm, but is a vertical insulated, compared to 45 degrees for Profound. Downtime following Profound is also longer than Infini. This is my option, having experience with many RF needling systems, the results are also dependent on the Specialist performing the procedure and patient selection. Dr Davin LimLaser and aesthetic dermatologistBrisbane, Australia.

Steven M. Gitt, MD, FACS (in memoriam) · Answer

No, typically we see nice results with a single Profound treatment. Profound is a new device that utilizes Micro-Needles
paired with bipolar radio frequency energy (MN-RF). Profound is an
exceptionally effective new system that has no peer. The options for
"non-surgical face lift" are improving all the time. When we became
one of the first 25 USA Ultherapy practices in 2010, we knew that things were
changing. Now we also have amazing options in Micro-needle Radiofrequency
(MN-RF) treatment platforms. I have been consulting with numerous manufacturers
and helped get the Vivace MN-RF platform its' FDA-510K approval. Viviane is a
low to moderate energy system that improves facial aging with minimal downtime.
More recently, we have similarly helped with the Profound MN-RF system by Syneron-Candela
and we are very impressed. Profound has 5mm depth micro needles that are
insulated in the shaft to protect skin and have temperature probes at the
needle tips that allow us to raise dermis tissue temperatures to the absolute
optimal "sweet spot" of 67-68 Celsius (the perfect temperature for
collagen and elastin growth as well as Hyaluronic acid deposition), thus
ensuring precise facial rejuvenation and even volume restoration (like when we
inject fillers) by new tissue growth. Profound is a game changer that requires
local anesthesia and 3-7 days of facial recovery. We have been pairing these
systems with fillers, Botox, and professional skin care to achieve optimal
non-surgical face lifting. Lastly, Profound is also effective for stretch mark removal,
scar revision, and body rejuvenation.

Does Profound RF require multiple treatments?

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Answer: No, one treatment indicated for PROFOUND RF

Answer: No, one treatment indicated for PROFOUND RF

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