Radio Frequency Re-Facing
Method for skin rejuvenation
How the RF ReFacing method works
The energy of the radio waves reaches the dermis and causes a shortening of structures that have become too long. The mild heat development in the depth creates the new formation of collagen and elastin. Without stressing the epidermis, the tissue is tightened from the depth.
For this reason, the patient can leave the practice immediately after the treatment, without disturbing, optical skin changes that would force him to stay away from social or professional obligations for several days.
The radio waves are introduced into the depth via special electrodes using high-quality preparations from the RF-ReFacingÒ-product series. Immediately after the treatment, the patient looks fresher. However, the actual and long-lasting effect only occurs after a few days and increases up to several months, as collagen and elastin only form gradually.
Where is ReFacing used?
The gentle RF-ReFacing method is mostly used on the face, the neck and the décolleté, as an improvement of the skin structure is mostly desired on the visible areas.
- Wrinkles are reduced
- Bags under the eyes are gradually removed
- Facial features are structured
- Sagging skin on the neck is tightened
- Wrinkles in the décolleté disappear
The RF-ReFacing® method can also be used successfully for body contouring (bodyshaping) on the arms, abdomen and thighs. Sagging skin areas and stretch marks, for example after pregnancy or strong weight loss, are reduced.
What is the treatment process?
1. Pre-treatment at home by the patient:
A 2-week application by the patient with RF-ReFacing cosmetic products is recommended. According to our experience, the results are better with skin pretreated in this way. We also continue to recommend these products for daily care.
2. Before the treatment in the practice:
- Make sure that you do not wear any jewelry, piercings or other metallic objects in the area to be treated. Touching a metal part with the activated electrode must be avoided under all circumstances.
- Male patients should shave shortly before the treatment if treatments are planned in the beard growth area. Dry shaving is recommended.
3. Treatment in the practice:
- Photo documentation
- The neutral electrode is glued to the back or thighs
- The face is thoroughly cleaned
- RF-ReFacing hyaluronic gel together with the RF-ReFacing active ingredient preparations is applied to the area to be treated
- The electrode is applied with a little pressure and guided in circular movements over the treatment area. Slight pressure must be exerted. A slight warmth can be felt. The tolerated heat development depends on the treated area. For example, a higher wattage can be set on the cheeks than around the eyes, lips and on the forehead.
4. Aftercare in the practice and at home:
- It is recommended to massage the high-percentage RF-ReFacing hyaluronic acid gel directly into the skin after the treatment, which protects the skin from moisture loss.
- For further aftercare and daily care, we recommend the RF-ReFacing cosmetic products.
Treatment success
Immediately after the treatment, a noticeable and visible improvement of the skin appearance can be determined. This may disappear in the next few days, as the actual build-up of collagen and elastin occurs in the depth and the treatment success on the epidermis only becomes visible after 8-14 days. This improvement then increases over a period of up to 3 months.
Repeat treatments
Repeat
treatments
- The RF-ReFacing method is safe and can be repeated at any time. Damage to the skin, such as with dermabrasion, does not occur.
- In younger patients, one treatment is often sufficient. A second treatment can be carried out at an interval of one month if the result of the first treatment can already be estimated.
- In patients with mature skin, 8-10 treatments will be necessary at intervals of 1-2 weeks.
- The number of treatments also depends on the desired treatment result. At the patient's request, treatment can also be carried out weekly.
How long does the treatment success last?
The result lasts about 6-15 months The treatment can be repeated at any time. An improvement of the skin appearance can always be achieved. The skin is not damaged by the treatment.
Which people can be treated with the RF-ReFacing method?
Basically, all adults can be treated with the method. The gentle RF-ReFacing-method can be used on the forehead, around the eyes and lips, as well as on neck and décolleté. Bags under the eyes are reduced and usually completely eliminated after a few applications. The treatment can also be used successfully on the arm, abdominal or leg area. Depending on which effect the patient desires, the treatment can be repeated without any problems.
If patients frequently sunbathe or use nicotine, alcohol or drugs, the result of the treatment is usually not quite as satisfactory as with patients who eat healthily and have a corresponding lifestyle.
The method should not be used:
- In patients who have no subcutaneous fatty tissue due to illnesses or eating disorders
- In patients with acute herpes
- On the upper eyelids, as there is no subcutaneous fatty tissue here and the neuronal microstructures of the eye could be damaged. A treatment of the lower eyelids is successfully and easily possible.
- Pregnant patients should not be treated, as there is no empirical data available.
For the RF-ReFacing treatments, we use the RadioSURG-2200 device from the German company Meyer-Haake Medical Innovations GmbH.
