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When looking into Thermage FLX in Gangnam, the first things that catch your eye are price and shot count.
"Is 300 shots of Thermage enough?"
"Do I need to get 600 shots to do my entire face?"
"Why do hospitals use different treatment methods even with the same 600 shots?"
These are questions we often encounter in actual consultations.
However, Thermage is not a treatment where more shots automatically guarantees better results for everyone. This is because the required treatment area and energy settings can vary depending on skin thickness, facial fat distribution, location of decreased elasticity, and facial shape.
Therefore, when selecting a Thermage hospital in Gangnam, it is important to confirm not just price or shot count, but also how your skin is analyzed and how those results are reflected in the actual treatment design.
Today, I'll organize the criteria you should check before selecting a hospital if you're looking into Thermage FLX for the first time.
How Does Thermage FLX Improve Elasticity?
Thermage FLX is a treatment that delivers radiofrequency (RF) energy to skin tissue to generate thermal stimulation.
When thermal energy is delivered, contraction of existing collagen and subsequent collagen remodeling are induced, which can improve skin elasticity, fine wrinkles, and skin texture.
While Ultherapy targets a specific depth beneath the skin using focused ultrasound, Thermage differs in energy delivery method by using radiofrequency.
Therefore, even though both are called 'lifting treatments,' depending on an individual's aging pattern, Thermage may be appropriate in some cases, while combination with Ultherapy or other treatments may be considered in others.
What's the Difference Between 300 Shots and 600 Shots of Thermage?
When researching Thermage, the most common comparison is between 300 shots and 600 shots.
The important point here is that you should not simply understand 300 shots and 600 shots as half and double the effect.
Shot count actually refers to the number of times energy is applied, which affects treatment area and density.
300 shots can be considered when planning treatment centered on specific areas rather than the entire face, or when the treatment area is relatively small.
On the other hand, 600 shots can be utilized when decreased elasticity appears throughout the face or when multiple areas such as cheeks and jawline need to be addressed together.
However, 600 shots are not unconditionally necessary for people with small faces and thin skin, and conversely, applying only 300 shots to people with a wide range of elasticity loss may make it difficult to sufficiently cover the desired area.
Ultimately, the important question is not "which is better, more shots?" but rather "how many shots should I use and where on my face?"
Why Results Differ Even with the Same 600 Shots of Thermage
Even if 600 shots are applied identically with the same equipment, applying it in exactly the same way to all people may not be appropriate.
For example, a person with thin skin and little facial fat and a person with relatively thick skin and fullness in the lower face have different skin conditions to begin with.
Additionally, even on one person's face, skin thickness and tissue characteristics may differ among different areas such as cheeks, jawline, and around the cheekbones.
Therefore, in Thermage treatment, it is important how to determine shot distribution by area, energy level, and repeated application method along with the total shot count.
V&MJ DERMATOLOGY operates heat-up Thermage and AI Thermage programs that analyze skin condition and set treatment scope and energy planning while considering these individual differences.
If Your Skin is Thin, Can't You Get Thermage?
Having thin skin doesn't necessarily mean you can't receive Thermage.
However, you need to examine not just skin thickness but also subcutaneous fat volume, facial volume, and degree of aging together.
Especially if you already have little facial fat and volume loss, simply treating with strong energy is not always appropriate.
Conversely, just because your skin is thick doesn't mean you unconditionally need high energy.
Therefore, it is important during the consultation to judge which part of your skin you want to improve and where the volume you need to maintain on your current face is located.
5 Things to Check When Selecting a Thermage Hospital
If you're looking into Thermage FLX treatment in Gangnam, it's good to check the following items.
| Check Item | Content to Verify |
|---|---|
| Shot Count | Whether 300 or 600 shots is an appropriate configuration |
| Treatment Design | How shots are distributed by area |
| Energy Setting | Whether intensity is adjusted according to skin condition |
| Medical Staff | Thermage treatment experience and whether individual design is considered |
| Authentic Tips | Whether authentic equipment and authentic tips are used |
In particular, authentic tips are a basic item to check when choosing Thermage treatment.
However, simply using authentic tips does not determine the treatment results. Assuming authentic equipment and tips are used as a prerequisite, it is necessary to confirm how appropriate shot count and energy for your face are designed.
V&MJ DERMATOLOGY uses authentic tips when performing Thermage FLX treatment and provides guidance on the tip verification process before treatment.
What's the Difference Between Thermage and Ultherapy?
Both treatments are frequently considered for skin elasticity and lifting purposes, but they use different types of energy.
Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency (RF) while Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound (HIFU).
Therefore, rather than simply comparing which equipment is better, it's good to first examine whether your current concern is elasticity loss in the skin itself or sagging of facial tissue.
Some individuals choose one treatment, while others combine both treatments to utilize their different energy characteristics.
Side Effects Should Also Be Confirmed Before Thermage Treatment
Although Thermage FLX is a non-incisional method, as a medical procedure, there is not zero possibility of side effects.
After treatment, temporary redness, swelling, heat sensation, and tenderness may occur, and rarely, surface skin changes or burns may develop.
Therefore, if you have had previous lifting or dermatological treatments, it's good to inform the medical staff during the consultation.
Especially if you have important schedules planned such as weddings or photo shoots, it's recommended to plan your schedule considering the expected recovery process rather than making a decision right before treatment.
Gangnam Thermage FLX, What to Check Before Price?
When researching Thermage treatment, it's natural to compare prices.
However, even with the same 300-shot or 600-shot program, the actual configuration can differ from hospital to hospital.
Therefore, when comparing prices, rather than simply checking the total amount, it's good to also examine whether authentic tips are used, actual treatment shot count, individual energy settings, medical staff design, and whether diagnosis and follow-up care are included.
Ultimately, what matters in Thermage FLX is not choosing the most shots but rather distributing the shots your skin needs in appropriate locations.
V&MJ DERMATOLOGY, located on Dosan-daero in Gangnam-gu, establishes an individual Thermage treatment plan after confirming skin condition and degree of facial elasticity loss.
Whether to choose 300 or 600 shots, and whether to receive Thermage alone or combine it with other lifting treatments such as Ultherapy, should be decided after sufficient consultation with medical staff.
FAQ
Q. Is there an effect even with just 300 shots of Thermage?
It depends on the treatment area and skin condition. If treatment is centered on specific areas, 300 shots can be considered, but if the goal is overall facial elasticity improvement, the required shot count may differ.
Q. Is 600 shots of Thermage unconditionally better than 300 shots?
No, it's not. Rather than more shots, selecting an appropriate shot count for your skin condition and how they are distributed to necessary areas is important.
Q. Can I receive Thermage even if I have little facial fat?
Possibility should be determined by examining skin thickness, fat volume, and facial volume together. If you have a lean face, it's good to discuss volume loss concerns with medical staff during pre-treatment consultation.
Q. Can I receive both Thermage and Ultherapy together?
The two devices differ in energy type and targeting method, so combination can be considered depending on individual skin condition. However, combined treatment is not necessary for everyone.
Q. When does the Thermage effect appear?
Some people feel tightening immediately after treatment, but collagen remodeling is a process that requires time, so changes are observed over subsequent months. There are differences depending on individual skin condition and treatment conditions.
⚠️ Disclaimer (Please Read)
This content was prepared in compliance with Article 56 of the Medical Law and its Enforcement Decree. All procedures can cause side effects such as burns, erythema, and hollowing depending on individual skin characteristics, so please make a decision carefully after sufficient consultation with medical staff.
Treatment results may vary depending on individual health status and skin characteristics, so please consult with a specialist before deciding.
V&MJ, which aims for safe and honest medical care, emphasizes carefully examining each patient's skin condition and deciding whether to proceed with treatment based on sufficient prior consultation. Please visit us to confirm the treatment direction suitable for your skin condition and goals with a specialist.