Radiofrequency (RF) devices provide a noninvasive or minimally invasive approach for face and body contouring . RF works by heating collagen in the dermis , which stimulates neocollagenesis and skin tightening, or adipocytes in the subcutis , which causes lipolysis and fat reduction. RF can be combined with other modalities to augment its effects. In contrast to surgical interventions such as facelift or liposuction , whereby the results are almost immediate after a single procedure, RF effects are more modest and usually requires multiple treatments , reaching peak efficacy at approximately 3 months. Downtime and risk of adverse events with RF, however, are minimal.

Marcus G. Tan

Kevin R. Kwan

Radiofrequency for Face and Body Contouring

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