Sofwave™ is a non-invasive treatment of fine lines and wrinkles using next-generation SUPERB Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam Technology. It is FDA-cleared for short-term improvement of cellulite, making it another viable option for treatment. The fractional heating effect created by Sofwave’s unique ultrasound delivery stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin which leads to the reduction in fine lines and wrinkles.
Today there are various energy-based technologies designed to treat facial lines and wrinkles. Aggressive options can cause significant damage to the skin surface, leading to a long healing period, and considerable downtime, and may have a high risk of side effects. Even RF microneedling treatments, which have recently become popular, can be uncomfortable, risky, and require downtime. Gentler, non-invasive solutions can require multiple treatments.
Sofwave’s unique technology enables the controlled delivery of energy, in terms of amount and location, while protecting the skin surface with an integrated cooling mechanism. Even better, there is no downtime.
The collagen regeneration process can sometimes take up to 12 weeks, so patients are expected to see ongoing improvements in the 3 months after their treatment. In Sofwave’s clinical trials, results have been shown in as little as after one treatment.
Sofwave is a non-invasive treatment for skin tightening. Clinical trials have shown the technology to be effective and safe. Immediately post-treatment, the skin may appear slightly red with limited swelling for up to a few hours post-treatment.
As the ultrasound energy is delivered, you may feel a warmness of the skin. Treatment is comfortable simply by applying a topical anesthetic cream just before the treatment. Following the treatment, there are no sensations and there is no need to apply special care to the skin. Daily care can be resumed immediately post-treatment.
The depth for treating wrinkles is 1.5mm in the mid-dermis. Our unique, Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam SUPERB technology generates heat at this exact depth in the mid-dermis. Additionally, there is an integrated cooling mechanism Sofcool that protects the uppermost skin layer from burning.
The impacted treatment zones stimulate a healing response, called neo-collagenases, which increases and regenerates the collagen in the skin, leading to the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.
Typically, the treatment protocol calls for 1-2 treatments, depending on the patient’s skin condition.
