Prone to Facial Swelling After Radiofrequency Treatment? How to Combine Treatments

At ALIVE Dermatology Clinic, facial radiofrequency treatments are designed with a combination approach for those prone to swelling: radiofrequency is applied first for tightening, then extracorporeal shockwave therapy clears fluid and metabolic waste that has accumulated in the deeper layers. This is the exact sequence Dr. Seo uses — afterward, the contour line emerges smoothly, without going through a noticeable swelling period.

Why radiofrequency first, then shockwave?

Radiofrequency first and shockwave second is so that tightening and swelling reduction each do their own job. Radiofrequency handles tightening, and shockwave then addresses the deep-seated fluid and metabolic waste; if the order is reversed, the result is not the same thing.

What does shockwave do when applied to the face?

When shockwave is used on the face, the main focus is swelling reduction and deep clearing. Shockwave was previously mostly thought of as a treatment for the body, but when applied to the face, its effects on reducing swelling and clearing the deeper layers are quite pronounced.

How does this combination affect the contour line?

The contour line becomes smoother, and the conduction of heat energy also becomes more even. These two points are the changes brought by the combination approach, and they are also why our clinic considers this combination for those prone to swelling.

Our clinic is located in Seocho-gu, Seoul, and facial treatments are arranged after evaluation by Dr. Seo.