Equipment guide
General information on devices used in Korean dermatology. The partner clinic's own equipment list is confirmed when the clinic joins; ask to see the device and its sealed tip before treatment.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) with real-time imagingUltherapyUltherapy is a focused-ultrasound system from Merz Aesthetics that pairs treatment with live imaging; this page covers what to verify before you book.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) with real-time imagingUltherapy PRIMEUltherapy PRIME is a newer system in the Ultherapy line from Merz Aesthetics; the useful question is what differs from the original.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound)Shurink UniverseShurink Universe is a HIFU device from Classys; the practical task is confirming it is the system being proposed and how it will be used.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound)Doublo GoldDoublo Gold is a HIFU system by Hironic; this page explains what to verify rather than what to expect from any single clinic.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) with pen-type applicatorLifteraLiftera, made by Asterasys, is a HIFU system with a pen-type applicator; the key question is how the applicator is used in your plan.
- Synchronous ultrasound parallel beam (SUPERB) technologySofwaveSofwave uses synchronous ultrasound parallel beams, a design that differs from classic HIFU; verify how it is described and applied.
- Monopolar RF (radiofrequency)Thermage FLXThermage FLX is a monopolar radiofrequency system from Solta Medical; shot counts and tip authenticity are the points worth checking.
- Monopolar RF (6.78 MHz)OligioOligio is a 6.78 MHz monopolar radiofrequency device by Wontech; ask how its shots are counted and applied.
- Monopolar and bipolar RF (6.78 MHz)DensityDensity, by Jeisys Medical, combines monopolar and bipolar RF at 6.78 MHz; the useful check is which mode is used where.
- Monopolar RF (6.78 MHz) with water coolingVolnewmerVolnewmer is a water-cooled 6.78 MHz monopolar RF device from Classys; confirm cooling and counts before you commit.
- Multi-frequency monopolar RF (2 MHz and 6.78 MHz)XERFXERF is a multi-frequency monopolar RF system from Cynosure Lutronic; ask what the two frequencies are doing in your plan.
- Monopolar RF (radiofrequency)10THERMA10THERMA, by TENTECH, is a monopolar RF device; the practical checks are tip handling and a clearly written plan.
- Unipolar RF (40.68 MHz)TuneFaceTuneFace is a 40.68 MHz unipolar RF device from Alma Lasers; frequency and handpiece are the details to confirm.
- Bipolar RF with temperature controlInMode FormaInMode Forma is a bipolar RF device with temperature control; ask how temperature is monitored during your session.
- Microwave energy (2.45 GHz Coolwaves)ONDAONDA, made by DEKA, uses 2.45 GHz Coolwaves microwave energy; here is how to check what is being proposed and where.
- Nd:YAG (1064 nm) and Er:YAG (2940 nm) laser protocolFotona 4DFotona 4D is a multi-step laser protocol using Nd:YAG and Er:YAG wavelengths; check which steps are actually part of your plan.
- Infrared light skin tighteningTitanTitan, from Cutera, uses infrared light for skin tightening; ask how it is applied and what a series involves.
- Microneedle radiofrequencyPotenzaPotenza is a microneedle radiofrequency device from Jeisys Medical; needle depth and tip type are the points to confirm.
- Microneedle fractional RFMorpheus8Morpheus8 is a microneedle fractional RF device by InMode; verify the handpiece, depth, and plan before you book.
- Microneedle fractional RFSecret RFSecret RF is a microneedle fractional RF device by ILOODA; ask about tips, depth, and aftercare before you decide.
- Picosecond laser (755 nm)PicoSurePicoSure is a 755 nm picosecond laser from Cynosure; verify the handpiece and purpose, whether pigment, scars, or tattoos.
- Picosecond laserPicoWayPicoWay, by Candela, is a picosecond laser used for pigment and tattoos; confirm wavelengths and the intended use.
- Picosecond and Q-switched Nd:YAG laserDiscovery PicoDiscovery Pico is a picosecond and Q-switched Nd:YAG laser from Quanta System; ask which mode is used for your session.
- Q-switched Nd:YAG laserSpectraSpectra is a Q-switched Nd:YAG laser from Lutronic; ask how it is used for toning, carbon peels, or tattoos.
- Vascular laser (532 nm and 1064 nm)Excel VExcel V, from Cutera, is a 532 nm and 1064 nm vascular laser; ask which wavelength is used for your redness.
- Pulsed dye laser (595 nm)VbeamVbeam, by Candela, is a 595 nm pulsed dye laser; ask about pulse settings and how bruising is handled.
- Ablative fractional CO2 laserCO2 Fractional LaserAn ablative fractional CO2 laser resurfaces skin in microscopic columns; here is what to confirm about settings and aftercare.
- Non-ablative fractional laser (1550 nm / 1927 nm)FraxelFraxel, from Solta Medical, is a non-ablative fractional laser; check which wavelength is planned and how many sessions that implies.
- Hydradermabrasion systemHydraFacialHydraFacial is a branded hydradermabrasion system; the checks are which serums are used and how skin type is considered.
- Microwave thermolysismiraDrymiraDry uses microwave thermolysis for underarm sweat; verify the doctor's role, numbing, and what recovery involves.
- Monopolar RF body contouringtruSculpttruSculpt, from Cutera, is a monopolar RF body contouring device; ask about the number of sessions, areas, and realistic expectations.
- Monopolar RF with ultrasoundExilis UltraExilis Ultra, by BTL Aesthetics, pairs monopolar RF with ultrasound; ask how each component is used in your plan.
- Multi-polar RF with pulsed magnetic fieldsVenus FreezeVenus Freeze, from Venus Concept, combines multi-polar RF with pulsed magnetic fields; confirm applicators and session plans.
- HIFU (high-intensity focused ultrasound) for the bodyULFITULFIT is a HIFU device for the body from Classys; ask about depth, areas, and what the plan assumes about weight and lifestyle.
- Digital skin analysis camera systemMark-VuMark-Vu is a digital skin analysis camera system; ask how its readings are interpreted and what they are used for.
- Dual-frequency ultrasound (local dynamic micro-massage)LDMLDM is a dual-frequency ultrasound care; ask what it is used for and how many sessions the plan assumes.
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