Microwave Lifting (ONDA)

How it works

The device emits microwave energy, around 2.45 GHz in the ONDA type listed in our catalog, through a handpiece with built-in cooling. The energy heats water-rich tissue below the surface, which may tighten collagen and affect fat cells in the treated layer, while the cooling aims to protect the skin surface. The effect develops gradually and varies by person. The doctor decides the number of passes, the area and whether a facial or body protocol fits your concern.

Who it may suit

• Mild to moderate looseness around the jawline and neck
• Small, stubborn areas of fullness under the chin
• People who want minimal visible recovery
• Travelers who can plan a short course across weeks or return later

The treatment day

1. Consultation. The doctor examines skin quality and fat distribution, asks about implants, pregnancy and medical history, and explains how many sessions may be reasonable.
2. Marking. Treatment zones are drawn on the skin and a conductive gel or marking guide is used.
3. Energy passes. The cooled handpiece is moved over each zone. Sessions run about 20 to 60 minutes, usually without numbing, and warmth that builds is normal.
4. Aftercare check. The skin is checked for redness, and you receive instructions and a suggested schedule for any further sessions.

Aftercare

• Mild pinkness or swelling can last a few hours to a couple of days; plan indoor activities if you feel puffy
• Drink water and moisturize, particularly on a flight
• Use sunscreen and avoid strong heat such as saunas for a day or two
• Avoid massaging or pressing the treated area hard until the doctor says it is fine
• Note any lumps, blisters or numbness and report them promptly

Things to know first

• Possible effects include redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, blistering or burns, and temporary numbness; uneven contour is possible
• Results are gradual and vary by person; it is not a replacement for surgery when sagging is marked
• Not advised with pacemakers or electronic implants, during pregnancy, or over infected or inflamed skin
• Metal implants, certain fillers and a history of poor wound healing need discussion first
• Several sessions are often suggested, and spacing them with a trip in between is a practical limit

Planning microwave lifting around a Seoul trip

Sessions are brief and wound care is minimal, so a first appointment fits well into a morning before sightseeing. The catch is the course: doctors often suggest more than one session, and the gaps between them may be longer than a typical stay. If your visit is short, ask whether one session offers a reasonable starting point or whether it would be wiser to wait for a longer trip.

Avoid scheduling anything on the final day. Swelling beneath the chin or along the neck is common to a degree, and compressed airline seating can make it more noticeable. If you do plan a second session, check the timing against your return so that you do not squeeze treatments too close together. A written record of the settings and areas treated helps whichever doctor continues your care.