Key Difference 1: Honest Treatment, Precise Energy Delivery – FX & FORMA Quantitative Treatment

Both InMode FX (fat breakdown) and FORMA (collagen lifting) have a maximum output limit, requiring sufficient time and energy to achieve desired results.

For FX, we strictly ensure a device time of 6 minutes or more, and for FORMA, a device energy value of 10K or more during treatment.

Instead of self-timers that inject less energy than what's actually needed, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic prides itself on honesty.

At Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic, all treatments are performed thoroughly by medical professionals to ensure safe and effective results. There have been cases at other clinics where treatments performed by non-medical staff led to issues.

Key Difference 2: FX Requires Reaching a Certain Temperature for Increased Efficacy – Our Know-how for Rapid Temperature Increase

For FX, the effectiveness in breaking down fat increases only when the temperature rises above a certain level.

To quickly raise and maintain the temperature without pain, Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic

“precisely controls “output, suction pressure, speed, sequence, and skin reaction” during treatment.

-We use the maximum output. Stronger energy delivery leads to faster temperature rise.

-We extend the pulse duration. By increasing the radiofrequency injection time per session, the energy delivery time from the tip lengthens, leading to a faster temperature increase.

-We check the temperature with the back of our hand. In addition to InMode's real-time temperature check, we also check the temperature of the treated area with the back of our hand during the procedure to minimize discomfort for our clients.

-We adjust the speed of movement for each area. Initially, we treat the entire skin evenly to spread heat, then focus on areas of concern and those with more fat to raise the temperature, ensuring both pain reduction and treatment effectiveness for optimal results.

Key Difference 3: Thorough Design Before Treatment – Delicate Adjustment to Prevent Cheek Hollowing

Since FX is a fat reduction treatment, careful design is essential.

Indiscriminate treatment can lead to cheek hollowing, so we thoroughly design the treatment plan with the director to improve asymmetry and address areas of concern.

Considering each individual's face shape and fat volume, we provide natural and ideal results.

Key Difference 4: Quantitative Verification After Treatment – Transparent Procedure

After the treatment, we directly show patients to confirm that the exact treatment time was applied and the correct amount of energy was delivered. We guarantee precise treatment and trustworthy results.

InMode at Kkeut Korean Medicine Clinic

*Radiofrequency (RF) lifting is broadly divided into two methods.

1. Monopolar

This method sends energy from one electrode and retrieves it through a pad attached to the body,

allowing energy to reach deep tissues for a strong deep-heating effect, though it may cause some irritation.

2. Bipolar

Because energy circulates between two electrodes, it focuses on the skin surface and dermal layer.

It is less painful and safer, but it is relatively difficult to reach deeper layers (fat layer).

*Why does InMode FX work on the fat layer despite being bipolar?

As mentioned above, with bipolar systems, it is difficult for energy to reach the fat layer.

However, InMode FX has a structure that allows it to work on the fat layer, even though it uses a bipolar method.

The reason lies in its vacuum suction function.

By gently sucking and lifting the skin, it positions the skin and subcutaneous fat layer between the electrodes,

and then delivers radiofrequency, allowing heat to penetrate to deeper layers despite being a bipolar system.

When treated with this method, fat cells are damaged at temperatures of approximately 42~45 degrees Celsius,

and are then excreted through the lymphatic system. Simultaneously, collagen production is stimulated in the dermal layer,

allowing for simultaneous fat reduction and improved elasticity.

*Effects of InMode FX

1. Fat Breakdown Effect

Maintaining a consistent heat (42~45 degrees Celsius or higher) for at least 6 minutes damages the cell membrane of fat cells due to the heat,

and their contents are then naturally expelled through the lymphatic system.

As its purpose is fat decomposition, it is suitable for areas with a lot of fat, such as facial cheeks or a double chin.

2. Collagen Regeneration Effect

Simultaneously with fat breakdown, thermal stimulation in the dermis activates fibroblasts, leading to the creation of new collagen,

while existing collagen contracts, resulting in an immediate lifting effect.

*Effects of InMode Forma

FORMA is a high-frequency treatment focused on the dermis, which is shallower than the fat layer.

The device is gently moved along the skin surface, delivering heat at 42-43 degrees Celsius,

at which temperature fibroblasts are stimulated, improving fine lines, pores, and loss of elasticity.

A key advantage of FORMA is its real-time temperature feedback system, which allows for stable temperature maintenance throughout the treatment.

This means it promotes collagen production with consistent heat without overheating the skin.

Immediately after the treatment, you may feel your skin tighten, and collagen regeneration occurs over the following 2-6 weeks.

*Which areas are best treated with FX and FORMA?

The causes of sagging or fat issues in each area are diverse.

-Double Chin

A double chin primarily results from excessive accumulation of subcutaneous fat or weakening of the muscles under the chin.

FX targets the fat layer in this area, delivering high-frequency heat to break down fat cells and tighten the skin under the chin through collagen regeneration.

FORMA is beneficial when used as an adjunct treatment for thin skin with significant loss of elasticity.

-Cheeks below the cheekbones (Jowls)

This is a typical mid-face aging phenomenon where cheek fat sags downwards with age. By reducing unnecessary fat with FX,

and reinforcing elasticity with FORMA, a more lifted face line can be achieved.

-Cheeks/Side Cheeks

Enlarged pores, fine lines, and rough skin texture are phenomena that occur due to a decrease in collagen density in the dermis.

FORMA stimulates fibroblasts with thermal energy to induce collagen and elastin production, restoring skin surface density and texture.

-Jawline

When a distinct jawline collapses, it's often due to reduced skin elasticity rather than fat. In such cases, FORMA targets the dermis to induce collagen contraction and regeneration,

and if necessary, FX can be combined to sharpen the contours.

-Eyes, Forehead, Mouth Area

These are areas prone to fine lines, with thin and sensitive skin.

FORMA can achieve sufficient effects even with low output, making it a suitable treatment for these sensitive areas.

*Kkeut Clinic's InMode

Simply 'owning the InMode machine' does not guarantee the quality of the treatment.

What's important are the handpiece combination, heat delivery depth, cumulative energy, and customization tailored to your skin condition.

For example, in the case of FORMA,

collagen is not generated simply by applying warm heat.

In reality, the temperature of 42-43 degrees Celsius must be maintained in the dermis for at least 10 minutes,

and a cumulative energy of 8-12kJ or more per area must be accumulated to stimulate fibroblasts to produce collagen.

Similarly, for FX, rather than simple RF irradiation, a combination of vacuum suction and heat is used,

and deep heat above 42 degrees Celsius must be delivered for more than 6 minutes for fat breakdown and collagen contraction to occur simultaneously.

More than 8-15kJ of energy must be delivered depending on the area, and vacuum pressure must be adjusted for areas with thin skin or those prone to bruising.

Furthermore, a method of first targeting fat with FX and then performing final lifting with FORMA is significantly more effective.

This is because it helps control any remaining swelling and heat reaction on your skin, while also refining your lifting lines.

In conclusion,

It's important to remember that when choosing an InMode treatment, it's not just about the machine; the practitioner's understanding of anatomy, their ability to manage settings, and their skill in creating a customized plan are all crucial.

Kkeuthan Clinic adheres to these principles, consistently providing treatments and conducting research to achieve optimal lifting results for you.

Even though it's the same InMode treatment, we strive to deliver a distinctly superior InMode experience for our clients.

Treatment Information

Step 1 FX: Total face lifting from the epidermis to the SMAS layer using electrical stimulation that combines high-energy radiofrequency and IRE technology. This helps reduce unwanted fat and regenerate collagen, leading to improved facial contour lines.

Step 2 FORMA: Delivers powerful thermal energy to the dermal layer to boost collagen production, improve wrinkles, and enhance skin elasticity.

Entire procedure performed by medical professionals.