Kkeuthan Clinic TenTherma Lifting

Principle of Radiofrequency Lifting

Monopolar Radiofrequency (RF) Lifting is a non-surgical lifting procedure that utilizes resistive heating generated as electric current passes through the skin.

This heat warms the collagen fibers in the skin's dermal layer to 60~70 degrees Celsius, causing immediate contraction (tightening), and at the same time, stimulates fibroblasts to promote the synthesis of new collagen and elastin.

Immediately after treatment: Dermal collagen contraction → Immediate increase in elasticity

Weeks later: Post-heat damage recovery response → New collagen generation → Enhanced lifting

In other words, immediate effects + delayed effects are both present in this treatment.

Monopolar vs. Bipolar

Radiofrequency lifting is categorized into monopolar and bipolar types.

Monopolar: Stimulates deep layers, beneficial for correcting double chin, jawline, and nasolabial folds.

Bipolar: Acts primarily on superficial layers, strong for improving skin texture, pores, and fine wrinkles.

The choice of device should vary depending on the patient's skin thickness, fat volume, and sensitivity.

TenTherma vs. Oligio

Many people ask, 'What's the difference between TenTherma and Oligio?'

Both devices are based on monopolar radiofrequency, but there are differences in their actual structure and method.

1. Impedance Check (Resistance Measurement)

Oligio: Impedance is measured only once at the start of treatment and then applied uniformly throughout the entire area.

TenTherma: measures impedance and adjusts output with every shot

→ This is the same method as Thermage, which reduces errors due to skin resistance in different areas and allows for more homogeneous and stable heat delivery.

To summarize, TenTherma is the true copy of Thermage, while Oligio offers better cost-effectiveness.

2. Tip Size

The TenTherma tip is larger than Oligio/Thermage.

A larger tip delivers stronger energy to a wider area per shot.

Even with the same 300 shots, TenTherma 300 shots > Oligio 300 shots

→ Stronger and longer-lasting effects

3. Epidermal Cooling Intensity

For monopolar RF, epidermal cooling is key to safety.

TenTherma has more powerful cooling than Oligio.

Even those with thin and sensitive skin can receive treatment with higher intensity and less pain.

Kkeuthan Clinic TenTherma Lifting Differentiators

Differentiator 1. Optimal Intensity Design – Thesis-Based Threshold Energy

Rather than a vague standard of 'not too hot', we use protocols based on academic papers and clinical data.

Designed based on ≥0.07kJ per shot / ≥40kJ total → only uses above the minimum threshold required for collagen remodeling

Within the patient's tolerable range, we minimize pain and maximize effectiveness.

(Source papers: Hong 2022 / Kim 2022 / Laubach 2009)

Differentiator 2. Thorough Customized Design

Beyond simply tightening the skin,

facial asymmetry, areas of concern, and areas with reduced elasticity are custom-designed after direct consultation with the director.

With a design that considers each person's facial structure, we aim for natural and harmonious lifting effects.

Differentiator 3. Design Grid & Superpass Overlapping Method

Kkeut Hanuiwon's Tenstherma draws a design grid to systematically delineate the treatment area.

Afterwards, the Super Pass method is applied,

safely overlapping heat in the necessary areas.

This method reduces unnecessary overheating and precisely accumulates effects, creating longer-lasting elasticity.

In other words, instead of random treatment, it is a strategically layered lifting technique.

Key Difference 4. Verification of Shot Count After Treatment – Transparent Procedures

After every treatment, we directly show patients exactly how many shots were administered.

We promise trustworthy procedures and transparent results.

Treatment Benefits

Powerful cooling minimizes pain

Impedance check with every shot → Maximized safety

Use of large tips → Stronger stimulation, longer-lasting effects

Non-invasive method → No anesthesia needed, minimal downtime

Recommended for

Those who need improvement in forehead, glabella, and nasolabial folds

Those concerned about overall facial lifting and elasticity

Those who want to improve pores and skin texture

Those who need improvement in double chin

Those who desire Thermage-level lifting effects but are burdened by the cost

Those who want quick recovery and find surgical or injectable procedures intimidating

Treatment Process

Self-cleansing

Gel application

Tenstherma lifting procedure

Completion

Post-Treatment Precautions

If the skin is thin, redness in the shape of the tip may remain for 1-2 weeks but will naturally disappear.

Symptoms such as redness, warmth, throbbing, swelling, toothache, and tooth sensitivity may occur but usually subside within 1-2 weeks.