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Radiofrequency

August 15, 2026

Lifting & Devices

고주파

An approach that warms the dermis with the resistive heat generated when a radiofrequency current passes through tissue, inducing a response.

How it works

Where ultrasound gathers heat at a single point, radiofrequency has the characteristic of warming a relatively wide area evenly. Electrode arrangement and the way depth is controlled differ by device.

Good to know

Many devices use a cooling function alongside to protect the skin surface. The range over which the heat acts and the sensation differ from ultrasound, so the choice divides according to the area of concern.

This entry is general medical information provided to aid understanding. It does not guarantee the results of any specific treatment or product, and diagnostic and treatment methods and their outcomes may differ depending on each person's condition. Please confirm the details through a medical consultation.

Director Kim Hyun-joo
Kim Hyun-jooDirector of Mason Clinic · Medical content author/reviewer

Graduate of Kyung Hee University School of Medicine (Magna cum laude) · Former director of Plus Hu Clinic, Girin Plastic Surgery, and DA Plastic Surgery · Regular member of the Korean Academy of Filler, Korean Academy of Aesthetic Plastic & Laser Medicine, Korean Academy of Laser, Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT), Korean Lifting Research Society (KAFC), Korean Association of Obesity Research Physicians, and Korean Society for the Study of Obesity · Thermage User Training Course certified expert

The medical information on this page was written and reviewed by the director of Mason Clinic. Treatment results may vary from person to person. · Last reviewed 2026-08-15