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Duration
20-40 minutes
Recommended sessions
3-5 sessions at 2-4 week intervals recommended
Downtime
Immediate return to daily life; temporary flushing or swelling possible

Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Reviewed by our medical director

Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted

Where there is little fat, results may be limited — which is why diagnosis matters.

InMode
People and scenes shown are AI-generated for illustration. They are not actual patients, staff, our clinic, or treatment results.

01Overview

InMode RF lifting that addresses fat pockets and laxity together

InMode is a radiofrequency (RF) lifting treatment that manages small facial fat deposits and lax skin at the same time.

Duration
20-40 minutes
Recommended sessions
3-5 sessions at 2-4 week intervals recommended
Downtime
Immediate return to daily life; temporary flushing or swelling possible
How long it lasts
Builds over a course of sessions (individual results vary)

02What to expect

Changes over time

The FX handpiece uses deep heat to reduce unwanted fat, while the Forma handpiece delivers dermal heat to improve firmness.

Right after treatment01

Right after treatment

Warmth and flushing are possible, and most people return to daily life the same day.

Days 2–302

Days 2–3

Swelling and tenderness can appear in this window. They usually settle within a few days.

Over the sessions03

Over the sessions

With 3–5 sessions at 2–4 week intervals, changes in residual fat and contour appear gradually.

Follow-up04

Follow-up

Once the course is complete we review the result and decide on maintenance or reinforcement.

These images were generated with AI. They are not photographs of patients and do not show treatment results; they illustrate the recovery process. The actual course varies from person to person.

03Device & Technology

InMode (Forma / FX) Device

InMode (Israel) · FDA cleared · MFDS (Korean FDA) approved

InMode (Forma / FX)
InMode

FX — residual fat

Deep heat works on unwanted fat. Used for the double chin and jowl area.

Forma — firmness

Dermal heat induces collagen regeneration to reinforce firmness.

04Procedure

How your visit goes

Specialist diagnosis01

Specialist diagnosis

We determine whether the sagging is fat-driven or laxity-driven.

Handpiece selection02

Handpiece selection

FX (fat) and Forma (firmness) are allocated by area.

Treatment03

Treatment

Performed directly by a board-certified dermatologist.

Aftercare04

Aftercare

You go home once the heat sensation has settled.

Every procedure is performed directly by a board-certified dermatologist.

05Before / After

Before & After

InMode double-chin progress over sessions

Clinical photos. Results vary with skin condition, age and treatment plan. Before-and-after photos are published with the patient's written consent, taken under identical conditions (lighting, angle) and never retouched. Results vary by individual.

06Aftercare

Recovery & care

  1. 01

    First 1–2 hours

    Mild flushing and warmth are possible and usually settle within a few hours. You can wash your face and wear makeup the same day.

  2. 02

    First week

    Avoid strong heat — sauna, hot baths, heavy drinking — for a few days, and moisturise more than usual.

  3. 03

    1–12 weeks

    This is the collagen remodelling window. Use SPF 30 or higher every day to protect skin that is regenerating.

  4. 04

    Follow-up

    Whether to treat again is decided after reviewing your course, not on a fixed schedule.

Recovery & care

07FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does InMode work?

InMode is a lifting treatment that uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to manage small facial fat deposits and lax skin together. The FX handpiece delivers heat deep into the tissue to address unwanted fat, while the Forma handpiece delivers heat to the dermis to reinforce firmness. In a single session, the two handpieces are allocated by area.

How are FX and Forma used differently?

At consultation we first determine whether the sagging is due to fat or to loss of firmness, then allocate accordingly. FX is mainly used on areas where fat has accumulated, such as a double chin or jowls, and Forma on areas where skin firmness has decreased. Where both causes overlap, the two are sometimes used together.

Who is InMode suited to, and are there cases where it is not suitable?

We consider it for those concerned about small facial fat deposits such as a double chin or jowls, or whose contour has blurred from combined fat and sagging. For sagging with little fat, results may be limited, which is why consultation matters. It is not recommended if you have an implanted electronic medical device, have metal implants, infection, or wounds in the treatment area, or are pregnant.

How much pain is there, and how long does it take?

Pain is low to moderate, mostly a heat sensation, and how much you feel differs by individual. Treatment proceeds after topical numbing cream and takes about 20-40 minutes depending on the area.

How long does swelling last after treatment?

It varies, but it typically settles within 2-3 days. During this period, you may have swelling along with tenderness to the touch. You can go about daily life right after treatment.

How many InMode sessions do I need?

A typical course is 3-5 sessions at 2-4 week intervals. Change becomes clearer when sessions are continued rather than after 1 session, and the number and interval are adjusted according to your skin's response.

When do results appear, and how long do they last?

It is a cumulative treatment in which changes in small fat deposits and contour appear gradually as sessions accumulate. After completing a course, we evaluate your progress to decide on maintenance or booster sessions, and the degree of change and how long it lasts vary by individual.

How is it different from Ultherapy?

Ultherapy uses ultrasound to lift the SMAS layer, while InMode uses radiofrequency to address small fat deposits and firmness. When fat is involved, as with a double chin, InMode is considered first, and if SMAS-layer sagging is also present, the two are sometimes combined.

Is it also combined with V-OLET or Botox?

Yes, depending on the cause of your concern, they are sometimes planned together. If there is a lot of fat under the chin we consider V-OLET, which addresses fat by injection, and if a muscle-related cause is also present, Botox. The order and interval of treatments are decided after consultation.

Is there anything to be careful about after treatment?

You go home after soothing care once the heat sensation has settled, and for a few days, avoid strong heat such as saunas, jjimjilbang (Korean bathhouses), and heavy drinking. We recommend moisturizing well and applying sunscreen daily. If swelling or pain worsens, please contact the clinic.

How much does InMode cost?

The cost depends on the treatment area and session plan, so it is confirmed after consultation. Reference prices can be found on the price list on our website, and booking is available via Naver Booking, our KakaoTalk channel, or phone (+82-51-710-1891); consultations are also available via LINE.

Fees

Pricing depends on area and session package, and is confirmed after consultation.

See the fee schedule →
References 5
  1. Approval: InMode (Forma / FX) · FDA cleared · MFDS (Korean FDA) approved
  2. Manufacturer: InMode (Israel)
  3. Korea MFDS medical device registry — searchable by approval number
  4. Korean Dermatological Association — specialist credential lookup
  5. Reviewed by: Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director

⚠ Cautions & contraindications

  • —An implanted electronic medical device such as a pacemaker or defibrillator
  • —Metal or electronic implants in the treatment area
  • —Active infection or an open wound in the treatment area
  • —Pregnancy (not recommended — safety data are insufficient)
Summary & comparison
TreatmentTarget layerMain changeDurationHow long it lastsDowntime
InMode ←—RF lifting that addresses fat pockets and laxity together20-40 minutesBuilds over a course of sessions (individual results vary)Immediate return to daily life; temporary flushing or swelling possible
Ultherapy PRIMEL3 Fat layerUltrasound lifting that reaches the SMAS layer40-60 minutes depending on areaTypically 6 months to 1 year (individual results vary)Immediate return to daily life; temporary swelling or tingling possible
ThermageL2 DermisMonopolar RF tightening that rebuilds dermal collagen40-60 minutes depending on areaTypically around 1 year (individual results vary)Immediate return to daily life; temporary flushing possible
Tune FaceL3 Fat layerRF lifting that tunes texture, firmness, and contour together30-50 minutesMaintained over several months (individual results vary)Immediate return to daily life
Oligio—Monopolar RF tightening with a lighter footprint30-50 minutesSeveral months to 1 year (individual results vary)Immediate return to daily life

Treatments used for the same concern, placed side by side. Which one fits is decided in consultation after the layer is identified.

Reviewed byDr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted

Aftercare

Draft — pending medical director's review

Radiofrequency lifting

Heat is built up in the dermis to address firmness. Redness and warmth right after treatment usually settle the same day, and normal life resumes from the next day.

Recovery course

  1. Day of treatmentWarmth and redness are expected. Cool the skin gently with a cold towel and moisturise well.
  2. Next dayRedness has mostly faded. Makeup and face washing can continue as usual.
  3. Week 1The skin may feel drier than usual; focus on moisturising and sun protection.
  4. Months 1–3Firmness improves gradually. If treatment is split into sessions, the next one is scheduled in this window.

Avoid during this period

  • Sauna, hot baths, strenuous exercise and alcohol — for 2–3 days after treatment
  • Exfoliating and peeling products — for 1 week

Contact the clinic if

  • Redness has not calmed after 3 days
  • Blisters or weeping appear
  • Pain worsens in one particular area

Next session · next visitDepends on the device and goal, usually every 6–12 months. If areas are treated separately, we will advise at consultation.

Individual recovery varies. If it differs from what you expected, do not judge on your own — please contact the clinic. Tel +82-51-710-1891

View all aftercare →

If this is what you came for

Draft — pending medical director's review

If you had InMode in mind

Many people ask for it when talking about the jawline and double chin. Even with the same concern, the layer to treat differs depending on whether the laxity comes from the skin, the fat or the SMAS beneath. We look at the layer first and then set the order.

  • XERF →

    Used when radiofrequency needs to reach both the dermis and the fat layer. It also suits schedules that cannot allow a long recovery.

  • M-Tight (Engine Lifting) →

    Targets a narrower area when fat under the chin and loose skin appear together.

  • Ultherapy PRIME →

    If the sagging comes from a lowered SMAS layer, treating that layer directly is the right order.

This is general guidance. What suits you is decided at the consultation.

People and scenes shown are AI-generated for illustration. They are not actual patients, staff, our clinic, or treatment results.

Next step

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