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Thermage Korea: Preheat Thermage FLX in SeoulTitanium laser warm-up, then Thermage FLX tightening
Looking for Thermage in Korea? At HERA in Gangnam, we do it in two steps. First, the Soprano Titanium laser warms the deeper layers of your skin. Then Thermage FLX radiofrequency heats the dermis so collagen contracts and rebuilds. The session takes 30 to 40 minutes.
- Thermage FLX
- Titanium preheat step
- 30–40 minutes
- Minimal downtime
- Same price as locals
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jong Hoon LeeLast updated
- Titanium preheat. The laser glides over the skin and warms the deeper layers.
- Thermage FLX. The tip sends radiofrequency heat into the dermis, pulse by pulse.
- Collagen tightens. Fibers contract now, and new collagen builds over 2–3 months.
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- International patientstreated at HERA
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- Years in practiceDr. Jong Hoon Lee
- 25+
- Lifting textbookCo-author, LIFTINGOLOGY
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How Thermage works
Radiofrequency heat, aimed at the layer that holds your skin firm.
Thermage FLX is monopolar radiofrequency. The tip touches the skin and sends heat down into the dermis, where collagen sits. Heated collagen fibers contract right away. Over the next months, your skin makes new collagen in the same area.
Monopolar radiofrequency
Energy passes through the skin to the dermis. Nothing cuts the skin, and nothing is injected.
Cooling at the surface
The tip cools the skin surface while the heat works underneath. You feel warmth in short pulses.
Auto-tuned pulses
Thermage FLX uses AccuREP technology, which measures the tissue and adjusts energy before each pulse.
One session
Thermage is planned as a single session. Many patients repeat it about once a year.
Thermage is FDA-cleared for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles. FDA clearance describes the device. It does not promise a result.
Why HERA preheats
Two devices, one plan: warm first, then tighten.
Standard Thermage starts cold. At HERA, the Soprano Titanium laser warms your skin first. The reason is simple: pre-warmed tissue lets the radiofrequency spread more evenly and more comfortably.
Soprano Titanium laser
Warm the deeper layers and organize facial lines
The laser handpiece glides over the face in passes. The deeper layers warm up gradually. This is the priming step.
- Glides, no stamping
- Warms deeper layers
- Primes the tissue
Your session, step by step
- 01
Consultation and skin analysis. A HERA doctor checks your elasticity, texture and sagging pattern.
- 02
Design and mapping. Zones and levels are planned for both the preheat and the radiofrequency stage.
- 03
Numbing. Topical anesthetic cream is applied.
- 04
Preheat stage. The Soprano Titanium laser warms the deeper layers.
- 05
Thermage stage. Thermage FLX radiofrequency tightens dermal collagen.
- 06
Check and aftercare. We review the tightening with you and explain soothing care and sun protection.
Thermage vs Ultherapy
Thermage or Ultherapy? Radiofrequency vs ultrasound.
Both use heat to tighten. They reach different layers, so they do different jobs. Many faces need one more than the other, and some need both.
- Energy
- Preheat ThermageMonopolar radiofrequencyUltherapy PrimeMicro-focused ultrasound
- Main layer
- Preheat ThermageDermis, spread across the treated areaUltherapy PrimeFocused points at 1.5, 3.0 and 4.5 mm, down to the SMAS
- Best at
- Preheat ThermageTightening the skin itself, texture and fine linesUltherapy PrimeLifting the deeper support layer: jawline, cheeks, brows
- What it feels like
- Preheat ThermageWarmth in short pulses, surface cooledUltherapy PrimeBrief deep pulses along each line
- Numbing
- Preheat ThermageTopical creamUltherapy PrimeTopical cream
- Session at HERA
- Preheat Thermage30–40 minutes, two stepsUltherapy Prime20–30 minutes, after a 3D scan
- Results
- Preheat ThermageBuilds over 2–3 months, typically 12–18 monthsUltherapy PrimeBuilds over about 3 months, typically 12–18 months
- Downtime
- Preheat ThermageMinimalUltherapy PrimeMinimal
- HERA's version
- Preheat ThermageSoprano Titanium preheat, then Thermage FLXUltherapy PrimeAI-Mapping with an EVE V MUSE 3D scan, then Ultherapy Prime
Which one comes first?
- Your skin feels thin, crepey or loose on the surfaceThermage usually comes first.
- Your jawline is blurring or your cheeks have droppedUltherapy usually comes first.
- Both are happeningA combination often does more than either alone.
Combine them
Premium Lift Combo
HERA's Premium Lift Combo puts Ultherapy, Thermage and Titanium in one plan. Ultherapy works on the SMAS, Thermage on the dermis, and Titanium on the surface.
- UltherapySMAS
- ThermageDermis
- TitaniumSurface
Treatment areas
Where Thermage tightens.
- 01
Full face
Overall firmnessFor overall sagging and lost firmness. Improves contour and fine lines across the face.
Thermage before and after - 02
Jawline & cheeks
Lower faceTightens a sagging lower face for a more defined line.
Thermage FLX in Korea guide - 03
Eyes & forehead
Upper faceSmooths fine wrinkles and firms the thin skin around the eyes and on the forehead.
Eye Thermage in Korea - 04
Neck
Neck skinFirms lax neck skin and softens horizontal lines.
Thermage cost guide
Your doctor sets the zones and levels at consultation.
Who it suits
Preheat Thermage suits you if…
Your skin has lost elasticity overall and you want deeper tightening
You want to work on sagging and skin texture in one visit
You want a more even, more comfortable Thermage session
You prefer a non-surgical lift with minimal downtime
Radiofrequency alone did not firm your skin as much as you hoped
Probably not the right fit
- Heavy sagging that needs tissue repositioned. A thread lift or a combination will do more
- You expect a dramatic change on the day. Most of the result builds over months
- Pregnancy, or an implanted electronic device such as a pacemaker. Tell your doctor first
- Active skin infection or open wounds in the area
What it does
01
Two-step synergy
Titanium preheating primes the skin, so the Thermage stage tightens more completely.
02
Collagen regeneration
Radiofrequency contracts existing collagen and starts new collagen in the dermis.
03
Even, comfortable delivery
Pre-warmed skin takes the radiofrequency more smoothly.
04
No needles, no incisions
Topical numbing cream only.
Results
What you see, and when.
Some tightening shows right after the session. Most of the change comes from new collagen, which takes time.
Day 0
Immediate tightening
Skin feels firmer. Mild redness or warmth usually fades within a day.
Week 1
Back to normal
Daily life carries on. Avoid saunas and strong sun for a few days.
Month 2–3
Fuller result
New collagen builds and the tightening becomes clearer.
12–18 months
How long it lasts
Typically 12–18 months, depending on your skin.
Results and timing vary from person to person.
See real lifting before & after casesPlanning your trip
Thermage in Korea fits a short stay in Seoul.
Downtime is minimal, so you don't need to plan recovery days. Here is how a typical visit runs.
- Before you fly
Send photos on WhatsApp
A front and a side photo. We reply with a plan and a written, itemized estimate.
- Visit day
Consult and treat
Consultation, numbing, then 30–40 minutes for both steps. An English interpreter is with you throughout.
- Same evening
Carry on
Mild redness or warmth may linger briefly. Most people go back to their plans right away.
- Next day
Fly home
You can usually fly the next day. Keep up sunscreen, and message us on WhatsApp with any question.
- Treatment time
- 30–40 minutes
- Numbing
- Topical cream
- Downtime
- Minimal
- Lasts
- Typically 12–18 months
- Interpreter
- English, on site
Read our honest guide to Thermage side effects Questions after you fly home? Message us on WhatsApp.
Our doctors
Planned and performed by the doctor who consults you.
FAQ
Questions about Thermage in Korea
Can't find yours? Ask us on WhatsApp. A coordinator replies, and Dr. Lee reviews medical questions.
Why preheat the skin before Thermage?
Warming the tissue first with the Titanium laser helps radiofrequency energy spread more evenly and comfortably, so the dermis is tightened more completely than with radiofrequency alone.
Is it painful?
Topical numbing cream and the device's cooling keep discomfort low. You may feel warmth and brief deep heat pulses during the radiofrequency stage.
When will I see results and how long do they last?
Some tightening is visible right after the session, with the fuller lift building over 2–3 months as collagen rebuilds. Results typically last 12–18 months depending on skin condition.
Is there downtime?
Downtime is minimal. Mild redness or warmth may linger briefly, so most patients return to daily life immediately.
How is this different from standard Thermage?
It adds a laser preheating step before the radiofrequency stage. This primes the skin for more even energy delivery and pairs deep warming with dermal tightening for a smoother, firmer result.
How much is Thermage in Korea at HERA?
We don't publish a fixed price. It depends on the areas and the plan. Send two photos on WhatsApp and we reply with a written, itemized estimate. International patients pay the same price as Korean patients.
Can I fly home the day after Thermage?
Usually, yes. Downtime is minimal and most people return to daily life right away. Tell us your flight date at consultation so we can plan around it.
I don't speak Korean. Is that a problem?
No. An English interpreter is on site from consultation to aftercare, and you can message us on WhatsApp after you fly home.
About this page
Written by HERA's medical team and reviewed by Dr. Jong Hoon Lee. Treatment details come from how HERA performs Preheat Thermage. General Thermage FLX facts come from the manufacturer, Solta Medical. The 3D graphics are illustrations made for this page, not device photos. We don't publish prices or before-and-after images we can't verify. Ask us for a written estimate and real cases.
Send two photos. Get a Thermage plan before you fly.
A front and a side photo is enough for Dr. Lee to tell you whether Preheat Thermage fits, which areas to treat, and whether Ultherapy should join it.
Ask about Thermage구글 후기
해외 환자들이 직접 남긴 말
구글에 올라온 후기를 고치지 않고 그대로 옮겼습니다. 후기를 누르면 구글에서 원문을 볼 수 있습니다.
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