When considering localized fat removal and skin tightening through high-frequency energy delivery to the dermis, InMode is undoubtedly one of the most cost-effective treatments.

InMode is a leading device utilizing bipolar RF (radiofrequency) technology, with years of proven effectiveness based on extensive clinical use.

 

Today, many dermatology clinics have adopted InMode, leading to increased competition and more affordable treatment costs.

 

While this makes it seem like an easy and accessible procedure, achieving maximum results requires careful attention to several key factors.

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1️⃣ Maintaining Adequate Temperature is Key to Effectiveness

InMode is designed with a cut-off temperature system, which automatically reduces energy output when the temperature exceeds a certain threshold to prevent epidermal burns.

 

Typically, when the InMode treatment temperature surpasses 40°C, patients may feel a sensation of heat, prompting practitioners to apply cooling or move to another area.

 

However, this approach may not provide sufficient fat reduction effects.

 

Why?

Even if the deep tissue temperature reaches over 50°C, this alone is not enough to induce fat cell apoptosis (cell death).

 

To effectively eliminate fat cells, it is essential to maintain a temperature of 50°C or higher for a sustained period.

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2️⃣ The Order of Handpiece Application Matters

To maintain the necessary temperature locally, it is crucial not to move to another area simply because the patient experiences discomfort during the procedure.

 

For example, if the practitioner moves from the right side to the left side as soon as the patient feels pain, the temperature in the treated area will not reach the required level, leading to suboptimal results.

 

Instead, proper temperature control and gradual heating should be prioritized to maximize the effectiveness of the treatment.

Therefore, even if the patient experiences significant discomfort, it is important to use numbing cream or other pain management techniques in advance to maintain the local temperature.

 

✔ Instead of treating a large area at once, focusing on raising the temperature in specific localized areas is more effective.

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3️⃣ InMode Should Only Be Used on Fat Layers

 

📌 Properly Identifying the Target Treatment Area is Crucial

 

There have been cases where patients complained that no treatment seemed to reduce facial fat, despite multiple attempts with various procedures.

After a thorough examination, it was determined that the issue was not excess fat but rather enlargement of the parotid and submandibular glands.

 

If there is no issue with the fat layer, InMode will provide little to no effect.

 

In such cases, Botox is often a more appropriate treatment option.

Similarly, in cases where a double chin is caused by an overdeveloped platysma muscle, the approach should be different.

 

If muscle hypertrophy is the primary cause of the double chin, using Botox in combination with other treatments is more effective than fat reduction procedures like InMode.

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4️⃣ Always Perform the Procedure at or Above the Recommended Energy Level

To shorten the treatment time, some practitioners may lower the power setting and extend the pulse duration as an alternative approach.

However, this approach comes with drawbacks:

 

✔ While it may shorten the treatment time, it fails to achieve sufficient temperature increase, leading to reduced effectiveness.

✔ The temperature may not reach the optimal level before the procedure ends, making it difficult to achieve noticeable results.

 

For best outcomes, it is recommended to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and perform the treatment at maximum recommended power levels.

🔹 Post-Treatment Bruising

When treated at high energy levels, some bruising (hematoma) may occur.

 

However, this is typically mild and disappears naturally within a week, so it is not a major concern.

 

To achieve optimal results, it is recommended to:
✔ Set a longer pulse duration at the beginning of the treatment.
✔ Gradually shorten the pulse duration as the temperature approaches the cut-off threshold.

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✅ Summary (3 Key Takeaways)

 

✔ InMode's radiofrequency technology is most effective when maintaining a temperature of 50°C or higher for a sustained period.

 

✔ Treatment duration and proper area selection significantly impact the overall effectiveness.

 

✔ Since InMode has a low risk of burns, performing the treatment at high energy levels maximizes results.

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I hope this information is helpful to many of you! 😊

 

📌 If you have any questions about the procedure, feel free to leave a comment!

 

Thank you for reading until the end!

 

📍 Primi Clinic

3F, 52 Seongsuil-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea