Face Radiofrequency Treatment – Dr Hans Clinics
Ageing of the face is rarely caused by one single factor. Skin gradually loses elasticity, collagen fibres become less organised and the dermis slowly becomes thinner. Over time these changes contribute to skin laxity, fine lines and reduced skin firmness.
Many patients want to address these changes but are not ready for surgery. They often want treatments that support skin quality in a gradual and controlled way.
One treatment used at Dr Hans Clinics for this purpose is Neauvia Sectum radiofrequency therapy.
Sectum is a medical radiofrequency platform designed to deliver controlled thermal energy into the skin using specialised applicators. The aim of the treatment is to gently heat the dermis and support the skin’s natural structural proteins.
Rather than aggressively removing skin layers, radiofrequency treatments focus on stimulating the dermis through controlled heating. This approach is widely used in dermatology and aesthetic medicine to improve skin firmness and texture.
At Dr Hans Clinics we offer treatment courses rather than single sessions. This approach generally produces better outcomes.
Treatment courses are usually performed at weekly intervals.
PRF EZ Gel Biofiller is frequently marketed in ways that overstate what it does. Claims of long-lasting structural volume, permanent regeneration, or results comparable to dermal fillers aren’t supported by the current evidence. The published literature on plasma gel treatments is still relatively limited, and most studies are small and early in their design.
What we can say with reasonable confidence: PRF Biofiller improves subtle hollowing and early volume loss in suitable patients, delivers some regenerative stimulus through the PRF component, and does so without synthetic material. Results are real but modest, and maintenance is part of the treatment.
We think patients deserve to know that before they book. The consultation is where we work out whether this treatment makes sense for you, and if something else would work better, we’ll recommend that instead.
MBBS | MSc Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (UCL) | PGDip Bioethics (UNESCO Chair)
One concern patients frequently raise is whether radiofrequency treatments can reduce facial fat.
This concern often comes from misunderstanding how radiofrequency energy works.
Fat cells are damaged only when exposed to higher temperatures and longer exposure times than those typically used in facial skin tightening treatments.
Sectum facial protocols generally maintain tissue temperatures around:
37–41°C
These temperatures are selected to stimulate the dermis rather than damage fat tissue.
Adipocyte injury typically requires temperatures above those used in facial RF tightening.
For this reason, when treatments are performed correctly within recommended parameters, fat loss is not an expected outcome.
Most patients describe the sensation as warmth rather than pain.
Energy levels are adjusted throughout treatment to maintain comfort.
Some patients notice subtle improvements after the first few treatments.
More noticeable changes often develop gradually over several weeks.
Results vary depending on skin quality and lifestyle factors.
Maintenance treatments may be recommended.
Melasma is a complex pigmentation disorder influenced by hormonal factors, ultraviolet exposure and heat.
Although radiofrequency does not target melanin directly, excessive heat can theoretically aggravate melasma in some individuals.
For patients with melasma:
• conservative treatment parameters may be used
• treatment areas may be modified
• combination treatment plans may be recommended
A consultation is required to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
No.
Radiofrequency treatments improve skin quality but do not reposition deeper tissues or remove excess skin.
Yes.
Many patients benefit from combination treatment plans tailored to their individual concerns.
Radiofrequency treatments are not suitable for everyone.
| Condition | Reason |
|---|---|
Pregnancy |
Safety has not been established |
Pacemakers or implanted electronic devices |
RF energy may interfere with device function |
Metal implants in the treatment area |
Potential heating risk |
Active skin infection |
Risk of spreading infection |
Open wounds |
Risk of tissue damage |
Severe inflammatory skin disease |
May worsen inflammation |
Patients with autoimmune conditions or recent surgical procedures may require individual assessment.
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