Treatment Area
Sun damage & uneven tone — full face
1 session
Laser Resurfacing · non-invasive ultrasound
Sofwave® is a non-invasive ultrasound treatment designed to improve skin laxity, lift, and tone. It is FDA-cleared for improving facial lines and wrinkles and lifting areas such as the brow, submental region, and neck tissue.
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Device Details
What it treats
Sofwave® is designed to address the structural changes that contribute to visible aging, including collagen loss, skin laxity, and declining skin firmness. By delivering ultrasound energy to the optimal depth within the skin, Sofwave® stimulates new collagen production to lift, tighten, and improve skin quality—all while preserving a natural appearance.
How it works
Sofwave® delivers precisely controlled ultrasound energy to the mid-dermis, the optimal depth for stimulating new collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production. By targeting the skin's foundational support structures while leaving the skin's surface untouched, Sofwave® helps improve firmness, lift, and skin quality with little to no downtime.
Tailored to you
Dr. Rose customizes settings session by session to achieve desired treatment outcomes.
What to expect
A topical numbing cream is applied for ~75 minutes before treatment. The procedure itself takes 30-45 minutes and patients often describe the sensation as warmth with a light prickling. There is typically no downtime even immediately after treatment.
Downtime
One of Sofwave®'s greatest advantages is its ability to stimulate collagen without disrupting your lifestyle. Most patients experience little to no downtime and enjoy an immediate post-treatment glow. Because the skin's surface remains intact, many patients feel comfortable returning to work, dinner plans, or even an important event the same day.
The SOfwave® effect
Collagen remodeling continues gradually for weeks and months after treatment, with improvements in skin firmness and texture becoming increasingly noticeable over time.
Best candidates
Sofwave® is ideal for patients who want to maintain a naturally youthful appearance without surgery or significant downtime. Whether you're beginning to notice early skin laxity, softening along the jawline, or simply want to preserve collagen before more visible aging develops, Sofwave® offers a proactive approach to aging well. It is equally suited for prevention, maintenance, and early correction.
Not ideal for
Sofwave® excels at early correction, prevention, and maintenance, but is not intended to replace the results of a surgical facelift. A consultation with Dr. Rose will determine your best path forward.
Results
Results vary by individual. Photographs are unretouched and shared with patient consent. A personalized consultation is required to determine candidacy.
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Most patients describe Sofwave® as a series of brief pulses of heat or warmth as ultrasound energy is delivered beneath the skin. A topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to maximize comfort, and treatment settings can be adjusted based on individual tolerance. While some areas may feel more sensitive than others, most patients tolerate the procedure very well.
For most patients, a single Sofwave® treatment is sufficient to achieve visible improvement. Results continue to develop over the following weeks and months as new collagen forms and existing collagen remodels. Depending on your degree of laxity, aesthetic goals, and long-term maintenance strategy, Dr. Rose may recommend periodic maintenance treatments as part of a personalized treatment plan.
One of Sofwave®'s greatest advantages is its ability to stimulate collagen without disrupting your lifestyle. Most patients experience little to no downtime and enjoy an immediate post-treatment glow. Because the skin's surface remains intact, many patients feel comfortable returning to work, dinner plans, or even an important event the same day.
Yes. Sofwave® can be used on the face, neck, under the chin, and select areas of the body to improve skin firmness and address mild to moderate laxity. Because collagen loss occurs throughout the body—not just the face—many patients choose to treat multiple areas as part of a comprehensive skin tightening and longevity plan.
Many patients see initial improvement in tone and texture within 1 to 2 weeks as the surface refreshes. Deeper collagen remodeling — which addresses fine lines, scars, and overall firmness — continues for 3 to 6 months after your treatment series is complete.
Sofwave® is ideal for patients who want to maintain a naturally youthful appearance without surgery or significant downtime. Whether you're beginning to notice early skin laxity, softening along the jawline, or simply want to preserve collagen before more visible aging develops, Sofwave® offers a proactive approach to aging well. It is equally suited for prevention, maintenance, and early correction.
Sofwave® requires minimal pre-treatment preparation. You may arrive with clean, product-free skin and it is best to avoid excessive sun exposure in the days leading up to your appointment. Maintaining healthy, well-hydrated skin helps ensure an optimal treatment experience.
Pricing depends on the treatment area, session count, and protocol intensity prescribed for your goals. We share transparent pricing during your consultation along with package options for multi-session series. Financing options are available through our care partners.
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