The Secret Clinic Journal shares general treatment information and questions to help you prepare for a medical consultation. Every article is reviewed before publication.
The first question in a Sofwave consultation is often how many pulses to receive. However, this number counts how many times the device was pressed, not the intensity of the treatment. Comparing numbers without considering where and how much was used is meaningless. This article explains what the pulse count represents, whether there are official recommended standards, and cases where increasing the number is not the answer.
Read article →Many are surprised to find lumps at their fingertips a few days after Rejuran. This reaction is already listed in the product manual. However, being listed doesn't mean everything is okay. It's necessary to distinguish between what can be monitored and what requires medical consultation. This article summarizes those criteria and what you should avoid doing in the meantime.
Read article →Lifting consultations usually compare two categories: radiofrequency (RF) and ultrasound. However, there is another category using microwaves, which differs fundamentally in its heat generation principle. A key feature is how its purpose changes depending on whether it is used on the face or body. This article explains the differences between these three categories and how to judge the expected scope of results.
Read article →The difference between the two products is not "regeneration vs. glow," but rather what is added and where it is approved for use. Rejuran® consists of a single ingredient, Sodium Polynucleotide, while Rejuran HB plus® contains Sodium Hyaluronate and the local anesthetic Lidocaine. Their approved purposes also differ: "temporary improvement of facial wrinkles in adults" vs. "temporary improvement of crow's feet in adults through physical restoration." Reading these descriptions makes the choice much simpler.
Read article →Energy-based lifting treatments all share the principle of "delivering heat to induce a tissue recovery response." The difference lies in which layer and in what pattern that heat is delivered. RF heats a wide volume, while focused ultrasound creates heat at specific points. Even with ultrasound, different target depths result in different treatments. Planning two or more together can be helpful, but since evidence for the order and interval of combinations is still limited, it should be distinguished from a "more is better" approach.
Read article →Some patients considering Ultherapy PRIME® have facial volume loss in addition to, or instead of, skin laxity. Although these changes can look similar, they have different underlying causes and may require different treatment approaches. Focused ultrasound is designed to deliver controlled thermal energy to selected tissue depths and induce a gradual tissue-remodeling response. It does not replace lost facial volume. This article explains the difference between laxity and volume loss, how Ultherapy PRIME® works, and what should be considered before deciding whether the treatment is appropriate.
Read article →A checklist of key items, documents to prepare, questions to ask, and scheduling considerations for Sculptra consultations before important events. Individual plans should be confirmed through clinician consultation.
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