RefinedMD
800 Pollard Road, Building A
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Phone: (408) 688-2082
Office Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday: Please call for availability
Closed Sundays & Holidays
EMFACE is a non-invasive treatment that combines radiofrequency heating with HIFES™ muscle stimulation to lift facial tissues, tighten skin, and improve facial definition. By treating both the skin and underlying muscles, EMFACE creates a natural-looking lift without needles, fillers, or recovery time.
EMFACE is a revolutionary treatment by the makers of EMSCULPT® and EMSCULPT NEO®, and is the most advanced device addressing the most common signs of aging. At RefinedMD, we are proud to be the first in Los Gatos and the San Jose region to offer this procedure.
Since establishing RefinedMD in 2012, Dr. Swengel has earned a reputation throughout the South Bay as one of the area’s top cosmetic and medical dermatologists. He is sought out for his expertise as a Mohs micrographic surgeon and laser treatment specialist, as well as his warm, attentive style of patient care.
Meet Dr. Steven SwengelAs we get older, our face loses muscle tone, muscle density, facial fat, and even bone. This starts in our 30s for most of us, as the production of elastin and collagen decreases significantly. The lower face begins losing definition, while the brow and cheeks begin to sag. EMFACE reverses these early signs of aging for both men and women.
EMFACE results are enduring, patient satisfaction is high, and there is zero discomfort reported by most clients. Plus, during clinical trials, no adverse events were observed or reported during any of the clinical test sites.
In clinical studies, patients enjoyed:
Study results show that EMFACE stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, the building blocks of smoother, tighter skin. In fact, most patients show an increase of 110% elastin and a 26% increase in collagen after treatments. A dramatic increase in these 2 markers for youthful-looking skin encourages positive textural changes while supporting subdermal connective tissues. In other words, with EMFACE, you literally infuse your skin with the agents needed to look younger without surgery.
EMFACE is part of the BTL Aesthetics family. For over a decade, BTL has been revolutionizing the body sculpting marketplace. EMFACE brings that technology to facial toning. The work leading to the development and commercialization was meticulous and science-based. BTL’s unprecedented EMFACE technology is at the forefront of non-invasive aesthetic medicine.
Safety and efficacy were demonstrated in 9 separate clinical studies conducted by BTL Aesthetics at 15 different research centers. These studies included 3,000+ treatments. Backed by decades of science, hundreds of studies, and over 300 engineers, BTL Aesthetics has again brought its unique brand of applied science to the forefront so you can postpone, and even turn back, the natural signs of facial aging. EMFACE can be an ideal option for those struggling with early signs of facial sagging or those who want to delay or avoid more invasive procedures like a facelift.
EMFACE delivers 2 energy modalities simultaneously: HIFES contraction energy to create the lift via facial muscle toning, and interlaced, synchronized radiofrequency, which delivers gentle heat to minimize wrinkles and remodel the face’s tissues.
An initial series of brief sessions yields striking results in just a few weeks. Routine maintenance sessions help you keep that youthful appearance and continue to encourage collagen and elastin production.
How do we know? Beyond the many studies, we’ve also tried EMFACE ourselves! Our board-certified dermatologist Dr. Steven Swengel and double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Sudeep Roy have conducted research based on the science and effectiveness of EMFACE. At RefinedMD, we offer only science-backed treatments that we believe in—and that’s why EMFACE is part of our suite of treatments.
The cost of EMFACE varies based on the individual patient. We will discuss pricing during your EMFACE consultation.
A typical treatment plan includes a series of 4, 20-minute sessions spaced 5 to 10 days apart. Follow-up appointments are scheduled 1 and 3 months after your initial series of treatments. We take precise baseline photographs when you begin treatment and at the 3-month final results mark.
You’ll feel a gentle warming sensation while the device heats the skin’s surface to approximately 41 degrees Celsius. You may experience a mild electrical feeling and/or a buzzing sensation that moves from the forehead to the cheeks. All patients tolerate the treatment well.
EMFACE is non-invasive, meaning it doesn’t involve needles, incisions, or downtime. It relies on muscle thickening, which decreases the appearance of wrinkles and provides more volume, especially to the mid-face.
Most candidates are eligible for EMFACE. The treatment benefits women and men who are concerned about mild laxity, wrinkles, skin plumpness, elastin and collagen loss or fullness in the jawline.
Facial plastic surgeons recommend EMFACE treatments to help maintain facelift results. The benefits of additional elastin and collagen from an EMFACE treatment will improve current facelift results. EMFACE can also benefit older patients before facelift surgery.
EMFACE applicators fit on the lower cheek and across the forehead. The combination of motions during a treatment may affect certain tissues in the upper neck, resulting in some improvement in that area.
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