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ArticleJournal of cosmetic dermatology2025

Synchronized RF and HIFES Technology for Clinically Significant Wrinkle Reduction: A Multicenter 3D Evaluation.

Chris W Robb, Joel L Cohen, Amanda Holden, J D McCoy, Lesley Clark-Loeser, Jennifer Levine

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Article in Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Chris W RobbSkin & Allergy Center, Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5617-2798
Joel L CohenAboutSkin Dermatology and AboutSkin Research, Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6513-7129
Amanda HoldenHolden Timeless Beauty, San Marcos, California, USA.
J D McCoyContour Medical, Gilbert, Arizona, USA.
Lesley Clark-LoeserPrecision Skin Institute, Davie, Florida, USA.
Jennifer LevineJL Aesthetics, New York, New York, USA.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe pursuit of youthful skin reflects its association with health and well-being. Energy-based procedures are increasingly favored for their noninvasive nature and ability to target signs of aging at the tissue level through controlled thermal or mechanical stimulation.

aimsThis study evaluated the HIFES combined with synchronized radiofrequency (RF) as a noninvasive wrinkle treatment.

methodsThirty-three patients underwent four treatments using HIFES and synchronized RF. Follow-up visits occurred at 1 and 3 months post-treatment. Wrinkle severity was assessed using 3D photographs and expressed as a percentage change, while 2D photographs were evaluated using the Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale (GAIS) and the Fitzpatrick Wrinkle and Elastosis Scale (FWES). Patient-reported outcomes included a 5-point Likert scale satisfaction survey and a comfort questionnaire.

resultsSignificant wrinkle reduction was observed. 3D analysis showed wrinkle improvements of 20.13% ± 0.33% post-treatment, 23.15% ± 0.32% at 1 month, and 35.36% ± 3.34% at 3 months. At 3 months, 88% of participants improved by at least one GAIS point. FWES score declined from 5.6 to 3.8, reflecting a shift from wrinkle severity class II to I. High satisfaction and comfort were reported.

conclusionsHIFES combined with synchronized RF effectively reduces wrinkle severity, as evidenced by objective measurements and patient feedback. This noninvasive treatment offers a safe and well-tolerated option for improving skin appearance and quality.

Indexed as

Cosmetic TechniquesRadiofrequency TherapySkin AgingAdultAgedFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansImaging, Three-DimensionalMaleMiddle AgedPatient Reported Outcome MeasuresPatient SatisfactionPhotographySeverity of Illness IndexSkinHIFESnoninvasiveradiofrequencywrinkle reduction antiaging

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PMID40799122
PMCPMC12344545

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