1 / 5Face contouring at UPIC Clinic Myeongdong includes non-surgical, energy-based treatments for selected concerns involving lower-face fullness, submental fullness, reduced jawline definition and mild skin laxity.
The clinic currently provides InMode MiniFX, InMode Forma and ONDA lifting. Each treatment works differently. MiniFX combines radiofrequency energy with suction-assisted tissue contact, Forma applies controlled radiofrequency heating, and ONDA uses microwave energy at selected treatment depths.
The appropriate option depends on what is creating the facial concern. Localised fat, loose skin, muscle activity, facial volume and underlying bone structure cannot be treated as though they are the same issue.
A consultation is required to confirm the treatment area, device, treatment goal, expected sensations, session plan, recovery and current price.
Fornur helps international visitors explore Skin & Aesthetic services in Korea and request consultations with available clinic partners. The consultation request is free. Face-contouring treatments are charged separately.
UPIC Clinic Myeongdong currently offers three verified energy-based options that can form part of a non-surgical face-contouring plan:
Treatment | Technology | General Treatment Focus |
InMode MiniFX | Radiofrequency with suction-assisted contact | Selected lower-face or submental fullness and tissue firmness |
InMode Forma | Controlled radiofrequency heating | Mild skin laxity, firmness and tissue remodelling |
ONDA lifting | Microwave energy using different treatment depths | Selected facial contour, cheek, lower-face and double-chin concerns |
These treatments can influence soft tissue, but they cannot reshape facial bones, guarantee facial symmetry or create a permanent V-line.
The clinic must first determine whether the concern is mainly related to fat distribution, skin laxity, muscle activity, facial volume, swelling or skeletal structure.
UPIC Clinic’s current InMode service includes the MiniFX treatment mode.
MiniFX delivers radiofrequency energy while negative pressure draws the selected tissue towards the treatment electrodes. This allows energy to be delivered through controlled contact across a relatively small area.
The treatment may be discussed when the concern involves submental fullness, fullness around the lower face, reduced jawline visibility or mild laxity in a smaller treatment area.
The applicator can create warmth, pressure and a pulling or suction sensation. Temporary redness, swelling or suction-related marks can occur.
Before proceeding, the treatment plan should identify the exact area, applicator, intended tissue target, proposed settings and expected response. MiniFX should not be described as facial liposuction or guaranteed permanent fat removal.
Forma is a radiofrequency treatment used to heat facial tissue in a controlled manner. UPIC Clinic presents it as the skin-tightening and collagen-remodelling component of its InMode service.
Forma may be discussed when the concern is mainly mild skin laxity, reduced firmness or skin-quality changes rather than a substantial pocket of facial fat.
The applicator is moved over the selected area while the skin response and temperature are monitored. The expected sensation is usually warmth, although comfort varies between patients and treatment areas.
Forma cannot remove bone, substantially reduce facial volume or reproduce a surgical facelift. The clinic should explain what visible change is realistic and whether Forma is being proposed alone or alongside MiniFX.
MiniFX and Forma can be included within one treatment plan when the assessment identifies more than one contributing concern.
For example, MiniFX may be proposed for selected lower-face fullness while Forma is used to address mild laxity or firmness. This does not mean that every person seeking a slimmer-looking face requires both treatments.
When a combination is proposed, the clinic should explain which concern each treatment addresses, whether both will be performed during the same appointment, how the combination changes recovery and whether the quoted price includes both procedures.
UPIC Clinic Myeongdong also provides ONDA lifting for facial contour concerns.
ONDA uses microwave energy delivered through different treatment depths. The clinic currently describes a 3 mm treatment depth for selected skin-firmness and broader facial-contour goals, and a 7 mm depth for selected concerns involving cheek or submental fullness.
The proposed depth should be based on the tissue being treated rather than selected from a promotional package name.
ONDA is not radiofrequency treatment, HIFU or facial liposuction. It should not be presented as permanently removing facial fat or changing the underlying jaw or cheekbone structure.
The consultation should confirm which treatment depth will be used, where the energy will be delivered, what the intended change is and what skin response to expect afterwards.
A consultation may be relevant when the concern involves a full-looking lower face, submental fullness, reduced jawline definition, mild early jowling or a loss of visible firmness around the lower face.
These concerns can have different causes. A rounded facial appearance can reflect fat distribution, muscle size, facial volume, swelling or skeletal structure. Reduced jawline visibility can result from submental fullness, skin laxity or the natural position of the chin and jaw.
An energy-based procedure is unlikely to provide the desired result when the primary concern is facial bone structure, substantial excess skin, significant volume loss or an untreated medical or dental issue.
The purpose of the assessment is to identify what can realistically be changed without overstating the likely result.
The treatments on this page are non-surgical and applied without cutting or reshaping facial bones.
They are different from jaw-reduction surgery, cheekbone-reduction surgery, chin surgery, surgical facelift procedures and facial liposuction.
Non-surgical treatment can create a limited change in the appearance of selected soft tissues. It cannot guarantee the structural change associated with surgery or permanently alter the facial skeleton.
Someone researching surgical facial contouring should not be led to believe that MiniFX, Forma or ONDA is an equivalent alternative.
The consultation should assess facial anatomy, skin firmness, the distribution of fullness, existing asymmetry and the way the face moves.
Previous weight changes, fillers, threads, energy-based procedures, surgery and dental or jaw treatment can also affect the recommendation.
Before agreeing to treatment, confirm:
The exact device, applicator or treatment depth
The area and tissue the procedure is intended to address
Whether one treatment or a combination is proposed
The expected sensations, reactions and recovery
The number and spacing of proposed sessions
The practitioner, follow-up process and complete price
Tell the clinic about medical conditions, implanted devices, facial implants, reduced sensation, skin disorders, medicines and supplements that could affect treatment or recovery.
Do not stop prescribed medication unless the healthcare professional responsible for it advises you to do so.
The selected facial area is examined and marked according to the agreed plan.
For MiniFX, the applicator uses suction-assisted contact while radiofrequency energy is delivered. For Forma, the applicator is moved over the area to provide controlled heating. For ONDA, the selected handpiece is applied according to the planned treatment depth and area.
Warmth, pressure, tingling or pulling sensations can occur depending on the device. Tell the practitioner immediately if you experience sharp pain, unexpected burning or another sensation that differs substantially from what was explained.
Appointment length depends on the device, area, preparation, number of treatments and post-treatment assessment. The previously published estimate of 30 to 60 minutes should not be treated as a guaranteed duration.
There is no universal session number for face contouring.
The initial plan depends on the selected technology, area, degree of fullness or laxity, settings, previous procedures and individual response.
Some people may be offered a course of treatments, while others may be advised to begin with one procedure and reassess the area after the expected response has developed.
Before purchasing a package, ask how progress will be assessed, when photographs will be compared and whether additional or maintenance treatment is likely to be discussed.
No particular face shape should be promised after a fixed number of sessions.
Changes following non-surgical face contouring are generally assessed progressively rather than judged immediately after treatment.
Temporary redness, swelling or suction-related marks can initially affect the appearance of the treated area. The clinic should specify when the result can reasonably be reviewed.
The degree of change depends on the device, settings, facial anatomy, tissue distribution, skin condition, number of sessions and individual response.
The treatment cannot guarantee:
Permanent facial slimming
Complete double-chin removal
Bone-level V-line changes
Perfect facial symmetry
A surgical facelift result
Identical results for every patient
Future changes in body weight, ageing and facial volume can also alter the appearance of the treated area.
Temporary redness, warmth, tenderness, swelling, bruising, suction marks or localised sensitivity can occur after treatment.
The recovery profile differs between MiniFX, Forma and ONDA. Follow the device-specific guidance provided after the procedure rather than relying on one generic recovery claim.
Instructions may cover skincare, makeup, exercise, alcohol, heat exposure, facial massage, other aesthetic treatments and dental appointments.
The FDA’s information on non-invasive contouring technologies notes that discomfort, redness, swelling, bruising and palpable nodules can occur with energy-based contouring devices. Other risks can vary according to the technology used.
Seek prompt medical advice if you experience blistering, worsening pain, marked colour change, persistent numbness, facial weakness, increasing swelling or another reaction that differs significantly from the recovery you were advised to expect.
Tell the clinic before treatment if you have a pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, another electronic medical implant or metal or facial implants.
You should also disclose active skin irritation, open skin, infection, reduced sensation, recent fillers, recent thread treatment, previous facial surgery, autoimmune conditions and medicines that affect bleeding, sensitivity or healing.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding should be disclosed so that device-specific suitability can be assessed.
The American Academy of Dermatology’s cosmetic-treatment safety guidance explains why the treatment provider, expected outcome, risks and follow-up process should be discussed before an elective cosmetic procedure.
Being eligible for one energy-based treatment does not automatically mean that MiniFX, Forma and ONDA are all appropriate.
The consultation request submitted through Fornur is free. Face-contouring treatments are not free.
Pricing can depend on the device, applicator, treatment area, number of areas, number of sessions and whether more than one technology is included.
Before paying, request written confirmation of the treatment name, device, areas included, session quantity, package validity, follow-up and any additional charges.
Do not rely on a generic package labelled “V-line,” “facial slimming” or “full face” without confirming exactly what treatment will be delivered.
Information for International Patients
International visitors should allow sufficient time for consultation, treatment, the initial skin response and any follow-up the clinic recommends.
Include your main facial concern, preferred dates, departure date, previous facial procedures, implanted devices and acceptable recovery time in your Fornur enquiry.
If the treatment plan involves several sessions, confirm whether the recommended spacing can realistically be completed during your stay in Korea.
The clinic must confirm appointment availability, device availability, treatment suitability, current pricing and language support.
Fornur facilitates consultation enquiries with available clinic partners. It does not diagnose facial concerns, select device settings or perform the treatment.
Visitors can also explore other Beauty & Medical services in Korea.
Face-contouring devices and lifting procedures work through different mechanisms.
A thread lift at UPIC Clinic mechanically supports selected facial tissues using inserted threads. It is minimally invasive rather than non-invasive.
Ultherapy Prime at UPIC Clinic uses focused ultrasound rather than radiofrequency, suction or microwave energy.
Thermage FLX at UPIC Clinic Myeongdong uses radiofrequency for skin-tightening goals but does not use the same applicators or treatment method as MiniFX.
These procedures should not be presented as interchangeable. The most suitable approach depends on whether the concern involves fullness, tissue position, skin laxity, volume or underlying structure.
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