Q&A with Dr. Persky

Profound RF to lift jawline and treat wrinkles. How long does swelling last and can you apply makeup to cover bruising?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I’m inquiring about the profound treatment to lift my jawline & treat some wrinkles & sagging on my face …doesn’t this treatment remove fat cells? Will it make your face appear older & guant? I’ve read to drink water to flush the “dead” fat cells out …but that not really what […]

What are the risks associated with Profound RF?

A.Profound is an excellent skin lifting and tightening non-surgical treatment that is both safe and effective. Fortunately the risks, complications, and adverse events associated with Profound RF are rare. The most common side effects to be expected with the treatment are swelling andbruising. The next most common occurrence is small raised bumps on the skin […]

Profound treatment with broken needle

RealSelf actual patient comment: One of the needles broke or bent during the treatment and they switched out the head. It happened again with the second head and they would just shut off the alarm and keep going. My question is if I received less treatment because of one or more less working needles? A.Great […]

I had a Profound treatment done almost three weeks ago. Is it normal for my jawline to be numb and sore?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I also have soreness and numbness in my neck. Area under chin feels kind of jiggly and is still swollen. Does my healing fall within the normal time range for this procedure? The treatment focused on my lower face/jawline and neck. A.It is always best to address questions and concerns about […]

Is Profound the same treatment as Ultherapy?

A.Good question! Profound RF and Ultherapy are different non-surgical device skinlifting and tightening treatments that are both safe and effective. Profound RF uses paired micro-needles that emit radiofrequency energy while deployed1 to 2 mm beneaththe skin for 3 to 4 seconds creating a controlled temperature of 67 degrees C. Ultherapy uses the topical application of […]

Does Profound RF require multiple treatments?

A.Profound RF is thought to be a one time procedure. Unlike many other facial aesthetic treatments, Profound RF does not require multiple treatments to see results. Many patients are happy with their results and request a second or third treatment for further rejuvenation. The results of the treatment continue to improve over a 6 to […]

Does Profound RF or Infini RF generate the most volume in facial folds?

RealSelf actual patient comment: My nasolabial folds are deepening with age. I am developing marionette folds, too. Will treatment with Infini RF or Profound RF to these areas markedly reduce these folds given the fact that they both generate one or more of the components of facial volume (elastin, collagen, hyaluronic acid)? Can they increase […]

Severe bruising and swelling post Profound treatment, is this normal?

RealSelf actual patient comment: I had profound 6 weeks ago. My bruising and swelling were severe and took 2 weeks to heal. My festooning , which was to improve post procedure is now worse. I have dark circles under my eyes as well. I look worse then I did prior to the treatment. My doctor […]

How long can the Profound procedure last long term?

A.The best answer to your question is that patients will look better for the rest of their lives compared to how they would have looked if they did not have the Profound RF procedure. This is the same answer for facelifting and Ultherapy. The results do vary depending on how individual patients respond and heal. […]

Wait time for fat grafting after Profound RF?

RealSelf actual patient comment: Hi Doctors, How long would I have to wait to get facial fat grafting after a full face profound RF treatment? I’m considering doing profound RF for some lifting and volume restoration. But if it isn’t enough, I’d like to do fat grafting. How long would I have to wait to […]

Profound RF: What are the risks and side effects of this machine? How long does it last?

RealSelf actual patient comment: HI doctors, can the heat from this machine melt facial fat? Does results look good initially but cause more laxity/saging down the road? A.Profound RF is a safe and effective non-surgical treatment for tightening and lifting the skin of the face and neck, including the jawline and wrinkles. The swelling is […]

Profound RF for loose stomach skin?

RealSelf actual patient comment: 5’2″ 120 lbs, no kids. Lost 10 lbs in 2 weeks and it damaged my body. It was only 2 months ago, is recency of event in my favor? Can Profound RF help me? Can Profound combined with Ultherapy help more? I saw amazing before/after pics of an ab with “rolls” […]