What Onda Lifting treats
Onda is chosen when softness and fullness, rather than thin skin, are behind a less defined lower face.
- Double chin and fullness under the jaw
- Soft jowls blurring the jawline
- Heavy lower cheeks
- Mild laxity of the lower face
- Loss of definition between face and neck
- Puffiness that makes the face look wider
For deeper structural lift, Onda is often combined with Ultherapy; for jaw shape from bone level, see jawline fillers.
How Onda Lifting works
Onda uses Coolwaves, a microwave energy at 2.45 GHz that is absorbed mainly by fat tissue. It heats the subcutaneous layer and the fibrous septa that connect skin to deeper tissue, while a cooled handpiece protects the skin surface. The heat can shrink fat cells and contract the septa, which tightens and refines the contour.
Over the following weeks the body clears damaged fat cells and new collagen forms in the connective tissue. Our Chief Director, Dr. Lee Gwang-ryeol, is an Onda Lifting Key Doctor for DEKA, and he guides how energy and passes are set for different face shapes. Because fat and skin respond gradually, a course of sessions usually gives the clearest result.
Your treatment day
- Contour assessment Your physician checks fat distribution, skin laxity and facial structure and decides if Onda is the right tool.
- Marking and preparation The areas are cleansed and marked; numbing is usually not needed because the handpiece cools the skin.
- Microwave treatment The doctor glides the handpiece over each zone in passes, monitoring skin temperature and your comfort.
- Finish Soothing care is applied and you can return to your day; any warmth or redness fades within hours.
Results timeline
Onda results appear gradually as fat is cleared and tissue tightens.
Is Onda Lifting right for you?
Usually a good fit
- Mild double chin or jowl fullness
- People who prefer no injections
- Those wanting a sharper lower-face contour
- Patients combining contour and lift treatments
Talk to your doctor first
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Pacemaker or metal implants near the treatment area
- Very thin faces with little fat to treat
- Active skin infection or recent filler in the area
Onda Lifting vs. other options
Onda targets fat and connective tissue, which sets it apart from ultrasound and RF devices.
| Compare | Onda Lifting | Ultherapy | HIFU Lifting | Thermage FLX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | Coolwaves microwave | Micro-focused ultrasound with imaging | High-intensity focused ultrasound | Monopolar radiofrequency |
| Main target | Fat and fibrous septa | SMAS lift | SMAS and dermis | Dermal collagen |
| Best for | Jaw and chin fullness | Structural sagging | Lift with flexible maintenance | Skin firmness and texture |
| Typical sessions | 2–3 in a course | Usually 1 per year | 1, repeated as needed | Usually 1 per year |
Your doctor
At DIORE every treatment is planned and performed by a physician, not delegated. Our five doctors trained at Korea University, Yonsei, Seoul National University Hospital and Dankook.
Chief Director · Medical reviewer
Dr. Lee Gwang-ryeol
- Korea University College of Medicine
- Residency, Korea University Medical Center
- Onda Lifting Key Doctor (DEKA)
- Belotero Revive TTT trainer (Merz) · Rejuran VVIP Club
Honest consultations. Meticulous technique. Results that look like you.
Meet the full medical team.
Aftercare
- Drink plenty of water in the days after treatment
- Avoid saunas and very hot baths for 24–48 hours
- Use a gentle moisturiser if skin feels warm or dry
- Apply sunscreen daily
- Keep a stable weight to protect the contour result
- Contact us if tenderness or firmness lasts beyond a week
Many patients pair Onda with HIFU lifting or face contouring fillers for a fuller plan.
Onda Lifting FAQ
Does Onda Lifting hurt?
Most people feel warmth that builds during each pass. The handpiece cools the skin, and the doctor adjusts energy, so numbing is usually not required.
How many Onda sessions do I need?
Many patients have 2–3 sessions about 4 weeks apart. Your doctor will suggest a plan based on fullness and laxity.
How long do Onda results last?
Fat cells that are cleared do not return, but remaining fat can grow with weight gain and skin continues to age. Maintenance timing varies from person to person.
Can I fly home after Onda?
Yes. There are no wounds, so flying the same or next day is usually fine.
Onda or HIFU for a double chin?
Onda mainly targets fat and fibrous bands, while HIFU focuses on lift at the SMAS and dermis. When fullness is the main issue Onda is often preferred, and the two can be combined.
Who is the Onda Key Doctor at DIORE?
Our Chief Director, Dr. Lee Gwang-ryeol, is an Onda Lifting Key Doctor for DEKA. He plans and oversees Onda treatments at the clinic.
How much does Onda Lifting cost?
Cost depends on the areas and number of sessions. Message us on WhatsApp for a personalised quote.
