Effect of Microfocused Ultrasound on Facial Rejuvenation: Clinical and Histological Evaluation

Meyer, Patrícia Fróes; Meleck, Michelle; Borges, Fábio dos Santos; Fortuny, Esteban; Farias, Stephany Luanna Queiroga; Afonso, Felipe Alexander Caldas; Soares, Ciro Dantas; Carreiro, Eneida de Morais; Silva, Rodrigo Marcel Valentim da; Barbosa, André Luiz Miranda

doi:10.4236/jbm.2021.97012

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“…Authors [15] found that 45 days after treatment there was already an evident increase in the number and size of fibroblasts in the treated group, as well as a greater number of blood vessels and inflammatory cells compared to the control group. Also, they found that there was already an evident rising in collagen type I compared to collagen type III (Figure 1).…”

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Vulvar Rejuvenation Using High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU): Fundamentals and Technique

Borges¹,

Carvalho²,

Cerqueira³

et al. 2022

JBM

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Background: The unaesthetic appearance of the female intimate area (vulva, "mound of venus" and perianal region) is a triggering factor of negative psychological responses, embarrassment, anxiety and insecurity in many women. Using rejuvenating equipment for vaginal structure or for the intimate area as a whole is already widespread in the literature, and High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) has proven to be very effective in the clinical practice of many professionals. This study, therefore, aims to describe the fundamentals and applicability that guide the use of HIFU in vulvar rejuvenation. Materials and Methods: Exploratory research was carried out, presented in a narrative review, to highlight the action of HIFU in female intimate rejuvenation. The review explored scientific articles published and available in the following databases: MEDLINE (Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online), PubMed (National Library of Medicine), SCIELO (Scientific Electronic Library Online), and LILACS (Latin Literature American and the Caribbean in Health Sciences). In addition, some clinical findings obtained through a retrospective analysis of medical records were added to describe the authors' clinical experience in the use of Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for vulvar rejuvenation. Results: We verified that the tissues of female external genitalia respond very well to the stimuli of the focused sound waves of the HIFU, being able to produce immediate and lasting results through isolated applications or in association with intradermotherapy or other therapeutic resources. Conclusion: We conclude that using High Intensity Focused Ultrasound

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Vulvar Rejuvenation Using High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU): Fundamentals and Technique

Borges¹,

Carvalho²,

Cerqueira³

et al. 2022

JBM

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Clinical application of microfocused ultrasound portable device for facial rejuvenation

Kalashnikova,

Murakov

2024

Klin. dermatol. venerol.

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Microfocused Ultrasound for Bichectomy Effect

Vieira Melo Aguiar,

Regina Veronezi,

Vivianne Nogueira

et al. 2023

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The search for aesthetic treatments is becoming increasingly common in clinics, with facial slimming being one of the most sought-after procedures. In an effort to address techniques less invasive than surgical procedures, the use of Microfocused Ultrasound (MFU) has been gaining prominence. This case report aims to evaluate the efficacy of MFU in facial slimming for a patient seeking to improve the contour of her face. Methodology: The treatment area was delimited by a line drawn from the labial commissure to the tragus, with a safety margin of 1cm on both sides. Both areas were divided into three columns (anterior, middle, and posterior) to receive the transducers. Ultrasound gel was applied to the skin before the procedure. The technology used was Reface. Initially, 4 MHz transducers with 4.5 mm depth and 0.9J power were applied to the area with 15 shots on both sides of the face, distributed as follows: six in the anterior column, six in the middle column, and three in the posterior column. Next, a 7 MHz transducer with 3.0 mm depth and 0.9J power was applied to the area with 15 shots on each side of the face, distributed similarly. The transducers were reoriented with each shot, advancing 1mm upward in both areas. These areas were chosen with the goal of slimming the middle third of the face. Results: The patient was evaluated after 60 days, and a reduction in volume on the left and right sides of the face, ranging from 1.02 to 1.79mm, was observed. The results were obtained through standardized photographs using Vectra software.

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Effect of Microfocused Ultrasound on Facial Rejuvenation: Clinical and Histological Evaluation

Cited by 3 publications

References 17 publications

Vulvar Rejuvenation Using High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU): Fundamentals and Technique

Vulvar Rejuvenation Using High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU): Fundamentals and Technique

Clinical application of microfocused ultrasound portable device for facial rejuvenation

Microfocused Ultrasound for Bichectomy Effect

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