Technology

The platforms behind every protocol.

Five FDA-cleared systems, chosen for the depth of their evidence base. Below: modality, clearance status, clinical specs, and the outcome reference we use when discussing each device with patients.

Multi-platform RF + IPL workstation

InMode Optimas

92%
FDA-cleared for skin resurfacing, pigmented lesions, and dermal remodeling

A modular platform combining radiofrequency microneedling (Morpheus8), non-invasive RF skin tightening (Forma), and IPL (Lumecca) on a single chassis for layered, full-face protocols.

Modalities
Morpheus8 · Forma · Lumecca · Diolaze XL
Depth range
0.5–7 mm subdermal RF
Energy
Up to 62 W bipolar RF · 500–600 nm IPL
Session time
30–90 min
Outcome reference

patient-reported improvement in skin texture at 90 days*

LaxityAcne scarsPigmentation
Specs
Micro-focused ultrasound with visualization (MFU-V)

Ultherapy PRIME

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FDA-cleared to lift the brow, chin, neck, and improve lines on the décolletage

The only non-invasive lift modality cleared by the FDA that uses real-time ultrasound imaging to deliver precise thermal coagulation points at 1.5, 3.0, and 4.5 mm — stimulating new collagen in the SMAS layer.

Depth
1.5 / 3.0 / 4.5 mm transducers
Imaging
Real-time MFU visualization
Energy
Focused ultrasound, 4 MHz / 7 MHz / 10 MHz
Session time
60–90 min · single treatment
Outcome reference

patients show clinician-assessed lift at 90 days*

Brow ptosisSubmental laxityNeck banding
Specs
Focused acoustic shockwave therapy

STEMWAVE

6 sessions
FDA-cleared electrohydraulic shockwave system for tissue regeneration support

Electrohydraulic focused shockwaves trigger mechanotransduction and recruit endogenous repair pathways — used adjunctively for tissue recovery, microcirculation, and post-procedure healing.

Wave type
Focused electrohydraulic
Pulse range
Up to 4 Hz, 0.10–0.40 mJ/mm²
Penetration
Up to 125 mm targeted depth
Session time
15–25 min
Outcome reference

typical protocol for cumulative regenerative effect

Recovery supportMicrocirculationSoft-tissue rehab
Specs
Fractional CO₂ laser, 10,600 nm

Tetra Pro (CoolPeel)

1 treatment
FDA-cleared CO₂ laser for ablative skin resurfacing

DEKA's H-Pulse delivers high peak power in pulses short enough (<1 ms) to ablate the epidermis without lateral thermal damage — the basis of the CoolPeel protocol for resurfacing with minimal downtime.

Wavelength
10,600 nm CO₂
Pulse
DEKA H-Pulse, <1 ms
Stack
1–3 passes, customizable density
Downtime
24–72 hr typical
Outcome reference

CoolPeel protocol — visible texture refinement

Fine linesTexturePore size
Specs
Monopolar RF + targeted ultrasound + RF microneedling

Exion

4 sessions
FDA-cleared for dermal heating and treatment of mild-to-moderate facial wrinkles

BTL's Exion combines monopolar RF with targeted ultrasound (TUS) to drive thermal energy past the dermis, with companion RF microneedling for stacked face and body remodeling protocols.

Modalities
Monopolar RF · TUS · RF microneedling
Depth
Up to 8 mm tissue heating
Add-on
Hyaluronic acid boost delivery
Session time
20–45 min per area
Outcome reference

standard protocol, scheduled weekly

Facial laxityBody contouringCrepey skin
Specs

FDA clearance status references each device's active 510(k). Outcome figures cite manufacturer-published clinical data; individual results vary and protocols are personalized at consultation.