An Anatomical Approach to Radiofrequency-Assisted Facial Rejuvenation: Beyond the Treatment Gap

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Aesthetic Medicine
• Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Radiofrequency-assisted (RF) facial rejuvenation is a safe and effective option for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity.
• It addresses the
• treatment gap
• for individuals not suitable for surgery or less invasive procedures.
• RF treatments are also beneficial for patients with recurrent laxity post-surgery or those seeking alternatives to facelifts.

Purpose of the Study:

• To educate on the application of bipolar radiofrequency (RF) for facial rejuvenation across different anatomical regions.
• To present an anatomical approach to RF-assisted facial rejuvenation.
• To expand the understanding of RF indications beyond traditional
• treatment gap
• patients.

Main Methods:

• A retrospective case review was performed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of zone-specific RF-assisted facial rejuvenation.
• Procedures included RF-microneedling (Morpheus8) and bipolar RF (AccuTite).
• Data was collected on treated anatomical areas and patient outcomes.

Main Results:

• RF-microneedling was performed on 364 foreheads, 364 periorbita, 353 perioral areas, and 233 jawlines.
• Bipolar RF treated 43 nasolabial folds.
• No adverse events such as hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, scarring, or prolonged erythema were reported.

Conclusions:

• The combination of bipolar radiofrequency and fractional bipolar radiofrequency microneedling has broadened the scope of RF-assisted facial rejuvenation.
• This study highlights an anatomical approach to RF treatments.
• Indications for RF facial rejuvenation can be expanded beyond the
• treatment gap
• population.