There is minimal downtime associated with the Profound Procedure; patients can typically return to their normal routines immediately after their procedure. Some swelling and bruising may occur after the treatment. Some patients may experience slight tenderness at the injection site.

Total treatment time is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the treatment area.

Patients can expect to see final results about six months after their initial Profound procedure. However, skin laxity consistently improves throughout these months, meaning patients will see steady and consistent results.

The Profound Procedure is surprisingly tolerable. The first 15 minutes of the treatment are spent injecting the skin to be treated with lidocaine—numbing medicine. Once the facial and neck skin are numb, the treatment is more easily tolerated. The numbing can last for a few hours after the procedure. If patients are feeling any discomfort then, they are encouraged to use Tylenol or Advil products.

Most patients will only need one Profound treatment; however, your medical provider can work with you to determine how many Profound procedures you’ll need to see ideal results.

The Profound procedure is right for patients who may have issues with skin laxity, including sagging skin around the jawline. The Profound procedure can also address wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging.