Sofwave treatment at Columbus Facial Plastics gives patients a way to lift and firm loose or lax skin, with no incisions, injections, or time off your schedule required. This FDA-cleared device uses a technology called SUPERB™ (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) to send ultrasound energy to a precise depth in the mid-dermis, triggering the skin’s own repair process to build fresh elastin, hyaluronic acid, and collagen. It’s approved to lift the neck, brow, and under-chin area, and can also improve the look of acne scarring, cellulite, and lax skin on the upper arms. Most patients notice a difference after a single visit. Learn more about the technology behind Sofwave.
What Sofwave Can Treat
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Sagging skin along the neck, jawline, eyebrows, and under-chin (submental) area
- Loose or lax skin on the upper arms
- Acne scarring
- Mild to moderate cellulite
Why Choose Columbus Facial Plastics for Sofwave Treatment in Columbus
- Quick, single-session results for most patients
- Advanced SUPERB™ ultrasound technology paired with Sofcool™ for comfort
- Customized Sofwave treatment plans based on your goals and skin laxity
- Selective patient screening to confirm you’re a good candidate
- No needles, no surgery, and no meaningful downtime
- Focus on natural, gradual-looking improvement rather than an “overdone” result
- Comprehensive understanding of Sofwave technology and how it compares to other options
“Sofwave is an exciting addition to our practice and expands the ways we can help patients achieve their aesthetic goals. We love its ability to deliver natural-looking rejuvenation without downtime, while supporting the skin’s own regenerative processes. Whether used on its own, combined with resurfacing treatments, or incorporated into a surgical rejuvenation plan, Sofwave provides a valuable option for enhancing and maintaining beautiful, long-lasting results.”
–Deejay Hines, PA-C
5-Step Process for Getting Started With Sofwave
- 1.Schedule a consultation for Columbus Sofwave treatment
- 2.Discuss your goals and determine if Sofwave is the right fit for your skin
- 3.Take “Before” photos to track your Sofwave results
- 4.Have numbing cream applied 30 minutes ahead of time so that you are comfortable during the treatment
- 5.Your treatment typically will take 30-60 minutes
5-Step Process for Success With Sofwave
- You can resume normal activities immediately—makeup and exercise are both fine right away
- Expect mild redness or swelling that typically resolves within a few hours
- Watch for initial improvement in the first 4-6 weeks
- Be patient as full results continue to build over about 3-6 months as new collagen forms
- Ask your provider whether a second Sofwave session or a complementary treatment option could be considered for you
See Before & Afters
Popular Procedures to Pair with Sofwave
- Botox, Dysport, or Xeomin: Wrinkle relaxers address dynamic wrinkles from muscle movement while Sofwave firms and tightens the skin itself.
- Dermal Fillers: Fillers restore lost volume in areas Sofwave isn’t designed to address, rounding out your results.
- Sculptra: A collagen-stimulating injectable that works well before or after Sofwave to enhance volume and improve overall skin quality for longer-lasting results.
- Halo Laser: Combine Sofwave’s skin tightening with Halo’s resurfacing power for comprehensive rejuvenation that addresses texture, tone, and pigmentation alongside firmer skin.
Pricing for Sofwave in Columbus
A full-face Sofwave procedure is $2,000. Full face and neck treatment is $3,000. Interested in neck only? $1,800 is the starting price. Your initial consultation fee can be applied toward the cost of your Sofwave treatment.
FAQ About Sofwave
Sofwave delivers its ultrasound energy in a fractional pattern, treating the skin in a grid of small zones rather than one continuous pass. This energy is focused right at the layer of skin where collagen is made, initiating a wound-healing response known as neocollagenesis. Rather than removing tissue or damaging the surface, Sofwave nudges the body into rebuilding its own collagen and elastin fibers over the following weeks. An integrated cooling feature called Sofcool™ keeps the outer layer of skin at a safe temperature throughout, so the deeper tissue can be treated without harming the surface above it.
Most patients describe Sofwave as uncomfortable rather than painful. You may feel warmth as the ultrasound energy is delivered, but the Sofcool™ cooling technology and topical numbing cream keep discomfort to a minimum, and there’s no lingering soreness afterward.
No. You can go right back to your normal routine immediately after Sofwave treatment in Columbus, including applying makeup. Some patients notice mild redness or swelling, but this typically fades within a few hours. We’ll let you know exactly what to expect during your consultation.
One of the best things about Sofwave is that a single treatment is usually enough to see visible improvement. If your skin laxity is more advanced, your provider might suggest coming back for a second session 3-6 months down the road. Even if the second session is recommended, ultimately the treatment plan is customized to what makes the most sense for you!
Results from Sofwave treatment are not immediate but develop gradually over 3–6 months as new collagen forms in the skin. Most people begin noticing subtle improvements within 4–6 weeks, with full results visible around 3 to 6 months post-treatment. Your skin continues rebuilding its own collagen for months after treatment, so results build gradually rather than appearing all at once.
Sofwave is a great option for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who want a non-surgical way to lift and firm the face, neck, or under-chin area without needles, surgery, or downtime. It’s safe for all skin tones.
Both are non-surgical, ultrasound-based treatments, but Sofwave can often deliver a better result with less risk than Ultherapy. By focusing specifically on the dermis of the skin, Sofwave can result in skin tightening without the risk of unintended fat loss. Our Sofwave treatments tend to produce less discomfort than a typical Ultherapy treatment. During your consultation, we can help determine which procedure option best fits your goals, timeline, and budget.
HALO and Broad Band Light (BBL) work on the surface of the skin through fractional laser resurfacing or light-based energy, which is excellent for pigment, texture, and tone, but they can come with more noticeable downtime since they work by injuring the outer skin layer. Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling relies on needles penetrating the skin, which can mean more discomfort and recovery time. Sofwave instead targets a precise depth below the surface without ever breaking the skin, rebuilding collagen and elastin for a lifting and firming effect, often in a single visit. Many patients find these approaches complement each other rather than compete, since they’re solving different concerns.
