Korean J Dermatol.  2013 May;51(5):311-314.

Ultrasonic Device Part II: The Adverse Effects of Ultrasonic Device for Medical Skin Care

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Dermatology, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. drko0303@hanyang.ac.kr
  • 2Clean Up Clinic, Seoul, Korea.
  • 3Department of Dermatology, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

An ultrasonic device for medical skin care is used to gently exfoliate the skin of dead skin cells and impurities. Ultrasound waves help loosen and remove oil, dirt and cellular debris from pores. Ponophoresis or sonophoresis is the use of ultrasound to increase percutaneous absorption of drugs, serums, lotions, creams and masques to a depth where it is more effective and beneficial. For improved results and safer procedures, we need to know the contraindications and adverse effects of ultrasonic treatments. Therefore, we summarized and reviewed the issue of safety including contraindications, cautions, and adverse events.

Keyword

Adverse effect; Contraindication; Ponophoresis; Sonophoresis; Ultrasonic treatment

MeSH Terms

Skin
Skin Absorption
Skin Care
Ultrasonics
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