Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Visible facial creases that develop from repeated expression, collagen loss, sun exposure and skin dryness.
Related concern types: Forehead Lines, Frown & Glabellar Lines, Crow’s Feet, Bunny Lines, Perioral & Smoker’s Lines
Technology
Emface
A needle-free facial treatment combining synchronized radiofrequency (RF) with HIFES muscle stimulation to tone and lift facial muscles, with a dedicated functional protocol for TMJ (jaw) discomfort.
Technology overview
Understanding Emface.
Emface is a needle-free facial treatment that pairs synchronized radiofrequency (RF) with HIFES (high-intensity facial electrical stimulation). The RF gently heats the deeper skin to encourage collagen, while HIFES stimulates the facial muscles to contract, with the aim of building muscle tone and a modest lift in areas such as the forehead and cheeks. A dedicated Emface Functional protocol applies an ultra-low-frequency form of the same technology to the jaw muscles to help manage the discomfort and restricted movement of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. It is a platform used within a treatment plan rather than a stand-alone promise, used as a needle-free option alongside, not a guaranteed replacement for, injectable approaches.
How does Emface work?
Each session delivers RF and HIFES at the same time. The RF warms the deeper skin to stimulate collagen remodelling, while HIFES triggers many muscle contractions to condition the underlying facial muscles, the goal being firmer tone and a modest lift, rather than the muscle relaxation that neuromodulators produce. For the jaw, the Functional protocol uses an ultra-low-frequency stimulation intended to relax and retrain the chewing (masticatory) muscles, which small studies have linked to easier jaw movement and reduced pain. Because it targets muscle and skin rather than blocking nerve signals, Emface works differently from botulinum toxin and is often discussed as a complement or an alternative for selected goals. Suitability and protocol are decided at assessment.
Clinical applications
- Facial toning and lift: conditioning of the forehead and cheek muscles with associated skin tightening, and work on features such as smile symmetry.
Evidence: Kim S-B, et al. Evaluation of a novel device combining RF and HIFES technologies for the non-invasive correction of asymmetric smiles and facial rejuvenation: a case report. Skin Res Technol. 2024. doi:10.1111/srt.13885. View source
- TMJ dysfunction (Emface Functional): a jaw-focused protocol aimed at easing jaw tension, aiding comfortable opening and reducing pain associated with TMJ dysfunction and clenching.
Evidence: Dhanani S, Kulic K, Chandra T. TMJ dysfunction management using ultra-low-frequency HIFES and synchronized RF: preliminary results (manufacturer-backed prospective single-arm study, 25 patients; no comparator).
Evidence: Applegate B, Chandra T, Dhanani S, Wade J. HIFES and synchronized RF for pain and functional disability in TMJ pain: a prospective multicenter single-arm study (manufacturer-backed, 48 patients; no comparator).
- As a needle-free option alongside neuromodulators and skin-tightening treatments, chosen according to the goal, anatomy and clinical findings.
Emface aids facial-muscle and TMJ-function goals; it is not a jaw-slimming treatment (that is a separate, muscle-reducing approach) and it does not replace dental or medical assessment of TMJ pain.
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic
Curious where Emface may fit?
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic can help you explore this technology, related treatments, and connected concerns.
Potential Benefits
Emface is needle-free, typically delivered as short (about 20-minute) sessions in a short series, and generally requires little or no downtime. In the studies available, patients reported better jaw relaxation, easier movement and reduced pain for the TMJ protocol, and 3D imaging in a facial case report showed increased mid-face and cheek volume. These are encouraging but early results: outcomes vary between individuals, build over a series, and cannot be guaranteed.
Ask Whether Facial Toning or the Jaw Protocol Fits Your Goal →
Safety and considerations
Most people tolerate Emface well. Expected effects during and after a session include warmth, a pulling or tapping sensation from the muscle contractions, and temporary redness or mild swelling that usually settles within hours. Some people notice muscle ache or jaw fatigue for a day or two afterwards, much as after unaccustomed exercise, and occasional headache has been reported. As with any radiofrequency device, there is an uncommon risk of thermal injury to the skin, such as a burn or blister, if energy is not applied appropriately; correct applicator contact, trained delivery and monitoring through the session are what keep this uncommon.
Emface is not suitable for people with electronic or metallic implants in or near the treatment area, for example a pacemaker or defibrillator. Substantial metal dental work should be raised before the jaw (Functional) protocol, as the applicators sit over the chewing muscles. Caution or avoidance applies in pregnancy and in certain medical conditions, and suitability is confirmed at assessment.
Evidence, honestly: much of the current TMJ evidence comes from small, manufacturer-backed, single-arm studies without a comparison group, and no adverse events were recorded in them. Those studies are too small and too short to establish a full safety profile, so the absence of reported events is best read as limited data rather than as evidence that no risk exists. The facial smile-symmetry evidence is a single peer-reviewed case report. Any Health Canada authorization for a specific indication should be confirmed and is a separate question from these efficacy findings.
Related Treatments
Treatments that may utilize this technology.
Non-Surgical Skin Tightening
Uses controlled heat or focused energy to stimulate gradual collagen remodelling and modestly firm the skin without surgery.
Wrinkle Softening & Neuromodulators
Uses botulinum toxin type A to temporarily relax selected muscles, softening dynamic lines and helping certain muscle- or sweat-related concerns.
Conditions It May Help Address
Concerns connected to this technology.
The relationship between a technology and a concern depends on the treatment plan, patient assessment, and how the technology is being used.
→
Jawline Definition
A softer or less-defined jawline shaped by chin structure, facial fat, muscle size, skin laxity, or tissue descent.
Related concern types: Jowls and Lower-Face Laxity, Masseter Hypertrophy, Jaw Clenching & Facial Slimming
Loose or Crepey Skin
Reduced firmness and mild tissue descent related to aging and the decline of collagen and elastin.
Neck Laxity and Neck Lines
Loose neck skin, horizontal creases, or visible muscle bands that can reduce definition of the neck and jawline.
Body Contour Changes
Changes in body shape driven by fat distribution, muscle loss, skin laxity, pregnancy, aging or weight fluctuation.
Smile Lines and Marionette Lines
Creases around the mouth, from the nose to the mouth corners and from the mouth toward the chin, that deepen with movement, volume change, and tissue descent.
Related concern types: Marionette Lines & Downturned Mouth
Chin Projection and Facial Balance
An under-projected or recessed chin that can affect the facial profile and jawline balance.
Related concern types: Chin Dimpling & Pebbled Chin
Brow Heaviness
A lowered eyebrow position that can make the upper eye area feel heavy or tired.
Gummy Smile
A smile that shows more upper gum tissue than a person would prefer.
Not sure how Emface may fit?
Talk with Anti-Aging Clinic about your goals and the options that may be worth exploring.
FAQ
Questions about Emface.
Not exactly, it works the opposite way. Neuromodulators relax muscles to soften lines, while Emface aims to tone and lift facial muscles and firm skin. For some goals it can be a needle-free complement or alternative, and for others injectables remain more appropriate. A consultation clarifies which suits your goals.
It is a jaw-focused protocol that uses ultra-low-frequency stimulation to help relax the chewing muscles and ease the discomfort and stiffness of TMJ dysfunction. Small studies have reported better jaw mobility and reduced pain, and recorded no adverse events, though those studies are early and too small to establish a full safety profile. It complements, and does not replace, dental or medical assessment of TMJ pain.
Emface is needle-free. Sessions last around 20 minutes, during which you feel warmth and muscle contractions, and there is usually little or no downtime. Some people notice mild muscle ache or jaw fatigue for a day or two afterwards. Specific aftercare is provided based on your treatment.
Treatment is typically a short series (for example four sessions), individualized to your goals, with results building gradually. Your provider will advise a plan at consultation, with realistic expectations and no guarantees.
Reviews
What patients say about the clinic experience.
Reviews help show the human side of care, from the first consultation to comfort, communication, treatment planning, and follow-up.
Visit Our Clinic
Visit our clinic in Vancouver, BC.
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic combines medical assessment, individualized planning, physician oversight, and a broad range of treatment options in its Vancouver clinic.
Plan your consultation.
Bring your questions, treatment history, and goals. Your provider can help you understand appropriate options, expected recovery, and realistic outcomes.
Make an Appointment
Step into your next plan with confidence.
Use our consultation form below and the clinic can guide you toward the appropriate starting point.
HoursOpen 7 Days / Week from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Closures Announced on Google Business
Phone(604) 261-9121
Email[email protected]
Why Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic?
- A medical clinic with physicians and experienced medical-aesthetic providers on the team.
- Science-informed assessment, treatment planning, and realistic expectations.
- Laser, injectables, skin, body, hair, wellness, and medical services available in one clinic.
- Complimentary aesthetic consultations are available for appropriate cosmetic and laser services.
- Personalized skincare and product consultations based on your goals and routine.
- Home-care guidance to support your skin between in-clinic appointments.
- Professional skincare products available through the Anti-Aging Vancouver shop.
- Clear guidance on treatment options, preparation, downtime, aftercare, and next steps.
- Ongoing follow-up so your plan can evolve as your needs and goals change.
