Technology
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.
Emface in Vancouver
Emface is a needle-free facial treatment that tones the muscles and firms the skin in the same session. It pairs synchronized radiofrequency (RF), which gently warms the deeper skin to encourage collagen, with HIFES (high-intensity facial electrical stimulation), which makes selected facial muscles contract and strengthen. Over a short series, areas such as the forehead and cheeks can look firmer and gently lifted.
A dedicated Emface Functional protocol uses an ultra-low-frequency form of the same technology on the jaw muscles, to help ease the tension and discomfort of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Treatments are performed by our senior laser technicians and cosmetic health and skincare advisors under the medical direction of Dr. Gidon Frame.
Your own plan is set at your consultation. Individual results vary.
Each session delivers RF and HIFES together through soft adhesive applicators placed on the skin. The RF warms the deeper layers of the skin, prompting collagen remodelling over the following weeks. At the same time, HIFES triggers many controlled contractions in the muscles beneath, conditioning them so they give the face firmer support.
Wrinkle-relaxing injections work the other way, relaxing selected muscles to soften expression lines. Because the two act differently, they can complement each other in a plan. For the jaw, the Functional protocol uses ultra-low-frequency stimulation to help relax and retrain the chewing (masticatory) muscles.
For jaw slimming, our experienced physicians use wrinkle-relaxing injections into the jaw muscle.
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic can help you explore this technology, related treatments, and connected concerns.
Most people tolerate Emface well, and our senior laser technicians monitor applicator contact, skin temperature and comfort through every session.
Common, temporary effects: warmth, redness or mild swelling in the treated area, a tingling or pulling feeling, and muscle soreness or jaw fatigue for a day or two. Occasional headache has been reported.
Less common effects:
Skin tone. Radiofrequency isn't drawn to pigment, so Emface is used across a broad range of skin tones. If irritation or a burn does occur, deeper skin tones and tanned skin are more likely to show temporary pigment change, so we review your skin type and recent sun exposure first.
Reasons treatment may not be suitable or may be postponed:
This is not a complete list. Your medical history, medications and previous treatments are reviewed before treatment.
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Related Treatments
Uses controlled energy to warm the deeper layers of the skin and stimulate new collagen, for firmer, smoother-looking skin without surgery.
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
The relationship between a technology and a concern depends on the treatment plan, patient assessment, and how the technology is being used.
Visible facial creases that develop from repeated expression, collagen loss, sun exposure and skin dryness.
A softer or less-defined jawline shaped by chin structure, facial fat, muscle size, skin laxity, or tissue descent.
Reduced firmness and mild tissue descent related to aging and the decline of collagen and elastin.
Loose neck skin, horizontal creases, or visible muscle bands that can reduce definition of the neck and jawline.
Changes in body shape driven by fat distribution, muscle loss, skin laxity, pregnancy, aging or weight fluctuation.
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.
An under-projected or recessed chin that can affect the facial profile and jawline balance.
A lowered eyebrow position that can make the upper eye area feel heavy or tired.
A smile that shows more upper gum tissue than a person would prefer.
Talk with Anti-Aging Clinic about your goals and the options that may be worth exploring.
Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic
Your consultation. You'll meet one of our senior laser technicians or cosmetic health and skincare advisors, who looks at your goals, facial anatomy and any jaw symptoms and plans your series with you. Cosmetic consultations are complimentary.
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FAQ
They work in opposite ways and do different jobs. Wrinkle-relaxing injections relax selected muscles to soften expression lines, while Emface tones and lifts facial muscles and firms the skin. Many people use both, and our team can help you work out which suits your goals.
It's 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. It works best alongside a dental or medical assessment of your jaw pain, and we plan the sessions around your symptoms.
Most people describe strong muscle contractions and a building warmth that feel unusual but comfortable. The intensity is raised gradually to suit you, and some people notice mild muscle ache for a day or two afterwards, much like after a new workout.
Treatment is usually a short series, often four sessions, tailored to your goals, with results building gradually. We'll suggest a plan that fits you at your consultation.
Often, yes. Dental implants and restorations don't automatically rule out treatment, but please tell us about any metal in the face or jaw so applicator placement can be reviewed. We also ask about recent filler or injectable treatments so your sessions are timed well.
Emface is usually given as a short series, often four sessions of about 20 minutes each. Your plan sets out which areas are treated and how the sessions are spaced, and the Functional jaw protocol may follow its own schedule.
Please tell us about any pacemaker, defibrillator, neurostimulator or other electronic implant, any metal in the face or jaw (including substantial metal dental work), previous facial surgery, and recent filler or wrinkle-relaxing injections. Let us know about any neurological condition, including epilepsy, and if you're pregnant. Remove jewellery near the face and arrive with clean skin, free of makeup.
The skin is cleansed and the applicators are placed over the selected areas. You'll feel a building warmth and repeated muscle contractions, often described as pulling or tapping. The intensity is raised gradually to a level you're comfortable with, and our senior laser technicians check your skin and comfort throughout. It should never feel painfully hot.
Most people return to their usual activities straight away. Mild redness or warmth usually settles within hours, and some people notice muscle soreness or jaw fatigue for a day or two, much like after new exercise. While any warmth settles, skip saunas, hot yoga and very hot showers. A gentle cleanser, a bland moisturizer and daily sunscreen keep your skin comfortable between sessions.
Some people feel their muscles working after the first sessions. Visible change builds gradually over the series, as the muscles adapt and new collagen forms. Individual results vary with your facial anatomy, muscle tone, skin quality and age. Research on Emface, especially for the jaw, is still developing and much of it comes from small manufacturer-supported studies, so we review your progress with you as you go.
Muscle tone and collagen keep changing with age, so maintenance sessions can be planned after your series to help keep your result. Our team reviews your progress and suggests timing that suits you, and a medical-grade routine from our online shop supports your skin between visits.
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