Profound RF Skin TighteningHouston, TXProfound is a radiofrequency treatment that tightens the skin but also creates more volume and elastic tissue especially in the area around the jowls and the wrinkles around the mouth. Profound stimulates the production of hyaluronic acid, new collagen and elastin.
Meet the DoctorDr. Erika Sato
Certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. Erika Sato specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. She performs the latest treatments in cosmetic surgery as well as nonsurgical rejuvenation. Dr. Sato is committed to providing excellence in care while treating every patient like family.
Dr. Sato is one of eight surgeons at My Houston Surgeons, a world-class multi-specialty practice in Houston, TX with locations in Memorial and The Woodlands.


Am I A GoodCandidate?
Good candidates for the Profound procedures are people who have sagging skin especially in the cheeks or jowls, wrinkles along the cheeks and loss of volume around the mouth and cheeks, as well as wrinkles along the upper lip. Profound is good for all skin types as the radiofrequency energy is color blind, allowing this to be a safe treatment for persons with Asian, Hispanic, African American and Indian skin.
Profound is usually one single treatment and is done under local anesthetic in the office setting.
Profound RF Skin TighteningTreatment
Profound is a machine manufactured by Syneron utilizing a hand piece with a disposable cartridge made up of an array of radiofrequency energy needles. The hand piece is then placed by the doctor on the areas of the skin to be treated. The needles penetrate into the skin and release heat for a specific amount for time at a precise temperature and depth. This stimulates the body to make new collagen and elastin in that tissue.
Profound RF Skin TighteningResults & Recovery
Maximum treatment results are seen over a 6-9 month period, results are usually visible in as little as 2 weeks.
After the Profound treatment, you can expect 3-7 days of swelling and redness as well as bruising. In addition there is an appearance of tiny dotted marks on the treated areas and up to a week of some minor shedding of skin.
Schedule a Consultation
Are you interested in Profound RF Skin Tightening in Houston? Contact Dr. Erika Sato today for a consultation.