ATTIVA iRF is a non-surgical, non-invasive radiofrequency facial and body treatment that provides visible results with little to no downtime. ATTIVA is unique because of the Subdermal Induced Heat Technology delivery system, which delivers radiofrequency energy beneath the skin to generate substantial heat without causing damage to the skin’s surface. The radiofrequency energy triggers an immediate contraction of relaxed collagen fibers beneath the skin and initiates a biochemical response that prompts fibroblasts to generate new collagen and elastin.
The ATTIVA system uses iRF or Intelligent Radiofrequency technology to incorporate continuous, fractional, and sequential radiofrequency currents and uniformly heat subdermal tissue layers. This controlled energy is closely monitored by a temperature control system that regulates subcutaneous and skin temperatures. The FDA-approved ATTIVA device utilizes a highly responsive thermal imaging camera for precise skin temperature control throughout the treatment. The ATTIVA handpiece has a microcannula equipped with Double Temperature Control, ensuring continuous monitoring of the internal probe within the tissues and skin surface temperature through an external thermal control camera.
ATTIVA utilizes subdermal induced heat (S.I.H.) technology. This patented technology modifies radiofrequency (RF) current types, including continuous, fractional, and sequential currents. The ATTIVA treatment evenly heats under the skin using controlled yet potent RF energy. This heat causes an instantaneous contraction of loose collagen fibers and stimulates fibroblast activity, boosting elastin production and synthesizing new collagen. Collagen and elastin are pivotal for skin firmness, elasticity, and thicker, firmer skin.
ATTIVA safely and effectively heats under the skin to stimulate collagen synthesis without causing damage to the surface. Other treatments can induce intentional injury to the skin’s surface, resulting in redness, scars, and prolonged downtime.
After the ATTIVA treatment, many patients notice some immediate improvement; however, the complete outcome becomes evident after 2 to 3 months post-treatment. This time frame is crucial as it allows the body the necessary duration to generate new elastin and collagen fibers, which contribute to the ultimate results.
Depending on your goals, one or more treatments are typically suggested to achieve satisfactory results. ATTIVA treatments can be repeated every 4 to 6 months if desired.
ATTIVA treatment results can last two to five years. Natural degradation stemming from aging, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices will persist, and retreatment can be done as needed to maintain results.
Your clinician can discuss pain management for your ATTIVA treatment at your consultation. Any discomfort can easily be managed; our goal is to keep you comfortable during treatment. During the ATTIVA treatment, the area is numbed with local anesthesia and topical numbing cream. Pronox, a quick-onset laughing gas, may be offered to enhance patient comfort, a nerve block may be administered, or patients may request an oral sedative. While everyone’s pain tolerance differs, you may feel some discomfort, a gentle tugging sensation, a zapping or sharp pinching sensation, mild heat, or experience muscle contractions. After the ATTIVA treatment, some patients report tenderness, bruising, or swelling in the areas treated, which typically subsides within 7-14 days.
RF Microneedling delivers radiofrequency energy using tiny needles that intentionally injure the skin’s surface. ATTIVA can generate a significant amount of heat without causing injury to the surface of the skin
