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Technology Guide

How Our Technology Compares

Patients often ask how our treatments compare to well-known brand-name platforms. The answer is straightforward: the underlying technology is what produces results, not the brand name. Below, we compare our platforms side-by-side with the most recognized names in aesthetic medicine — based on publicly available specifications and published clinical literature.

Physician-Directed Protocols
Same Core Technologies
Evidence-Based Comparisons
Core Technology

Radiofrequency energy delivered through insulated microneedles to the dermal layer, stimulating collagen remodeling and skin tightening from within.

Well-known platforms in this category: Morpheus8, Vivace, Genius RF, Potenza

SpecificationOur PlatformComparable Brands
TechnologyBipolar RF + MicroneedlingBipolar RF + Microneedling
Needle Depth0.5–4.0mm adjustable0.5–4.0mm (varies by device)
Treatment AreasFace, neck, bodyFace, neck, body
Downtime24–72 hours mild redness24–72 hours mild redness
Sessions Needed3–4 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart3–4 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart
Why Patients Choose Us
  • Adjustable needle depth (0.5–4.0mm) for face and body treatments
  • Insulated needle tips for precise energy delivery with minimal surface damage
  • Physician-customized protocols based on your skin type and goals
  • Combined with PRP or growth factors for enhanced results

RF microneedling platforms across the industry use the same core technology — radiofrequency energy delivered through microneedles. The clinical outcomes depend primarily on the physician's expertise in customizing treatment parameters, not the brand name on the device.

Important Disclosure

Lakewood Med Spa is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to any of the brands, manufacturers, or companies mentioned on this page. All brand names, trademarks, and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used here solely for informational comparison purposes.

All comparisons are based on publicly available technical specifications, published peer-reviewed clinical literature, and general knowledge of the underlying technologies. We do not claim that our devices are identical to, equivalent to, or interchangeable with any branded platform.

The purpose of this page is to help patients understand the core technologies behind common aesthetic treatments so they can make informed decisions. The best treatment plan for you will be determined during a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Kohli, who will assess your individual needs, health history, and goals.

Why Technology Alone Doesn't Determine Your Results

Patients researching aesthetic treatments in Dallas often encounter brand names like Morpheus8, Ultherapy, CoolSculpting, and Halo. These are marketing names for underlying technologies — radiofrequency microneedling, high-intensity focused ultrasound, cryolipolysis, and fractional thulium laser — that are available across many platforms. At Lakewood Med Spa, we use the same core technologies under different platform names, often at significantly lower cost per session.

What Actually Drives Outcomes in Aesthetic Medicine

The most important variable in any energy-based treatment is not the device — it is the physician's ability to select the right technology for your skin type and concern, customize treatment parameters based on your individual anatomy, and layer treatments strategically when combination protocols are appropriate. Dr. Kohli's approach at Lakewood is to match the mechanism of action to the problem, not to recommend the most recognizable brand name.

Serving Dallas, Lakewood, Park Cities, and Highland Park

Lakewood Med Spa is located at 8210 Walnut Hill Ln Professional 1, #516, Dallas TX 75231 — on the Presbyterian Hospital campus, serving patients from Lakewood, East Dallas, Park Cities, Highland Park, Preston Hollow, and the greater DFW metroplex. Our full range of physician-directed aesthetic treatments includes RF microneedling, fractional CO₂ laser, DPL photofacial, HIFU skin tightening, laser hair removal, Botox, dermal fillers, body sculpting, and regenerative medicine.

Technology Is the Foundation. Your Physician Is the Difference.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kohli to discuss which technology and treatment plan is right for your goals.

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