Morpheus8

The Morpheus8 is a fractional RF device that treats fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and skin tone by delivering a customisable depth of penetration and energy throughout subdermal tissue. The skin and tissue underneath is heated over milliseconds causing tightening of the fibres and therefore the skin itself.

The outcome is rejuvenated area of skin, suitable for all skin types. The skin is not damaged by this procedure, which is an improvement on some resurfacing techniques that cause thermal damage. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is also minimised with this technology, which is an added benefit enabling safe treatment in patients with skin of colour.

Loose/sagging skin on the face, jawline, neck and body

Wrinkles on face, neck and décolletage

Under-eye loose skin or wrinkles

Stretch marks

Acne Scars

A radiofrequency machine heats the skin to a certain temperature by sending electromagnetic energy into it during radiofrequency skin treatment. Skin tightening is accomplished when the heated skin tissue expands and contracts as it cools. Radiofrequency skin tightening is also known as tissue remodelling. 

Because of the unique design of Morpheus8, the radiofrequency energy is localised within a very small area. This limits the spread of the energy to other body areas or backwards along the pins so that damage to the skin itself is non-existent.

Before treating you, Owen will ask you questions about your medical history to ensure you are suitable for the treatment, examine the areas to be treated to determine treatment sites, explain the procedure, tell you about post-treatment care, list all possible complications, and tell you how to avoid them. He will then apply double-layer numbing cream to ensure the procedure is as pain-free as possible, with cooled air for additional comfort.

The Morpheus8 applicator will be used 1-3 times to treat areas, coagulating fat and constricting connective tissue and fat to thicken and correct lines and wrinkles.

It can be used as a standalone procedure or in conjunction with dermal fillers, or injectable skin boost therapies such as Profhilo.

The 24 pins on the applicator will penetrate into the subdermal tissue, improving collagen levels, contracting tissue and fat to thicken and correct lines and wrinkles.

Immediately after treatment, there will be redness of the skin but in most cases this subsides over the course of several hours and most patients can continue with their normal daily activities, although some choose to have the procedure on a day where they are not around friends or work colleagues.

The treatment starts to take effect over the following 1-4 weeks with benefits accumulating over 3-4 months. 3 sessions are recommended for a full initial course.

Side effects from the procedure are minimal and are mainly redness with slight swelling over the first few hours. It is possible to get the redness lasting longer in some people, sometimes 24-48 hours.

Bruising is always a possibility when the skin was penetrated, but this is mild in most cases, as a the needles themselves individually are very small.

Small grid marks from the needles can persist 24 hours commonly, although in a small number of cases up to a week – fading gradually. It is very unusual to have any noticeable changes persisting more than 1 week.

The final results from the treatment course will take 4-6 months to be fully evident

Many patients see results much earlier than this but we always advise to be patient!

One of the most common concerns is whether the treatment will “melt” facial fat. The answer is not when performed correctly. Morpheus8 is highly customizable; the depth of the microneedles can be precisely adjusted. When your goal is skin tightening and rejuvenation, I set the depths to target the dermal layers while avoiding the underlying fat.

Fat reduction only occurs when the needles are intentionally set to a deeper level to contour areas like the jawline or chin. By tailoring the depths to your specific anatomy, we ensure we only treat the layers that need it.

At my clinic, your safety and results are the priority. Dr. Owen Thomas personally performs every Morpheus8 treatment. Unlike many clinics where treatments are delegated to technicians, I oversee your entire journey – from the initial consultation and mapping of your facial structure to the actual procedure – ensuring the highest medical standards and precision.

While Morpheus8 involves microneedling and radiofrequency energy, we take extensive steps to ensure your comfort. We apply a high-strength topical numbing cream prior to the procedure with refrigerated air cooling. Most patients describe the sensation as a localised heat and a light “prickling” feeling. Because I perform the treatment myself, I can adjust the settings in real-time based on your feedback.