Potenza Results at a Gangnam Station Dermatology Clinic: Why Pores and Scars Need Different Approaches

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The closer you look in the mirror, the more you notice the uneven texture on your cheeks. Do enlarged pores catch your eye first?

Even with careful makeup, your skin can look patchy on the surface, and many people have felt discouraged by it.

Even with consistent care, nothing seems to change, so you may already be looking into treatment options.

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Hello, this is Dojagi Clinic, Gangnam Station Dermatology.

If you opened this post because you're curious about the Potenza effect, we'll walk you through how it works, one step at a time.

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Here's a quick summary: Potenza uses extremely fine needles to deliver heat beneath the skin, which helps collagen rebuild.

That said, a single device can't fix every scar or enlarged pore, so understanding your specific skin concern is the first step.

Potenza swaps tips by concern: needle tips go into the skin, needle-free tips work on the surface. 14 tip types per the manufacturer.

How does Potenza work beneath the skin?

Potenza combines microneedling and radiofrequency in a single device. Fine needles penetrate the skin, and radiofrequency heat is delivered from the needle tips. That heat triggers collagen regeneration.

Rather than shaving away the surface, it sends a heat signal to the inner layers of the skin. The minor stimulation left where the needles pass also helps the skin repair itself.

Fine needles deliver heat inside the skin without scraping the surface: microneedles, RF heat from the needle tips, collagen regeneration.

There are 14 tip types (per the manufacturer), and some don't involve needle penetration at all. Needle depth goes up to 4mm, and along with heat intensity, all of these can be adjusted to your concerns.

So even with the same device, results depend on who uses it, on what kind of skin, and how it's used.

Same device, used differently per concern: tip (including needle-free), depth (shallow or deep) and intensity are adjusted to the skin.

It also helps reduce sebum production, so for oily skin, it may help manage shine and breakouts. It also tends to lighten redness left behind after acne.

How do pores and scars differ?

Enlarged pores are among the more challenging skin concerns to treat. Because they are narrow and deep, surface-level smoothing alone rarely fills them in.

Potenza tends to suit enlarged pores caused by excess sebum and generally rough skin texture. However, pores vary in shape, so one method is rarely enough.

For pores enlarged by excess sebum, treatments that reduce sebum and tighten the pores tend to work best. Pores that stretch and sag as skin loses elasticity with age need a different approach, one focused on restoring firmness.

Even if pores look equally enlarged, the cause determines the plan.

There are three main approaches to pore care: smoothing the surface, narrowing the width of the pore, and filling it from within.

Potenza takes on the tightening and filling side, and when needed, we plan it alongside other methods.

Pores are narrow and deep, so surface care alone won't fill them. Three approaches: smooth the surface, narrow the width, fill from inside.

Among acne scars, deep, pitted ones may not fill in as much as you'd hope with Potenza alone. Rather than relying on a single scar laser, it's more realistic to look at the depth and shape of each scar first and combine methods accordingly.

Deep depressed scars may need a combination, as Potenza alone may not fill them: check depth and shape, add other methods, go step by step.

Check which of these applies to your skin:

□ Oily skin with enlarged pores

→ Potenza tends to be a good fit.

□ Rough texture and fine lines that bother you

→ We'll also look at collagen-stimulating care.

□ Deep, sunken marks

→ We'll discuss combining it with other methods.

□ Frequent redness and breakouts

→ Intensity adjustment is especially important.

Checklist: oily skin, wide pores → Potenza fits; rough texture, fine lines → collagen care; deep scars → combined plan; redness → tune intensity.

When do results appear, and how many sessions are needed?

Potenza uses heat to encourage collagen to rebuild beneath the skin, so you usually won't see changes right after a session. Instead, results build up gradually over time.

For that reason, treatments are typically spaced about one month apart, with 3 to 5 sessions being common. The exact interval and number of sessions depend on your skin condition and your initial goals.

Potenza's downtime is relatively short, though some redness may linger. It usually fades within a few hours to a day or two, but this can vary depending on the tip and intensity used.

If you have an important event coming up, please let us know at your consultation.

Results come gradually: brief redness on the day, settling in 1–2 days, collagen building over time. Often several sessions; results vary.

Can it be combined with skin boosters?

Some Potenza tips can also deliver skin boosters through the spots the needles penetrate. Compared with injections given by hand, less product is delivered, but the radiofrequency effect is added at the same time. That's the key difference.

Boosters that help build collagen, combined with Potenza's heat-driven collagen stimulation, work from two directions at once, which is why many people look for this combination.

For areas that need more product, such as deeply sunken spots, another method may be a better choice. Which combination is right for you is best determined after examining your skin.

How does Dojagi Clinic approach treatment?

Dojagi Clinic doesn't start by choosing a device. We start by examining what caused the enlarged pores. Whether it's excess sebum, loss of elasticity, or past acne marks, the direction of pore treatment changes accordingly.

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During consultations, Dr. Park Si-hyun first identifies the cause, then decides together with you whether your skin is a good fit for Potenza and whether other pore treatments should be added.

Rather than simply following what worked for others, we believe thorough consultation should come first. Instead of rushing for results, the key is finding the right order of treatment for your skin.

Here are some frequently asked questions.

Q Can I go back to my daily routine right after treatment?

A Some redness may remain briefly, so most people return to their normal routine. Post-treatment care instructions are provided based on your skin condition.

Q Does it hurt a lot?

A Some tips don't involve needle penetration, and the depth and intensity can be adjusted. How much you feel varies from person to person.

Q Can breakouts develop after treatment?

A Breakouts can briefly appear after needle treatments. Excessive intensity can actually irritate the skin, so choosing the right intensity for your skin is important.

Enlarged pores and rough texture don't develop overnight, so they need to be improved step by step. Starting with an understanding of the cause of your skin concerns tends to lead to much more natural-looking results.

Consider which of these concerns is closest to what you're experiencing now, and check it first during a consultation. If you write down your questions in advance, the conversation becomes much easier.

We hope the time you spend sighing in front of the mirror gradually decreases.

※ Treatment results and recovery vary from person to person, and side effects such as redness, swelling, or breakouts may occur.

This post is a medical advertisement created by the clinic for the purpose of providing medical information. It complies with Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Medical Service Act. Because individual constitution and health conditions may vary, please make treatment decisions after thorough consultation with your medical team.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Potenza work beneath the skin?

Potenza is a device that combines microneedling and radiofrequency. Fine needles deliver heat beneath the skin to help stimulate collagen regeneration. It is explained that rather than shaving away the surface, it sends a heat signal to the inner layers of the skin.

Can Potenza alone address both pores and scars?

No. It is explained that a single device cannot fully resolve all pores and scars. It tends to suit enlarged pores caused by excess sebum and rough skin texture, while deeply pitted scars may require a combination with other treatments.

When do Potenza results appear, and how many sessions are needed?

Results usually build up gradually over time rather than appearing right after a session. Many people receive 3 to 5 sessions spaced about a month apart. The exact interval and number of sessions are determined by your skin condition and initial goals.

Can I return to my daily routine right after treatment?

It is explained that most people return to their normal routine. Some redness may remain for a while, but downtime is relatively short, and it usually subsides within a few hours to a day or two.

Can Potenza be combined with skin boosters?

Yes. Some Potenza tips also deliver skin boosters through the spots the needles penetrate. Compared with hand-administered injections, less product is delivered, but the radiofrequency effect is added. For deeply sunken areas, another method may work better, so the combination is typically determined after examining the skin.

Can breakouts occur after treatment?

Yes. It is explained that breakouts may briefly appear after needle treatments. Excessive intensity can actually irritate the skin, so choosing an intensity suited to your skin is important.