Considering POTENZA again
If you have had POTENZA before, what you learned from it is useful information for the next plan. Bring the record if you have it: the device or product, the amount used, the areas and the date. Say what you liked and what you did not, including discomfort and recovery. Ask whether the clinic would repeat the same plan for POTENZA or change it, and why; a different clinic may use a different device generation or dose, which makes two treatments hard to compare by name alone.
Choosing a clinic for POTENZA
When you are down to a shortlist, compare the same things at each clinic: which device or product is used and how its authenticity is shown, who performs POTENZA, what the plan is based on, and what a quoted price includes. Ask each clinic the same questions in the same order. Differences in how they answer about POTENZA are more informative than differences in their advertising.
Products are opened in front of the patient, with the authenticity sticker and hologram shown at the same time. The shot count on the device screen is visible to the patient, and the manufacturer’s certificates of authenticity are displayed in the clinic.
Min Clinic practises across family medicine, internal medicine, plastic surgery and dermatology. Three doctors practise here, two of them board-certified specialists.
Why scar type comes before device choice
The clearance for this device covers electrocoagulation and haemostasis, so acne scarring is an off-label use — common, but off-label. Beyond that, the useful question in a consultation is not "do you have POTENZA" but "what kind of scarring is this, and what does that imply". Depressed scars, raised scars and post-inflammatory pigmentation are three different problems that often appear together, so a plan that names which one is being treated first is easier to follow than one that names only the device.
Procedures POTENZA for acne scars is usually weighed against
Different mechanisms suit different people. This is not a table of which is better — it separates which is a candidate for which goal.
| Procedure | Energy or substance | Manufacturer’s stated target | State of the evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| POTENZA | Radiofrequency microneedling (1/2MHz) | Clearance reads electrocoagulation and haemostasis | Pores and acne scarring are outside the cleared wording |
| Rejuran | Polynucleotides (fish-DNA derived) | Used for skin regeneration | Systematic review: 9 studies, 219 patients, low-to-moderate quality |
| Ultherapy | Micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation | Brow, neck and submental lift; décolletage lines; abdomen and upper-arm laxity | Areas named in the FDA clearance |
Questions people ask
How long should I wait before having POTENZA again?
Intervals depend on the treatment and on how your skin looks now, so ask the doctor to explain the recommended gap for your case rather than relying on a general figure.
Should I go back to the same clinic?
Continuity of records helps, but it is not required. If you change clinic, bring your previous treatment details so the new plan for POTENZA rests on what was actually done.
Should the doctor perform POTENZA personally?
Ask directly who performs the treatment and who decides the settings. Clinics differ, and knowing the answer before booking avoids a surprise on the day.
How do I compare quotes for POTENZA?
Line up the dose or amount, the areas, the device generation, anaesthesia and aftercare. Two quotes are only comparable when those match.
Is a newer POTENZA for acne scars device always the better choice?
Not automatically. A newer generation can mean added features and a wider cleared range, and it can also mean a clinic that has used it less. What is worth comparing is whether the clinic can say what its generation does differently for POTENZA for acne scars specifically, and why that matters for you.
What this page is based on
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire, returned by the clinic (checked 2026-09-10)
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire, the clinic’s official website and its English site — https://min-clinic.co.kr/en/ (checked 2026-09-10)
- FDA 510(k) K192545 — POTENZA (Jeisys Medical) — https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf19/K192545.pdf (checked 2026-09-05)
- Lampridou et al., The Effectiveness of Polynucleotides in Esthetic Medicine: A Systematic Review, J Cosmet Dermatol, 2025 — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39645667/ (checked 2026-09-05)
- Merz Aesthetics — Ultherapy PRIME indication announcement — https://merzaesthetics.com/news/merz-announces-new-arms-abdomen-indication-ultherapy/ (checked 2026-09-05)
