Facial contouring: questions patients ask
How does non-surgical facial contouring work?
Accent Prime and PrimeX use radiofrequency and ultrasound to heat the deeper skin layers, encouraging collagen and firming the jawline, cheeks and neck. Alma Opus uses fractional plasma to tighten and resurface the surface.
What does it feel like?
Radiofrequency treatments feel like a warm massage. Opus involves a brief heat sensation and is usually done with numbing cream.
How many sessions?
Radiofrequency contouring is typically a course of several sessions; Opus is often one to three sessions spaced weeks apart. Results build over two to three months.
Is there downtime?
Radiofrequency: usually none. Opus: a few days of redness and light peeling.
Is it a replacement for surgery?
No. It suits mild to moderate laxity. A practitioner will tell you if your goals need a surgical opinion.
How much does it cost?
Set by the clinic per area and per course. Alma Lasers Australia does not set treatment prices.
Where can I find a clinic near me?
Over 450 clinics across Australia and New Zealand use Alma technology. Tell us your suburb and treatment and we will point you to a clinic in your area.
This information is general in nature. Suitability, results and pricing are assessed and set by the treating clinic. Results vary between individuals.
Prepared by Alma Lasers Australia, the Australian subsidiary of the manufacturer, from the device documentation, the ARTG entries and the published studies listed on our clinical evidence page. It is general information, not medical advice; a consultation with a qualified practitioner comes first. Last reviewed September 2026.
