ONDA PROBody & Double-Chin Contouring in Richmond, BC, near Vancouver
For cellulite and softened contours that diet and exercise don't reach, without surgery. ONDA PRO by DEKA sends 2.45GHz microwaves past the skin's surface and into subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue. Most people describe it as a warm stone massage, and most resume normal activities the same day.
- 2–3
- Sessions typically recommended*
- 15–60 min
- Per session
- Same day
- Return to normal activities
How does ONDA PRO work, and how much does it cost?
ONDA PRO by DEKA uses 2.45GHz Coolwaves® microwaves to deliver controlled heat into subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue while the skin's surface stays cool, to improve the appearance of cellulite and contour targeted areas. Cost depends on the areas treated and sessions needed, and is quoted after a medical assessment.
With most energy-based devices, reaching deeper tissue also means heating the skin's surface along the way. The 2.45GHz frequency used by ONDA PRO travels past the surface and releases controlled heat at a set depth in subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue, while the surface stays cool. Three handpieces focus that heat at three different depths, covering everything from large body areas to the submental area.
Improves cellulite appearance
Works on subcutaneous fat and the fibrous septae associated with the dimpled look of cellulite.
Contours targeted areas
Abdomen, flanks, thighs and buttocks, plus the submental area under the chin.
Comfortable, minimal downtime
Most people describe the session as a warm stone massage and resume normal activities the same day. No compression garments are needed.
Is ONDA PRO a weight-loss treatment? No, it is contouring
ONDA PRO improves the appearance of cellulite and contours targeted areas; it is not a weight-loss treatment. Coolwaves® was developed by DEKA in Italy and introduced in 2018. ONDA PRO is the latest generation, adding a third handpiece for smaller areas.
Assessment
Dr. Jiang and our medical team work through the manufacturer's assessment: subcutaneous versus visceral fat, cellulite grade, skin laxity, and palpation for fibrosis and tenderness — then set the handpiece, energy and number of sessions.
Past the surface
Microwaves bypass the epidermis and carry energy to the target depth below.
Controlled heating
Heat is delivered steadily in the target layer while the skin's surface is kept cool and comfortable.
Gradual change
Results develop over the weeks that follow. Most plans run 2–3 sessions, spaced 3–5 weeks apart.
Who is ONDA PRO for, and who should not have it?
Suitable for most skin types. Candidacy is confirmed at your assessment.
A good fit if you
- +Want to improve the appearance of cellulite on thighs or buttocks
- +Have post-pregnancy abdominal laxity or flank fullness
- +Want to reduce fullness under the chin
- +Prefer to avoid surgery
- +Are at a stable weight and want to address specific areas
Should not have ONDA PRO, or talk to us first, if you
- –Are pregnant or breastfeeding (including up to 10 months after delivery)
- –Have a heart condition, or a pacemaker, defibrillator or other electronic implant
- –Have had cancer in the past 5 years, severe vascular disease or a clotting disorder
- –Have a hernia, metal or prosthetic implant, open wound or skin infection in the area
- –Have kidney or liver dysfunction, or uncontrolled diabetes
- –Take anticoagulants, have had recent surgery, or have tattoos or fillers in the area (medical review first)
How many sessions do I need? It depends on the plan
Most plans run 2–3 sessions spaced 3–5 weeks apart, and Dr. Jiang confirms the number at your assessment. Energy settings, handpiece choice and how the area is worked all shape the final contour.
Assessment first
Every client is seen by Dr. Jiang and our medical team first — whether the treatment suits you, how many sessions, and how far apart. No conveyor-belt protocols. We take standardised before photos and record weight and circumference, so progress is measured rather than guessed.
Three handpieces, three depths
Large body areas and smaller areas such as the submental area use different handpieces, each with its own energy and depth settings.
English and Mandarin
Consent, in-session feedback and aftercare are explained clearly in either language.
Combined with other treatments
Can be sequenced with skin tightening or muscle-building treatments depending on your body goals.
ONDA PRO vs cryolipolysis: which suits which area?
Cryolipolysis works by cooling fat, while ONDA PRO heats subcutaneous tissue with microwaves, so the two suit different goals and areas. We decide by area at your assessment. Treat one area, or combine. On the head and neck we treat only the submental area and the cheeks, keeping off the mandibular bone itself.
Submental (double chin)
The area below the jawbone to the hyoid, for a more defined profile.
Abdomen / flanks
Post-pregnancy laxity and flank fullness, avoiding the navel.
Thighs / buttocks
Where cellulite appears most often, planned by zone.
Upper arms
Localized fullness on the back of the upper arm.
Inner knee
A small area just above the inner knee.
Cheeks
Contouring of the mid to lower face, usually treated in the same session as the submental area (the 80 kJ plan).
Clinical before and after
Clinical photographs supplied by DEKA / Cartessa. Each card states how many sessions it took and which clinic it came from.
These are clinical photographs supplied by DEKA / Cartessa, not our own patients. Results vary between individuals; whether the treatment suits you and how many sessions you need are decided at your consultation.
Your treatment day
Every step is explained before it happens.
Before
Drink plenty of water in the lead-up to your session
Avoid moisturizer on the target area for a few days beforehand
Tell us about your medications and previous treatments
Wear loose, comfortable clothing
Review and sign the consent form, confirming areas and expectations
During
Mapping
The area is confirmed and marked, gel is applied, and the handpiece is selected.
Gliding
The handpiece glides smoothly over the skin as warmth builds below and radiates upward.
Adjusting
Energy is adjusted to your feedback. Most people compare it to a warm stone massage.
Post-session massage
The treated area is massaged as directed before you leave.
After
Keep drinking water
Massage the treated area as directed by your provider
Avoid strenuous exercise for at least 48 hours — walking is fine
Avoid alcohol for 3–4 days after treatment
Avoid direct sun exposure, or use SPF 50+
ONDA PRO questions we get
How does ONDA PRO work?+
It uses Coolwaves®, DEKA's 2.45GHz microwave technology, which passes the skin's surface and delivers focused heat below it, into subcutaneous fat and the fibrous tissue linked to cellulite. The surface is cooled during treatment. Three handpieces set the depth, from larger body areas to the submental area, and the target is the appearance of cellulite and contour.
What does a treatment feel like?+
You feel warmth beneath the skin that gradually radiates upward, while the surface stays cool and comfortable. Many people describe it as a relaxing hot stone massage as the handpiece glides over the skin. Energy is adjusted to your feedback throughout, so tell the clinician if any spot feels too hot. Numbing is not normally used.
How long is a session, and how many do I need?+
Sessions run 15 minutes to an hour depending on the area. Two to three treatments are typically recommended, spaced 3–5 weeks apart, though some people see results after one. Larger areas such as the abdomen or thighs take longer than the submental area. Your provider confirms the number at your assessment.
Can I exercise afterwards? Is there downtime?+
Most people resume normal activities the same day; temporary warmth or redness in the treated area is possible. Massage and movement help; avoid strenuous exercise for at least 48 hours. Walking is fine. Keep drinking water, avoid alcohol for 3–4 days, and protect the area from direct sun.
Who should not have this treatment?+
ONDA PRO is not used during pregnancy or breastfeeding (including up to 10 months after delivery), with heart conditions or electronic implants, with cancer in the past 5 years, severe vascular disease or clotting disorders, a hernia in the area, kidney or liver dysfunction, or uncontrolled diabetes. Anticoagulants, recent surgery, and tattoos or fillers in the area need a medical review first. Candidacy is confirmed at your assessment.
How much does ONDA PRO cost?+
Cost depends on the areas treated and the number of sessions, so we quote after your assessment with Dr. Jiang and our medical team. We do not publish a single price because plans differ by area, handpiece and energy, and you receive your plan and its cost before you decide whether to go ahead.
Is ONDA PRO a weight-loss treatment?+
No. ONDA PRO is used to contour specific areas and improve the appearance of cellulite. It is not a weight-loss treatment and does not replace healthy eating or exercise. It suits people at a stable weight who want to address specific areas, and we take standardised photos and measurements so change is tracked rather than guessed.
Does ONDA PRO treat a double chin or the face?+
Yes, in selected areas. On the head and neck we treat the submental area under the chin and the cheeks, keeping off the jawbone itself, and the two are usually treated in the same session. A smaller handpiece is used for these areas. Dr. Jiang and our medical team assess first whether your profile suits it.
When will I see results, and how long do they last?+
Change is gradual and develops over the weeks after each session, and some people notice a difference after one. Most plans run 2–3 sessions spaced 3–5 weeks apart. How long results last depends on weight stability, age and lifestyle; maintenance sessions are usually discussed once the series is complete. Results vary, and no duration can be promised.
What are the side effects of ONDA PRO?+
Temporary redness, warmth, mild swelling or tenderness in the treated area are the most common effects and are usually short-lived. Less commonly, temporary numbness, firmness or small lumps under the skin can occur. Rarely, burns or blisters are possible, which is why energy is adjusted to your feedback and the skin is cooled throughout.
How is ONDA PRO different from cryolipolysis?+
Cryolipolysis cools fat through the skin with an applicator that stays in place, while ONDA PRO uses microwaves to heat subcutaneous tissue as the handpiece moves, and also works on the fibrous tissue linked to cellulite. The two suit different goals and areas, and some plans use both. We decide by area at your assessment.
Can ONDA PRO be combined with other treatments?+
Often, yes. ONDA PRO can be sequenced with skin-tightening or muscle-building treatments, depending on your body goals and the areas involved. The order and spacing are set after your assessment, so that each treatment has time to settle before the next. Tell us about any recent procedures in the area before you book.
Start with an assessment
Different areas need different energy and a different number of sessions. Dr. Jiang and our medical team assess first, then give you a plan and a quote.
Related treatments
What our clinical team has written about this
How it works, who it suits, and what recovery looks like:
- ONDA PRO vs CoolSculpting: Heat or Cold for Stubborn Fat?
ONDA PRO heats fat and fibrous tissue with microwaves; CoolSculpting cools pinchable fat. Here is how they differ in mechanism, feel, timeline and candidacy, and how the choice is made.
- ONDA PRO Side Effects, Recovery and Who Should Not Have It
Most people resume normal activities the same day after ONDA PRO. Here are the common reactions, the recovery schedule, aftercare, and who should not have it under the manufacturer's criteria.
Also offered at our Burnaby location
SkinArt MD offers the same treatment. If Burnaby is more convenient, our sister clinic can help.
#101 - 4378 Beresford St, Burnaby, BC V5H 0H6 · +1 (604) 639-2581
