ONDA PROBody & Double-Chin Contouring in Burnaby, BC
For cellulite appearance and softened contours that diet and exercise don't reach, without surgery. ONDA PRO 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 resume normal activities the same day.
- 2–3
- Sessions typically recommended*
- 15–60 min
- Per session
- Same day
- Most resume normal activities
What Is ONDA PRO Body Contouring in Burnaby?
ONDA PRO is a non-invasive device that uses 2.45GHz Coolwaves® microwaves to deliver controlled heat into subcutaneous fat and fibrous tissue while the skin's surface stays cool. At Skin Art MD in Burnaby (Metrotown) it is used for the appearance of cellulite and for contouring body areas and the submental area. Results vary.
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 session
The session feels like a warm stone massage. No compression garments are needed, and most people resume normal activities the same day.
How Does ONDA PRO Work?
Developed by DEKA in Italy and introduced in 2018. ONDA PRO is the latest generation, adding a third handpiece for smaller areas.
Assessment
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 Might Consider ONDA PRO?
A physician assessment decides suitability.
Commonly asked about by people who
- +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 and extended time off
- +Are at a stable weight and want to address specific areas
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)
Why Have ONDA PRO at Skin Art MD in Burnaby?
Energy settings, handpiece choice and how the area is worked all shape the final contour.
Assessment first
Every client is seen by 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.
Which Areas Can ONDA PRO Treat?
Planned by area. 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.
What Happens During an ONDA PRO Visit?
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 Burnaby: Common Questions
How does ONDA PRO work?+
It uses Coolwaves®, DEKA's 2.45GHz microwave technology, developed in Italy and introduced in 2018. The microwaves pass the skin's surface and deliver focused heat into subcutaneous fat and the fibrous tissue linked to cellulite, while the surface is cooled. Three handpieces set the depth, from larger body areas to the submental area.
How much does ONDA PRO cost in Burnaby?+
Cost depends on the areas treated and the number of sessions. We do not publish prices online, because plans differ by area, handpiece and energy. The medical assessment confirms your plan and the cost, and you receive both before you decide whether to go ahead.
Where can I get ONDA PRO near Burnaby or Vancouver?+
Skin Art MD is at #101 – 4378 Beresford St, Burnaby (Metrotown), near Metrotown SkyTrain Station on the Expo Line, a short trip from Vancouver and New Westminster. Hours are Tuesday to Sunday 10:00–18:00, closed Monday. Phone +1 (604) 639-2581. Consultations are available in English and Mandarin.
What does a treatment feel like?+
You feel warmth beneath the skin that gradually radiates upward, while the surface stays cool. Many people describe it as a hot stone massage as the handpiece glides over the skin. Energy is adjusted to your feedback throughout, so tell your 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 a change after one. Your provider confirms the number at assessment, based on the area, tissue thickness and your goals.
Can I exercise afterwards? Is there downtime?+
Most people go straight back to their 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. Skin Art MD is physician-led, with Dr. Charles Jiang as Medical Director, and every plan starts with a medical assessment.
Does ONDA PRO treat a double chin?+
It can be used on the submental area to address fullness under the chin, and the cheeks are usually treated in the same session. We keep off the jawbone itself, and a smaller handpiece is used for these areas. The medical team assesses whether your profile suits it before planning any sessions.
Is ONDA PRO a weight-loss treatment?+
No. It is used on specific areas for cellulite appearance and contour, and works best alongside a stable weight. It does not replace healthy eating or exercise. We take standardised before photos and record weight and circumference, so any change is measured rather than guessed.
Can ONDA PRO be combined with other treatments?+
Often yes, for example with skin-tightening or muscle-building treatments, sequenced after assessment. The order and spacing are planned so that each treatment has time to settle before the next. Tell us about any recent procedures in the area when you book, so the plan can allow for them.
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 the skin is cooled and energy is adjusted to your feedback.
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; whether to continue with maintenance is discussed after the series. Results vary, and no duration can be promised.
Start with an assessment
Different areas need different energy and a different number of sessions. Our medical team assess first, then discuss your plan.
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