What is Ultherapy®?
Ultherapy® is a safe, non-surgical ultrasounds treatment that counteracts the effects of gravity and time on your skin. It uses the body’s own regenerative response to gently and gradually lift skin on the eyebrow, under the chin and on the neck, and smooth lines and wrinkles on the décolletage.
What makes Ultherapy® special?
Ultherapy® is the only non-invasive treatment cleared by the FDA to actually lift skin. It is also the only cosmetic procedure to use ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to see the layers of tissue targeted during the treatment to make sure the energy is deposited to where it will be most beneficial. Finally, it is also the only non-invasive procedure specifically indicated by the FDA to improve lines and wrinkles on the chest.
Can Ultherapy® replace a facelift?
Ultherapy® treats the deep foundational layer addressed in cosmetic surgery, but it will not duplicate the results of a facelift. It is a great alternative; however, especially for those not ready for surgery or patients looking to elongate the effects of cosmetic surgery.
How does Ultherapy® differ from laser treatments?
Ultherapy® uses sound energy which has unique properties that allow it to bypass the surface of the skin to treat depths not matched by any other non-invasive cosmetic device. The ultrasound stimulates collagen production in the skin’s foundation, resulting in a clinically significant lift of tissue over two to three months. Lasers rely on light energy, which cannot reach deeper skin layers at an optimal temperature, so laser treatments typically only treat superficial skin and are not FDA approved to lift skin. Since the two technologies often treat different types of skin issues, they’re actually very compatible.
How does Ultherapy® stimulate the creation of collagen?
Ultherapy® deposits focused ultrasound energy deep beneath the skin at the optimal temperature for collagen regeneration. The treatment starts a natural process, known as neocollagenesis, to produce fresh, new collagen. It does not involve any grams, fillers or toxins; it just relies on your body’s own collagen-producing process for natural, noticeable results.
How long does an Ultherapy® treatment take?
The length of a treatment depends on the area(s) being treated and your individual plan. A face and neck procedure usually takes 60-90 minutes, while a chest treatment usually takes about 30 minutes.
Will I need to take time off?
There is no downtime with Ultherapy®. After your procedure, you may resume normal activities without having to follow any special post-treatment measures.
What does an Ultherapy® treatment feel like?
When the ultrasound energy is delivered, you will feel tiny amounts of energy being deposited to precise depths, which indicates that the collagen-building process has begun. Comfort levels vary from person to person, but the sensation only lasts while the ultrasound energy is being delivered.
When will I see results? How long do they last?
After your Ultherapy® treatment, you may see some initial effect, but the ultimate results will take place over two to three months, as your body naturally regenerates collagen. Since the procedure stimulates your own collagen production, how long the results last really depend on you. The treatment produces new collagen on the inside, but your natural aging process will dictate how long that translates into visible results on the outside.
How many Ultherapy® treatments will I need?
Most patients usually only need one treatment. However, based on the degree of skin laxity, the biological response to ultrasound energy and the individual’s collagen-building process, some patients benefit from additional treatments. Because the skin continues to age, future touch-up treatments can help keep pace with the body’s natural aging process.
Who is a good candidate for Ultherapy®?
A good candidate is someone who has mild to moderate skin laxity where the skin begins to look and feel less firm. Examples include a lowered eyebrow line, loose skin on the neck, sagging under the chin, and lines or wrinkles on the chest.
What will you look like after Ultherapy®?
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