WHAT IS ULTHERAPY®?
Ultherapy can be defined as a non-invasive tightening procedure that utilizes ultrasound technology for the lifting and tightening of the skin of the neck and the face. With the application of an ultrasound gadget, the physician can see the muscles and deep connective tissue underneath the skin and drive focused ultrasound energy to the spot. The deep tissue and muscles will be contracted by the heat which will, in turn, stimulates the body’s collagen to develop and reinforce, thereby offering a framework that braces the skin and leads to a slicker, tighter, and more boosted skin.
WHO IS ULTHERAPY® FOR?
Application of the Ultherapy procedure is safe for every type of skin. However, individuals who are in their late thirties and early forties who are known to have developed signs of skin laxity will enjoy the advantages of the treatment.
HOW IS ULTHERAPY® DONE?
A smooth ultrasound probe is applied to the skin to offer strong levels of targeted energy to the deep tissues and muscles under the surface of the skin during the Ultherapy treatment. This creates a warm tightening feeling that can be tolerated without the use of pain medication or anesthetic. Your physician may apply local anesthetic if you cannot bear the pain.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
Depending on the surface area treated, the Ultherapy procedure can be done within thirty minutes or an hour.
WHAT IS THE AVERAGE COST OF ULTHERAPY®?
The average expense of having an Ultherapy procedure varies. Please call for details.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF ULTHERAPY®?
After the procedure has been concluded, you will not feel any residual pain, and it is carried out without wasting time. However, you may feel some redness or mild swelling which could last for three hours after the treatment; you can be assured of a smooth working day as it will not tamper with your schedule.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF ULTHERAPY®?
You may notice that your skin has taken a slightly firmer and tighter shape immediately after the treatment, but the development of new collagen takes place gradually after two to three months of the operation. It is a procedure that requires patience as you will be repaid with the fantastic and risk-free outcomes of the Ultherapy treatment which offers you a lifted, toned, and tightened skin around the jawline, brow, and the eyes.
RECOMMENDED COURSE FOR BEST RESULTS?
You may require one session of Ultherapy treatment for the best outcome based on the laxity of your skin. On the other hand, other individuals may need to have three courses of the procedure. It is essential to repeat this treatment at least once in a year to ensure you get fantastic results as your skin goes through the process of natural aging.
WHO SHOULD ADMINISTER THIS TREATMENT?
It is crucial to engage the services of a medical aesthetician under the supervision of a board certified physician.