Ultherapy
As with other ultrasound procedures, a smooth applicator is placed upon your skin, the skin projects an image onto a screen that allows your practitioner to plan where the energy will be directed. This same applicator is then used to deliver low levels of focused heat to just the right depth below the skin to achieve a positive effect, all the while leaving the surface of your skin undisturbed. Your skin’s response to the energy is to stimulate the growth of new collagen. A gradual tightening and firming occurs, resulting in a natural lift of the skin over time.
Q: HOW IS THIS PROCEDURE DIFFERENT THAN OTHER COSMETIC PROCEDURES?
A:Ultherapy is the only non-surgical skin rejuvenation procedure that uses
ultrasound to see below the surface of the skin and to specifically target the deep foundational layer of tissue that doctors address in surgery. The
ability to treat not just the skin but its underlying support very precisely,
from the inside out, helps to ensure both safe and satisfying results, with no
down time.
Q: HOW DOES IT FEEL LIKE?
A: There can be some discomfort while the energy is being delivered, but it
is temporary, and a signal that the collagen-building process has been
initiated. Comfort thresholds vary from patient to patient. Patients
typically leave comfortable and excited about the benefits to come.
Q: WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTERWARDS?
A: You are able to return to your normal activities right away, and there are no special measures you need to take. Your skin may appear a bit flushed immediately after the treatment, but any redness should disappear within
a few hours. It is not uncommon to experience slight swelling for a few
days following the procedure or tingling/tenderness to the touch for a few
weeks following the procedure, but these are mild and temporary in nature.
A: There can be some discomfort while the energy is being delivered, but it
is temporary, and a signal that the collagen-building process has been
initiated. Comfort thresholds vary from patient to patient. Patients
typically leave comfortable and excited about the benefits to come.
Q: WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTERWARDS?
A: You are able to return to your normal activities right away, and there are no special measures you need to take. Your skin may appear a bit flushed immediately after the treatment, but any redness should disappear within
a few hours. It is not uncommon to experience slight swelling for a few
days following the procedure or tingling/tenderness to the touch for a few
weeks following the procedure, but these are mild and temporary in nature.
Q: IS ULTHERAPY SAFE?
A: Ultrasound energy has a proven track record, with over 50 years of use in the field of medicine, and clinical trials have demonstrated the safety.
A: Ultrasound energy has a proven track record, with over 50 years of use in the field of medicine, and clinical trials have demonstrated the safety.
Q: WHEN CAN PATIENTS EXPECT TO SEE RESULTS?
A: Immediately after treatment, most patients notice a naturally lifted and toned complexion as well as a slower rate of skin aging. Since Ultherapy stimulates the production of collagen over time, optimal results are seen three to six months following the procedure. Yearly touch-up treatments can be done to maintain these results.
Q: HOW DOES ULTHERA COMPARE WITH THERMAGE?
A:Both Ulthera and Thermage offer proprietary nonsurgical modalities to deliver skin tightening and lifting of face and neck. Thermage uses radiofrequency energy delivery system whereas Ulthera utilizes external ultrasound energy delivery technology to bring about retraction of deep tissues underneath the skin and stimulation of collagen offering consistent clinical results.
A:Both Ulthera and Thermage offer proprietary nonsurgical modalities to deliver skin tightening and lifting of face and neck. Thermage uses radiofrequency energy delivery system whereas Ulthera utilizes external ultrasound energy delivery technology to bring about retraction of deep tissues underneath the skin and stimulation of collagen offering consistent clinical results.
Q: HOW DOES ULTHERAPY COMPARE TO LASERS?
A: Lasers typically address issues in the superficial layers of the skin (e.g. fine lines, wrinkles, pigment changes). Ultherapy addresses the deep skin layer.
A: Lasers typically address issues in the superficial layers of the skin (e.g. fine lines, wrinkles, pigment changes). Ultherapy addresses the deep skin layer.