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Ultherapy® Overview
First came fillers in the
Eighties, then lasers, then Botox—all still useful in their
own way. And there’s always been surgery. Now there’s
Ultherapy®—a face and neck treatment that creates a brand new
category in aesthetics—non-invasive tissue lifting.
For the first time ever,
Ultherapy® enables practitioners to direct sound waves not
only into the skin but deep under the skin to the same tissue
addressed in surgery. This gently heats the tissue to lift and
tighten loose skin without cutting or disrupting the surface
of the skin. Besides the visible effects of lifting and
tightening, there is also an invisible result from Ultherapy®
with the creation of new collagen, which helps the skin
maintain its youthfulness.
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The Ulthera® System
is an engineering achievement that has
adapted time-honored medical ultrasound to address unmet
needs in the aesthetic arena. With the system,
physicians will have not just a new device, but a new
category of cosmetic procedure with which to counter the
affects of aging on the skin - Ultherapy®.
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Ultherapy lifts, tightens, and tones
loose skin to counteract the effects of time and gravity. One
of the first effects of gravity is that the brows descend, and
the eyes start to appear smaller. Ultherapy will lift the
brow, which in turn reduces the excess skin on the lids, opens
up the eyes and gives a more refreshed appearance.
The beauty of Ultherapy is that it is
a 30 to 60 minute procedure that uses the body’s
own subtle healing response to gently, gradually—and
reliably—restore memory to the skin and its underlying tissue.
Ultherapy requires no special recuperation or preparation and
typically only takes one treatment to get a meaningful
response. Patients enjoy some initial effect immediately
following the procedure, but the ultimate lifting will take
place over 2-3 months, as tired collagen is rejuvenated and
supplemented with new, stronger collagen.
There isn't a replacement for the dramatic effects of surgery,
but Ultherapy offers a ‘no downtime’ approach to improving lax
skin in a meaningful way.
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Clinical Results |
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What Patients Are Saying
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| "There was
some pain during the treatment, but it was worth the
results I continue to see each day!" |
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| "Looking at
my Before and After pictures I was stunned- there was
major change!" |
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| "There was
no down time and the results are very natural…Nobody
knows I had anything done. They just know I look
better." |
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| "There’s no
more ‘hooding’, and it really opened up my eyes. I can
now wear eye shadow." |
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| "After the
Ultherapy treatment, my skin looked firmer…it felt
tighter. The sagging I had noticed before was
eliminated." |
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| "I like
that the result is gradual over a 90-day period so it’s
not obvious to others; I just begin to look more
rested." |
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| "There is a
continual progression in looking better…this is just
amazing to me!" |
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| "3-4 weeks
after treatment, I started receiving comments like ‘you
look great’ and ‘what have you been doing?" |
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| "I like
looking better…without looking ‘done" |
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Q.
How does the Ultherapy procedure work?
A.
As with other ultrasound procedures, a smooth applicator placed upon
your skin projects an image onto a screen that allows your practitioner to
plan where the energy will be sent. This same applicator is then used to
deliver low levels of focused heat at 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.
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Q.
How is this procedure different than other cosmetic procedures?
A.
Ultherapy is the only nonsurgical skin rejuvenation procedure that
can specifically target and strengthen the deep foundational layer of
tissue that doctors address in surgery. The ability to treat not just the
skin but its underlying support, from the inside out, helps to ensure both
safe and satisfying results, with no downtime.
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Q.
What 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, and
practitioners will discuss options for making the experience as pleasant
as possible. Patients typically leave comfortable and excited about the
benefits to come.
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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 days to weeks following the procedure, but these are mild and
temporary in nature. There is the possibility of other less common
post-procedural effects, such as temporary small areas of bruising or
numbness, which your physician will review with you.
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Is Ultherapy safe?
A.
Ultrasound energy has a proven track record, with use in the field
of medicine for over 50 years and clinical trials have demonstrated the
safety of this latest application.
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What kind of results can I expect?
A.
TWith just one treatment, the regenerative process is initiated, but
the full effect will build gradually over the course of two to three
months. Some patients may benefit from more than one treatment.
Visible effects include a lifting and toning of loose skin. In the FDA
clinical trial for instance, nine out of ten patients had a noticeable,
significant lift of the brow line. This resulted in reduced skin laxity on
the eyelid and a more open, youthful look to the eyes overall. Patients
reported firmer, better-fitting skin in other areas of the face and neck
as well. There is also an invisible result from the procedure with the
creation of new collagen, which can help to slow down the rate of skin
aging.
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Who is a good candidate for Ultherapy?
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A good candidate for Ultherapy is someone with skin that has
“relaxed” to the point of looking, and often feeling, less firm. A lowered
brow line or sagging skin on the eyelids, for instance, is often the first
sign of “maturing” skin.
While it does not duplicate the results of surgery, Ultherapy has proven
to be an inviting alternative for those who are not ready for surgery.
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