Ulthera, also referred to as Ultherapy, is the first FDA-approved technique that uses ultrasound technology to stimulate, heat, and lift the face. Using the same type of ultrasound used for pregnant women and for general diagnostic procedures, a cosmetic or dermatologist applies the device to the face and delivers the high-frequency sound waves into the deep layers of skin and muscle tissue. The energy from the ultrasound activates the production of new collagen, resulting in the appearance of a tighter, lifted and firmer skin.
The ultrasound technology used with Ultherapy allows the practitioner to see the targeted area on a nearby screen, enabling the treatment to be as precise and effective as possible. Ulthera can be used to lift eyebrows or tighten sagging jowls or turkey neck. Patients undergoing Ultherapy may see some improvement immediately, but the full results will not be realized until a few months later as the body continues to create collagen. The newly created collagen not only has immediate and short-term visual effects, but reportedly slows the underlying aging process as well.
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Ulthera recently received a glowing review from famed TV doctor, Dr. Mehmet Oz. Calling it groundbreaking and "revolutionary", Dr. Oz sang its praises as the renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Haideh Hirmand described Ultherapy as the first non-invasive cosmetic procedure she was "really excited about." To back up his enthusiastic review, Dr. Oz featured a demonstration of the procedure while the cameras were rolling. The patient reported feeling nothing at all during the procedure, and although her results were not immediately apparent, Dr. Hirmand assured her that she would see dramatic results within four months.
Some patients report looking up to ten years younger after just one Ulthera treatment. In addition, the FDA clinical trial reported that nine out of ten patients described obvious improvement after receiving Ultherapy around the brow area. Experts in the field of cosmetic surgery and dermatology say that the results of Ulthera treatments last at least a year, sometimes more, depending on the individual patient. If after that time, patients feel that they need a booster treatment, the area can be safely treated again.
Ulthera does not include the use of needles or surgical tools, making it completely non-invasive. The procedure, which is administered in a doctor's office, does not require anesthesia, and the entire process takes about an hour or less. Some patients report mild discomfort during the procedure and some slight redness or soreness afterwards. Some less common side effects include swelling, tingling, and tenderness around the treated area. There is no recuperation time associated with the procedure; patients can go about their normal everyday activities immediately after leaving the doctor's office.
The procedure can cost anywhere from 00 to 00 per treatment, and the price varies according to which area(s) of the face are treated. The results of Ulthera, although impressive to many patients and cosmetic surgeons, are not as dramatic or long-lasting as surgery. However, it is a much less expensive and less risky alternative to going under the knife. Most experts agree that if you are mildly dissatisfied with your appearance, Ulthera can help you; however, if the sagging is severe, or you have serious concerns about the appearance of your face, surgery may be a better option for you.
Ulthera - The Ultrasound Facelift