Ultherapy Prime
OWN LIFTING
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Summary of Ultherapy Lifting Procedure
A premium ultrasound lifting approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which deeply delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound energy to the SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system) layer without surgery, stimulating new collagen growth and enhancing the skin's natural regenerative power to lift sagging and loose skin with elasticity. It is the signature lifting laser of OWN Clinic Songdo, customized to individual face shapes after a 1:1 consultation with the practitioner.
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Features of Ultherapy Lifting Procedure
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The procedure uses equipment approved by both the KFDA and the US FDA, proving its safety.
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It corrects both collagen fiber reduction due to aging and weakening of the SMAS layer.
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Customized procedures are possible depending on individual skin thickness and structure through ultrasound imaging technology.
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The lifting effects gradually increase after the procedure and can last up to 1 year.
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It promotes collagen regeneration, elastic fiber regeneration, and gradual improvement of dermal elasticity.
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After a collagen regeneration period of about 2–3 months, maximum effects can be observed approximately 90 days post-procedure.
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This lifting technique allows for immediate return to daily life post-procedure, providing natural and effective results.
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Principles of Ultherapy Lifting Procedure
Through Ultherapy's patented real-time ultrasound imaging technology (DeepSee™), the depth and structure of the patient's skin can be visually confirmed. High-intensity ultrasound energy is intensively delivered to the fascia layer beneath the skin without damaging the skin surface, coagulating and contracting tissues. As the coagulated areas regenerate, the skin tightens, stimulating the growth of new collagen, leading to long-term collagen synthesis and reorganization, achieving a natural youthful lifting effect.
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Recommended Candidates for Ultherapy Lifting
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Those concerned about deep cheek fat (bulldog cheeks)
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Those concerned about a thick double chin and sagging jawline
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Those who fear lifting procedures due to pain
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Those concerned about not only deep wrinkles but also fine wrinkles
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Those who want V-line improvement and wrinkle/elasticity enhancement at the same time
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Those who wish to improve their impression due to drooping corners of the mouth
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Those who want a lifting procedure without surgery or recovery time
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Ultherapy Lifting Procedure Time
Procedure Time
30–90 minutes
Procedure Interval
6–12 months
Recovery Time
Same day
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Ultherapy Lifting Procedure Steps
Step 1
Consultation
Step 2
Application of Numbing Cream
Step 3
Ultherapy Procedure
Step 4
Completion
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Ultherapy Lifting Procedure Areas
Forehead, Around/Under Eyes, Cheeks, Deep Cheek Fat, Nasolabial Folds, Double Chin/Jawline, Neck
Songdo Dermatology · OWN Clinic Songdo
Ultherapy Lifting Precautions
- It is recommended to consume antioxidants such as Vitamin C after the procedure.
- Avoid peeling procedures and scrub products for a week after the procedure.
- Light cleansing and makeup are possible after the procedure, and the use of low-irritation cleansers is recommended.
- If persistent stinging or blistering occurs after the procedure, please consult the clinic.
- To prevent pigmentation, apply moisturizer and sunscreen thoroughly after the procedure.
- Avoid alcohol consumption, smoking, sauna/steam rooms, hot baths, and intense exercise for 7 days after the procedure.
- It is recommended to wash your face with lukewarm water for 3 days after the procedure to maintain the ultrasonic heat effectively.
- Mild swelling, bruising, redness, or temporary skin sensitivity may occur, depending on the individual.
- Rarely, white stripe symptoms (whitening lines) may occur. If this symptom appears, please consult the clinic.
FAQ
Both procedures are non-surgical anti-aging treatments, but they differ in the target area and working principle.
Ultherapy mainly targets the SMAS layer and uses ultrasound to achieve lifting effects.
Thermage FLX works on the dermis layer, emitting precise radiofrequency for skin tightening and wrinkle improvement.
Both procedures can be performed simultaneously, offering excellent anti-aging effects when combined.
Ultherapy and Shurink have the same procedural principle.
Ultherapy is FDA-approved and allows for skin layer visibility during treatment, with longer-lasting effects but slightly more pain, requiring numbing cream and painkillers.
Shurink, a Korean device modeled after Ultherapy, has shorter-lasting effects, less pain, and does not require numbing cream. For those unable to visit frequently, Ultherapy is recommended, whereas Shurink is suitable for those who can visit frequently and prefer less pain.
Effects vary by individual but usually appear gradually after 3–4 weeks and last up to a year. If results are minimal after one treatment, repeated procedures every 3–6 months are recommended.
Ultherapy, Shurink Universe, Liftera, and other ultrasound lasers share fundamental principles. Ultherapy allows precise targeting of the SMAS layer based on individual skin conditions, offering stronger heat delivery, higher effectiveness, and longer-lasting results but may involve more pain compared to other devices. Other devices are more affordable for repeated procedures but may provide shorter-lasting effects.
After the procedure, welts—red, swollen areas—may appear on curved areas like the neck and jawline. These usually resolve naturally within 1–2 days or up to a week.
An average of 300 shots is recommended for Ultherapy. For Eye Ultherapy, 100 shots are recommended. Maintenance duration varies by skin condition, typically lasting 3–6 months. Regular intervals of 300 shots every 3–6 months can sustain results for over a year.