Q: Am I a good candidate for Ultherapy Prime?
A: Patients who notice sagging of the skin (brows, cheeks, jawline, jowling, double chin) with mild to moderate wrinkles are great candidates for Ultherapy Prime.
Q: Does Ultherapy Prime cause fat loss?
A: Ultherapy Prime is FDA approved for skin lifting and targets the SMAS and deep dermis, not the fat pads.
Q: Can Ultherapy Prime replace a facelift?
A: Although Ultherapy prime is a great nonsurgical option providing natural lifting of the face, it does not replace surgery. For patients who have severe skin laxity while being a good surgical candidate, a facelift may be better suited.
Q: When will I see results?
A: Some patients are able to see some degree of lift initially after the treatment is done; however, the best results will appear slowly over 2-3 months as the collagen forms, with continued improvements up to 6 months to 1 year.
Q: Does it hurt?
A: Ultherapy Prime has improved technology which refines the energy delivery to make it less irritating for patients. Visualization of the tissues as well as a more ergonomic handpiece allow for practitioners to treat patients more precisely.
Q: What are the side effects?
A: Temporary redness, swelling, or mild tenderness are common and usually resolve within hours to a few days.
Q: How long does the procedure take?
A: This depends on the area being treated as well as comfortability for each patient. Generally about 60 minutes.
Q: How many treatments will I need?
A: This depends on the amount of skin laxity. 1-2 sessions a year is generally recommended.
Q: Is there downtime?
A: There is no significant downtime. Patients can return to work and daily activities immediately.