Ultherapy Prime

For two weeks prior to your treatment, avoid tanning or prolonged sun exposure as it can make your skin more sensitive.

The three days prior to your treatment, avoid all Retin-A, retinoid and exfoliating products and bleaching creams.

Arrive 30 minutes before your appointment time so we can apply numbing cream.

Your skin may appear red for a few hours after your Ultherapy PRIME treatment. You may also experience mild swelling for a few days, or slight tingling/tenderness to the touch for a few weeks.

Temporary effects that are less common are bruising or welts which resolve in hours or days, and numbness in a select area, which resolves in days to weeks.

You can wash and apply your normal, gentle products the same day. Always protect your skin with an SPF 30+ as this preserves collagen and supports results. Refrain from using retinoids and peels for about a week after your treatment, or until your skin feels back to baseline.

Avoid strenuous workouts, saunas, or hot tubs for the first 24 hours after your treatment.

When will I see results? How long do they last?
After your Ultherapy® Treatment, you may see some initial effect within the first few weeks; however the ultimate results will take place over 2-3 months. Since the procedure stimulates your own collagen production, results vary from patient to patient. You may consider coming for a follow up 1 month post-treatment to evaluate results.

Can Ultherapy® replace surgery?
Ultherapy® is a great alternative for those not ready for surgery or for patients looking to extend the effects of cosmetic surgery. Ultherapy is excellent for patients who want a significant lift to the face without the extensive downtime of cosmetic facial surgery.

How does Ultherapy® differ from laser treatments?
Ultherapy uses sound energy – tried-and-true ultrasound – which has unique properties that allow it to bypass the surface of the skin to treat depths not matched by any other non-invasive cosmetic device. Ultherapy® ultrasound stimulates collagen production in the skin’s foundation, resulting in a clinically significant lift of tissue over 2-3 months. Lasers rely on light energy, which cannot reach deeper skin layers at an optimal temperature, so laser treatments typically only treat superficial skin and are not FDA-cleared to lift skin. Since the two technologies often treat different types of skin issues, they’re actually very compatible.

How long does an Ultherapy® treatment take?
The length of the treatment will depend on the area being treated and your individual treatment plan. A face and neck procedure typically takes 60-90 minutes, while a chest treatment takes approximately 30 minutes.

Will I need to take time off?
There is little to no downtime. After your procedure, you can resume your regular activities immediately, without having to follow any special post-treatment measures.

What does the Ultherapy® treatment feel like?
Comfort levels vary from person to person, but the sensation only lasts while the ultrasound energy is being delivered. We will offer to prescribe oral pain medicine that may be taken prior to the treatment; additionally, we will apply a topical anesthetic. Because we are dedicated to your comfort, Pro Nox Medical Nitrous Oxide is now available to alleviate any discomfort or anxiety that may occur.

How many Ultherapy® treatments will I need?
Most patients only need one treatment. However, based on the degree of skin laxity, the biological response to ultrasound energy and the individual’s collagen-building process, some patients benefit from additional treatments. Because skin continues to age, future touch-up treatments can help patients keep pace with the body’s natural aging process.

Video: How the Ultherapy Treatment Works