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Learn about Ulthera: What is it? Which skin types is it suitable for? Who should consider it?

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Ulthera is one of the most popular facial lifting treatments, widely regarded as the "king of lifting." Many celebrities and stars choose Ulthera as the ultimate treatment for facial lifting and contouring.

Are you looking for a great solution but unsure which treatment to choose from the many skin tightening devices available today? Let Romrawin help you! We'll take you through everything from what Ulthera is and its price, to recommending the best Ulthera clinics – the ones so popular that celebrities and influencers keep coming back for repeat treatments.

 

What is Ulthera? 

Ulthera (Ultherapy) is a facial lifting device that uses focused high-frequency sound waves to penetrate the skin. These waves reach various skin layers, including the SMAS layer, the same layer commonly targeted in surgical facelifts, with precision. Ulthera's innovative display screen allows doctors to see the skin layers in real time.

The Ulthera machine works by delivering high-frequency sound waves to the client's skin. These waves are delivered in tiny energy points, about 1 millimeter in size, resembling small dots arranged in a row. Upon reaching these points, they generate heat of 60-70°C, causing the muscles in the treated area to contract, resulting in a lifting and tightening effect.

Ulthera treatment is very popular today because it can help lift and tighten the face, addressing sagging skin or fine wrinkles without surgery, making it convenient and requiring minimal recovery time.

What is Ulthera SPT? How does it work? 

 

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The latest Ulthera machine has been developed to provide even better results, reduce pain, and minimize unwanted side effects, leading to the creation of the newest Ulthera model, Ulthera SPT.

The Ulthera SPT is the newest and most effective Ulthera model for facial lifting. Designed to minimize pain during treatment, it delivers ultrasound waves deep into the SMAS layer with precise targeting. Thanks to its real-time display screen, doctors can accurately determine the treatment plan, energy levels, number of shots, and applicator size for each specific area and skin condition.

 

Skin structure

 

The Ulthera machine comes with three different sizes of applicators, as follows:

    • 1.5 mm tip The epidermis and dermis layers help to reduce wrinkles on the upper layers of the skin.

    • 3.0 mm tip For tightening the subcutis layer (fat layer) with vertical collagen, it helps reduce skin sagging. This size Ulthera applicator is suitable for the areas around the eyes, under the eyes, and forehead, and can also treat the SMAS layer in areas with thin skin.

    • 4.5 mm tip It is used to target the SMAS layer, which contains horizontal collagen and is the same skin layer used in facelift surgery. Therefore, it can lift the cheeks, chin, and neck.

 

How does Ulthera SPT differ from the older Ulthera version?

 

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Comparing the older Ulthera model with the latest Ulthera SPT, the more efficient process is evident. Ulthera SPT utilizes techniques specifically designed for each individual case to address facial problems precisely.

 

    • S – See Visualize each patient's individual skin problems with MFU-V technology, allowing doctors to see each skin layer in detail in real time.

    • P – Plan Everyone's skin is different. A doctor must plan a personalized skin tightening treatment, analyzing the skin layers displayed on the screen and designing the appropriate energy delivery to maximize the effectiveness of each treatment line.

    • T – Treat When doctors can identify the problem and design precise, targeted energy delivery, they can avoid areas that cause pain, ensuring patient comfort during the procedure and achieving effective lifting results on every treated area.

What are the benefits of Ulthera treatment? 

 

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Romrawin will clearly explain what Ulthera helps with. The Ulthera machine works by emitting sound waves, converting them into heat that penetrates deep into the SMAS layer of the skin. This causes muscles in various areas to contract and tighten. It also features MFU-V technology, which displays the real-time condition of the skin layers to the doctor, allowing for precise targeting. Therefore, it can address a wide range of problems, including:

    • Ulthera Lifting tightens skin, defines facial contours, and lifts the face.

    • Stimulates collagen production, resulting in smoother skin.

    • Reduces wrinkles, nasolabial folds, and under-eye lines.

    • Reduce the problem of sagging skin.

    • Helps lift the eyebrows and outer corners of the eyes.

    • Helps revitalize skin from deep within the layers, making the face look younger.

Who is Ulthera suitable for? 

 

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Ulthera is a procedure focused on facial lifting and tightening, with the added benefit of stimulating collagen production in the skin, resulting in a fuller, more youthful appearance. However, it has limitations in terms of fat reduction, so it's not as effective at reducing accumulated fat as Thermage when comparing results between Ulthera and Thermage.

Therefore, Ulthera procedures are focused on patients with the following problems:

    • For individuals aged 30 and above who desire a facelift, are concerned about sagging and fine wrinkles on the face, jawline, chin, neck, and décolletage.

    • For those with sagging skin, drooping eyelids, and sagging corners of the eyes, but who don't want surgical facelift and don't have time for recovery, Ulthera treatment can effectively lift the eyebrows and eyelids without altering the facial structure.

    • For those with not much fat in their cheeks who want a slimmer face, a more defined jawline, and to reduce a double chin.

    • For those who don't have much time for self-care but want to rejuvenate their skin, making it firm, radiant, with smaller pores and a smoother texture, Ulthera treatment is ideal. It stimulates collagen production in the deep layers of the skin, and just one treatment per year can provide satisfying results.

Ulthera treatment will not effectively address the root cause of wrinkles. Read about targeted treatments at: Botox.

Which areas can Ulthera be used on? 

Although Ulthera is primarily known for facial lifting and tightening, it can actually be used on both the face and body.

The main areas where most people choose to have Ulthera treatment include:

    • Ulthera Lifting for the face makes the facial contours more defined, reduces skin sagging, and makes the skin appear fuller.

    • Ulthera treatment for the eye area, under the eyes, helps lift the eyebrows and the corners of the eyes, making the eyes appear larger, younger, and brighter.

    • Ulthera Lifting for the chin, neck, and jowls helps to tighten the skin under the chin, define the jawline, and prevent neck wrinkles.

    • Ulthera Lifting for the breasts can lift and tighten sagging skin in the décolletage area, making it firmer.

    • Ulthera Lifting for the upper arms and abdomen helps to firm the skin, reducing sagging and looseness.

Is Ulthera dangerous? Does it have any side effects?

If you receive Ulthera treatment using a genuine machine that is used in over 75% of cases worldwide, it is guaranteed to be effective and safe for skin tightening by the FDA in the USA and Europe, and is also approved by the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Therefore, you can be confident that the Ulthera device is safe and will not harm your skin. The device also has a real-time skin structure display, allowing for precise treatment without damaging surrounding tissues. However, because Ulthera converts sound waves into heat, common side effects such as facial swelling and redness may occur for 1-2 hours, and these symptoms will disappear naturally.

Conversely, if you undergo Ulthera treatment at an unreliable clinic using a counterfeit machine, it can certainly lead to serious side effects such as burns, blistering, inflammation, or uneven facial lifting.

 

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Advantages and limitations of Ulthera treatment. 

While Ulthera treatment certainly offers many advantages, the machine itself may also have some limitations. However, if you undergo the procedure with an experienced and skilled physician, they will design a treatment plan tailored to your specific case to minimize these limitations and achieve the best possible results.

Advantages of Ulthera treatment 

    • precise Using ultrasound energy, it penetrates deep into the SMAS layer of the skin (the same layer targeted in surgical facelifts), providing precise and targeted results thanks to its real-time display screen.

    • convenient No complicated preparation required. The procedure is simple, no surgery is necessary, and no recovery time is needed.

    • Skin lifting Suitable for those with sagging facial skin, wrinkles, and those who want to lift and firm their skin, reshape their face for a more defined jawline, and achieve smoother skin.

    • The results are clear. After the treatment, the facial skin is lifted and tightened, wrinkles are reduced, and the face looks noticeably younger due to the stimulation of tissue and the creation of new collagen.

    • Safe If genuine, standard-compliant equipment is used, approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA), and the procedure is performed by an experienced physician.

    • See results immediately. You'll see results from the very first use, and gradually more noticeable results will appear in 1-2 months. 

    • The results last a long time. Up to 1 year is sufficient; it doesn't need to be done multiple times a year.

Limitations of Ulthera treatment. 

    • pain Because the level of pain during the procedure varies from person to person, you may feel a dull, aching pain in the area where the high-temperature energy is directed, as it penetrates deep into the SMAS layer. However, a local anesthetic is usually applied to the treatment area beforehand, which helps to alleviate the pain considerably.

    • The price is quite high. Due to the machine's efficiency, the results are clearly visible and long-lasting, requiring only 1-2 treatments per year. Compared to other procedures, the procedure is straightforward, requiring minimal pre-treatment preparation and no recovery time; patients can resume their normal lives immediately.

What should you know before getting Ulthera treatment?

No complicated preparation is needed for Ulthera treatment, as it is a non-surgical procedure. Patients can consult with the doctor and provide information about any underlying medical conditions, surgical history, or previous facial procedures.

This allows the doctor to assess whether the patient is suitable for Ulthera treatment, plan the facial contouring, and determine the appropriate number of treatments.

Ulthera procedure steps

Before undergoing Ulthera treatment.

After consulting with a doctor to assess the problem and plan the facial contouring procedure, skin preparation will be done before the procedure. A staff member will clean the face and apply a numbing cream, which will be left on for approximately 45-60 minutes.

After that, the doctor will begin the procedure, using the Ulthera machine to stimulate the planned areas to tighten the skin in problem areas, according to the energy level and number of shots required. The procedure takes approximately 45-60 minutes, depending on the area being treated.

How to take care of yourself after Ulthera treatment. 

After Ulthera treatment is complete, you may experience slight swelling and redness due to the heat under the skin from the application of high-frequency sound waves. These symptoms will disappear on their own, and you don't need to do anything complicated; you can resume your normal life. However, there are a few precautions you should follow to maximize the results of Ulthera, such as...

    •  Avoid sunlight or heat for 4-5 days after the procedure.

    •  Before going out into the sun or outdoors, always apply sunscreen.

    •  Follow your doctor's instructions strictly.

How does Ulthera differ from Thermage and Hifu?

How does Ulthera differ from Thermage and Hifu?

Hifu, Thermage, or Ulthera: Which is better? As we know, there are many different types of medical procedures and tools available today. However, it's impossible to say which is the best; they are all essentially the same. Each procedure has its own advantages and limitations. The key is to choose the one that best suits your specific needs and problems.

How does Ulthera differ from Thermage?

Although Thermage and Ulthera are both skin-tightening devices, they operate differently, resulting in different outcomes. Thermage uses high-frequency radio waves to penetrate the skin, but not to the SMAS layer. Therefore, it excels at fat reduction and collagen stimulation, and is not as effective at skin tightening as Ulthera.

How does Ulthera differ from Hifu?

Ulthera and Hifu can be considered siblings because both use high-frequency sound waves to penetrate the SMAS layer, resulting in effective skin tightening. However, they differ in that while Hifu can penetrate the SMAS layer, it only reaches 0.5-1 millimeter and lacks a real-time skin condition display, making the energy delivery less precise compared to Ulthera, which has a display and penetrates 3-4 centimeters into the SMAS layer.

Ulthera is not suitable for whom? 

Ulthera treatment may not be suitable for individuals with certain health conditions, as the energy waves may cause side effects, leading to illness or complications. It is recommended to consult a doctor about these health issues before undergoing the procedure, such as:

    • Pregnant or breastfeeding women

    • For individuals over 70 years of age, the results after treatment may not be as noticeable as with a surgical facelift.

    • Patients currently experiencing acne, dermatitis, or having open wounds or infected skin should postpone their appointment until their skin health returns to normal.

    • People with certain underlying medical conditions, such as autoimmune diseases, neurological disorders, diabetes, heart disease, circulatory disorders, and thyroid disorders.

    • People who have metal or electronic devices implanted in their bodies, such as pacemakers.

    • Those who have recently undergone any medical procedure or cosmetic enhancement within the past month, such as facial laser treatment. Laser hair removal Before getting filler or Botox injections, you should consult a doctor to determine if a waiting period is necessary.

Why might Ulthera treatment not be effective? 

Ulthera treatment may not be effective for several reasons, including the problem being treated being unsuitable for Ulthera. For example, if the goal is to reduce facial fat, a fat injection procedure or Thermage treatment might be recommended instead, as these methods may yield better results.

Alternatively, encountering an inexperienced doctor could result in an inappropriate treatment plan, leading to suboptimal outcomes. In the worst-case scenario, using a counterfeit or substandard Ulthera machine not only results in ineffective treatment but also carries the risk of dangerous side effects.

Where is a good place to get Ulthera treatment?

 

Where is a good place to get Ulthera treatment?

If you're wondering where to get Ulthera treatment, Romrawin Clinic is a beauty clinic that consistently ranks among the best Ulthera clinics in polls, from 2021 to the present.

But that's not all; Romrawin Clinic has also received awards for three consecutive years, ranking among the top clinics in Thailand for Ulthera skin tightening services.

Romrawin Clinic is a leader in beauty innovation, continuously developing and seeking new technologies to create skincare methods under the expertise of specialized doctors, while maintaining honesty and integrity towards its patients. 

To date, Romrawin Clinic has been consistently recognized for three consecutive years as one of Thailand's top providers of Ulthera skin tightening services. It has also received numerous other prestigious awards, built on over 18 years of client trust. To better reach more clients, Romrawin Clinic has expanded to 24 branches across Thailand.

Review of Ulthera treatment at Romrawin.

FAQ 

1. Approximately how many Ulthera shots are needed for the entire face?

The number of Ulthera shots needed for a full-face treatment will be determined by the doctor based on each patient's individual needs and skin condition, as each patient will have different concerns. However, to achieve noticeable lifting and tightening results across the entire face, a starting point is usually 300 lines.

2. Is Ulthera treatment painful?

Is Ulthera treatment painful? It depends on each patient's sensitivity. However, typically, the doctor will apply a numbing cream before treatment to help alleviate any discomfort. Therefore, you will only feel a slight dull ache in the area where the waves are being applied.

3. How long does it take to see results after Ulthera SPT treatment?

Results from Ulthera treatment can be seen immediately after the procedure, approximately 20-30%, and will become more noticeable over 1-3 months. However, results may vary from person to person depending on skin condition, age, lifestyle, and post-treatment self-care.

4. How long do the effects of one Ulthera SPT lifting treatment last?

Typically, one Ulthera SPT treatment can last at least 1-2 years, depending on post-treatment care and the severity of the problem, determining how often repeat Ulthera treatments are needed.

5. How can I identify an authentic ULTHERA SPT machine?

When choosing Ulthera SPT treatment to achieve the most effective results, there are several points you should consider, such as:

    • Check the list of clinics offering genuine Ulthera treatments on the website www.merzclubthailand.com, where Merz Aesthetics Thailand is the authorized importer of Ulthera machines into Thailand.

    • Upon entering, you will see a certificate and a plaque certifying that it is a genuine Ulthera machine.

    • The machine will have the Ulthera logo on it.

    • When activated, the Ulthera logo will appear on the display.

6. How many days does the swelling last after Ulthera treatment? 

After Ulthera treatment, facial swelling is common due to heat buildup under the skin. This swelling will gradually subside within 2-3 hours and completely disappear within 2-3 days.

7. Can Ulthera be combined with other procedures?

Ulthera treatment can be combined with other procedures because each procedure targets different areas. For example, Thermage and Ulthera can be done together to achieve both fat reduction and facial lifting. However, it is recommended to consult with a doctor beforehand regarding the appropriate intervals between treatments.

Ulthera promotional price at Romrawin Clinic. 

Ulthera face lifting at Romrawin Clinic offers various pricing options depending on the area chosen for treatment. Ulthera prices are categorized by area, and there are also special promotional prices for Romrawin customers, as follows: 

    • Ulthera facial treatment (350 shots) is priced at 39,000 baht on promotion. A special online offer includes 300 shots for 28,500 baht.

    • Ulthera face + under chin, 450 shots, promotional price 49,000 baht.

    • Ulthera treatment for face, under chin, and neck (550 shots) - Promotional price: 59,000 THB.

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