Energy-based lifting
Ultherapy Prime
Lifting from the inside, with focused ultrasound.
Ultherapy Prime is the current-generation, FDA-cleared ultrasound platform for lifting and tightening the brow, jawline and neck — reaching the same deep tissue layer a surgeon addresses, without a single incision.
Book a consultation- Duration
- 45–90 minutes
- Downtime
- None — return to work the same day
- Anaesthetic
- Topical, optional
- Results
- Progressive over 2–3 months, lasting 12–18 months
What it is
Ultherapy uses micro-focused ultrasound to deposit precise thermal energy at set depths beneath the skin — including the SMAS, the same connective layer tightened during a surgical facelift. That energy prompts the body to contract existing collagen and produce new collagen over the following months. The 'Prime' platform adds real-time ultrasound imaging, so the doctor sees exactly where the energy is placed rather than treating blind.
What it treats
- A heavy or lowering brow, and hooding of the upper eyelid
- Softening definition along the jawline and early jowls
- Laxity under the chin and on the neck
- Crêpey texture on the décolletage
- Overall loss of firmness in patients not ready for surgery
The procedure
- 01
Consultation & mapping
A doctor assesses your skin laxity and facial structure, and maps the precise zones and depths to be treated.
- 02
Preparation
The skin is cleansed and ultrasound gel applied. A topical numbing cream is available on request for comfort.
- 03
Imaging & delivery
Using real-time imaging, the doctor delivers focused ultrasound line by line. You may feel brief warmth as collagen-stimulating energy is deposited.
- 04
Aftercare
There is no dressing and no recovery period. You leave able to wear makeup and return immediately to your day.
Downtime & sensation
Ultherapy Prime requires no downtime. Some patients notice mild redness, slight swelling or tenderness to touch for a few hours to a couple of days, all of which settle on their own. Because there are no needles and no incisions, you can return to work, exercise and social plans the same day.
Device & origin
We use a genuine Ultherapy Prime system from Merz Aesthetics, with current-generation transducers and real-time DeepSEE imaging. Ultherapy is FDA-cleared for lifting of the brow, submental area and neck, and for improving lines on the décolletage — the only ultrasound platform with that breadth of clearance.
- Manufacturer
- Merz Aesthetics (Germany)
- Modality
- Micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation
- Clearance
- US FDA-cleared for lift & line improvement
- Imaging
- Real-time DeepSEE visualisation
Questions, answered
- Does it hurt?
- Sensation varies by area and depth. Most patients describe brief moments of heat as energy is delivered, which pass immediately. Topical numbing is available, and the doctor can adjust settings for comfort.
- When will I see results?
- Some lift is visible early, but the meaningful change builds as new collagen forms — typically over two to three months. Results generally last twelve to eighteen months, and many patients return annually.
- How is it different from Thermage?
- Ultherapy uses ultrasound to lift deeper structural layers; Thermage uses radiofrequency to tighten the skin's surface layers. They address different things and are often complementary. The doctor will advise which — or both — suits your goals.
- Who is it not for?
- Ultherapy is not a substitute for a facelift in advanced laxity, and is not suitable during pregnancy or over active skin infections or certain implants in the area. A consultation determines suitability.
- How many sessions do I need?
- Most patients have a single session per area, with maintenance once a year. Your plan is decided individually after assessment.
Considering Ultherapy Prime?
Begin with a consultation. A doctor will assess whether ultrasound lifting is right for your skin — and tell you honestly if it isn't.
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