Ultherapy Singapore: What Is It, How Does It Work, Cost and 3-Step Process
Natural Face-Lift from $3000
As skin ages, it gradually loses elasticity, leading to sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles. This is a natural part of the ageing process, often noticeable around the face, jawline, and neck.
Many individuals in Singapore seek non-invasive options to address these concerns. Ultherapy is one such treatment commonly used to help manage sagging skin. Ultherapy treatment in Singapore is a non-invasive US FDA-approved treatment that counteracts the effects of skin ageing.
It triggers your body’s natural collagen production to gradually tighten and lift the skin around the eyebrows, neck and chin. This treatment also improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the chest.
At Sozo Clinic, Dr Justin Boey, Medical Director, provides Ultherapy treatments focusing on precision and patient comfort. His expertise in skin treatments, including Ultherapy, ensures that each patient receives a treatment plan tailored to their unique skin concerns. Dr Boey’s understanding of facial anatomy allows him to use Ultherapy’s visualisation feature to its full potential, enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of each treatment.
What is Ultherapy?
Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy to target deep layers of the skin to stimulate the body’s natural collagen production. It is an FDA-Approved Facial, chin, neck, and chest treatment. It uses a device that allows your doctor to see underneath the top layers of skin to help them treat targeted areas at the proper depth.
Collagen is a protein that holds the skin in place. It forms a fibrous network of cells in the dermis called fibroblasts, where new cells can grow to replace and restore dead skin cells. Collagen production naturally reduces as part of the ageing process, resulting in the loose skin or what others would call, sagging of skin.
Ultherapy treatment uses ultrasonic energy to heat up tissues and muscles in the deep layers of the skin to stimulate the production of collagen. This leads to skin regeneration called neocollagenesis. It triggers the body’s natural healing process, which requires us to use our collagen to rebuild the skin’s framework. While results are seen 2 to 3 months after treatments, the new collagen cells restore your drooping skin to its original shape, making it firmer.
- Treats Collagen Loss in Deep Layers: Ultherapy targets facial ageing signs like collagen loss in the deep SMAS layer, causing saggy jowls, double chin, and droopy eyelids. This is the same layer tightened in facelift surgery.
- Non-Invasive Treatment: Ultherapy uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to boost collagen production with minimal recovery time. Sessions last 30 minutes to 2 hours, with results appearing over 2-3 months, up to 6 months post-treatment.
- Research-Backed: With over 100 research papers and over a decade of clinical use since its 2008 FDA approval, Ultherapy treatment is a trusted non-surgical skin-tightening brand with over 1,250,000 treatments worldwide.
- Standardised Protocols: We utilise the official Amplify 2 protocol for enhanced skin tightening and face lifting, ensuring a consistent treatment that has benefited many patients globally.
Who Is Ultherapy For?
Ultherapy is ideal for individuals experiencing mild to moderate skin laxity who are not yet ready for a surgical facelift. Dr Boey explains that Ultherapy is particularly suited for patients looking to lift and tighten the eyebrows, chin, and neck without surgery. For those aiming to refresh their appearance with minimal downtime, Ultherapy provides a convenient, non-invasive solution.
Additionally, Ultherapy treatment is an excellent option for those who wish to support skin ageing prevention and maintain a youthful look through non-invasive means. Besides its lifting and firming benefits, Ultherapy can also address other skin issues, such as acne scars, helping to smooth and improve skin texture. Each
Ultherapy sessions can be personalised to address specific areas of concern, making it suitable for various skin types and ages.
How Does Ultherapy Work?
Builds New Collagen
Ultherapy treatment encourages collagen production by using focused ultrasound energy to penetrate deep into the skin without causing any damage to your skin’s surface.
Collagen is a structural protein of the body that holds your skin in place. A healthy amount of collagen helps maintain your skin’s elasticity and firmness. However, as we age, collagen production gradually decreases. This causes the cheeks, jawline, neck and eyebrow area to droop and sag.
Treats the Deep Layers of Your Skin
Ultherapy delivers ultrasonic energy to the deep layers of your skin to help produce collagen at these foundational layers. The device delivers heat to the deep layers of the skin, which heats up the tissues and muscles, stimulating the production of collagen. This skin regeneration process is called neocollagenesis – wherein the body uses its own collagen to help heal and rebuild the skin’s structure. This leads to the lifting and tightening of sagging skin and the improvement of fine lines and wrinkles on the chest.
Cost of Ultherapy at Sozo Clinic
Treatment Area | Price |
|---|---|
Ultherapy – Full face + Under Chin (500 lines) | From $3000 |
Ultherapy – Full face + Neck (800 lines) | From $4000 |
Ultherapy Treatment Procedure in Sozo Clinic
When the skin sags, it is because the underlying tissues and muscles have weakened. Ultherapy provides a safe and non-invasive treatment option to stimulate collagen production naturally. Ultherapy is performed in three key steps, with each session guided by Dr Boey’s expertise and attention to detail.
Pre-Treatment Consultation
During the consultation, Dr Boey conducts a comprehensive facial analysis to examine your skin’s condition and underlying structure. He will then engage in a detailed discussion about your specific skin concerns and desired outcomes.
Additionally, the Dr Boey will assess your skin’s laxity, considering factors such as elasticity and firmness, to determine if Ultherapy treatment is the most suitable treatment for you. This thorough evaluation ensures a customised approach, which will aid in choosing the treatment to help you achieve your skin goals efficiently.
During the Treatment
Expect a generally comfortable experience with minimal discomfort during the procedure. You might feel warm as the ultrasound energy penetrates the skin, which is completely normal and indicates the treatment is working.
Sessions typically last between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the treated area’s size and specific needs. The duration ensures that the energy effectively reaches the deeper layers of the skin for optimal results.
Measures such as a topical numbing cream is available to enhance comfort, allowing for a smooth and more relaxing experience. These creams are applied before the procedure to minimise any potential discomfort, ensuring you can focus on the benefits of the treatment.
Post-Treatment Care
After Ultherapy, some temporary redness or swelling might occur. Dr Boey advises the following post-care steps to support recovery:
- Use cold packs to soothe the treated area and reduce swelling.
- Avoid excessive heat or direct sun exposure, which can exacerbate redness.
- Hydrate well to support skin recovery and flush out toxins.
- Maintain a balanced diet rich in vitamins to promote healing.
- Consider using skincare products that boost collagen production, which can even help treat acne scars.
- Refrain from intense physical activities for at least 48 hours post-treatment.
- Follow any additional post-care instructions provided by your practitioner.
Ultherapy Before and After
It’s best to consult an experienced doctor to determine the most suitable approach for achieving the desired skin lifting and tightening with ultherapy treatment.
As a medical clinic in Singapore, we cannot display the before and after results of ultherapy treatments online. However, our medical director, Dr Justin Boey, can discuss the expected outcomes during a personalised medical consultation.
Many patients experience noticeable improvements immediately following treatment. Your skin will appear firmer and more youthful, enhancing your overall complexion.
Why Choose Sozo Clinic for Ultherapy in Singapore?
Adherence to Rigorous Standards
At Sozo Clinic, our ultherapy treatments meet FDA approval standards, ensuring stringent safety and efficacy. These treatments are designed for non-invasive skin lifting and tightening, making them ideal for individuals seeking to rejuvenate their appearance without surgery.
By enhancing the skin’s natural firmness, ultherapy treatments effectively address a wide range of aesthetic needs, such as reducing sagging skin, reducing the appearance of acne scars, and improving the overall contour of facial features. They integrate smoothly with the body’s tissues, stimulating collagen production to provide natural-looking results that enhance beauty.
Comprehensive List of Treatments
Recognising that individual needs vary, Sozo Clinic offers a range of treatments beyond traditional face fillers, including skin tightening, enhancement options, and targeted treatments for clogged and enlarged pores. Dr Justin Boey advocates for fully customised treatments tailored to each individual’s needs and skin conditions. This includes specialised treatments for acne scar treatments, ensuring comprehensive care for those seeking to improve not only pore appearance but also skin texture and reduction of acne scars.
Focus on Safety and Precision
Dr Boey’s dedication to patient safety is evident in his thorough approach to treatment planning, ensuring that all Ultherapy sessions use only regulated products and devices. His expertise in facial anatomy and skin structure enables him to deliver precise, effective treatments with minimal risk, enhancing the comfort and outcomes for his patients.
