Ultherapy Prime

Overview

Ultherapy Prime is an advanced non-surgical lifting treatment that uses micro-focused ultrasound (MFU) energy to precisely target the superficial musculoaponeurotic system — the SMAS layer — the same foundational tissue that surgeons lift during a facelift procedure. By delivering energy at exactly the right depth, Ultherapy Prime triggers a natural wound-healing response that produces new collagen and elastin, progressively lifting and tightening the skin from within.

What distinguishes Ultherapy Prime from standard Ultherapy is its higher energy density. More energy delivered per session means more robust collagen stimulation, faster visible improvement, and longer-lasting results. This is not simply more of the same — it is a meaningfully more effective protocol for patients seeking optimal outcomes from a single treatment cycle.

Because the energy is focused so precisely at the SMAS layer, the overlying skin remains unaffected and there is no surface damage. Treatment typically takes 60–90 minutes for a full face and neck protocol, and results continue to develop and improve for up to 6 months post-treatment.

Key Benefits

• Targets the SMAS layer — identical to surgical facelift anatomy
• Higher energy density than standard Ultherapy for superior results
• Progressive improvement — optimal results visible at 6 months
• Results last 12–18 months with proper skincare maintenance
• No incisions, no anesthesia, no downtime
• Ultrasound imaging guides precise energy delivery
• Suitable for face, neck, brow, and décolletage

What to Expect

During your session, your provider will apply ultrasound gel and pass the Ultherapy handpiece across the treatment area. You will feel brief pulses of warmth or mild discomfort as energy is deposited — this is a sign the treatment is working. Most patients describe it as manageable, and we can apply a topical numbing cream before treatment if desired.

After treatment, you may notice mild redness or slight tenderness that resolves within a day. There is no meaningful downtime, and many patients schedule treatments on Fridays to be refreshed by Monday.

Results Timeline

• Immediately after: mild firmness and subtle lifting in some areas
• 1–2 months: early collagen remodeling begins, subtle improvement
• 3–4 months: noticeable skin tightening and lift becoming visible
• 6 months: optimal results — peak lift, firmness, and contour improvement
• 12–18 months: results gradually diminish; annual touch-up recommended

Treatment Areas

Mid to Lower Face

• Lower Face & Jawline: Sculpts the jawline, lifts sagging jowls, and improves contour definition.
• Submentum (Under the Chin): Tightens loose skin and addresses the "double chin" area.
• Full Neck: Firms loose, crepey neck tissue and smooths horizontal neck bands.

Common Post-Treatment Symptoms

These reactions are normal and typically temporary:

• Mild redness and slight swelling (typically resolves within a few hours)
• Deep tenderness or soreness along the jawline and bone structures
• Temporary mild numbness or tingling sensation

Aftercare

• Apply strict daily sun protection (SPF 30+)
• Use a gentle skin care routine and intense hydration
• Avoid washing the face with cold water immediately after treatment