One of the inevitable side effects of the aging process is skin laxity. As your body produces less collagen, you may start to notice wrinkles and loose, sagging skin. But not everyone is ready for a surgical facelift with weeks of recovery or frequent injectable treatments with short-lived results. With Ultherapy®, you can tighten your skin without incisions or downtime, just long-lasting results.
What is Ultherapy®?
Ultherapy® is a popular non-invasive cosmetic treatment that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tighten the skin. It’s an excellent option for those looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, restoring a more youthful, refreshed look.
At Laser Skin Care Center, we use Ultherapy® to rejuvenate the face, neck, and chest. Ultherapy® offers longer-lasting results than many non-surgical rejuvenation treatments, making it an effective alternative to surgery.
How Does Ultherapy® Skin Tightening Work?
Ultherapy® helps to stimulate collagen production, which can help to lift and tighten the skin over time. Collagen is an essential protein that gives your skin structure, keeping it elastic and firm. As we age, our body produces less collagen, leading to sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles. Sun damage also breaks down collagen fibers, increasing these problems.
Ultherapy® works by delivering focused ultrasound energy to the deep layers of the skin, heating the tissues to stimulate the body’s healing response. This naturally boosts your skin’s collagen production process.
What are Ultherapy® Treatments Like?
Before your Ultherapy® treatment, your provider will apply a topical numbing cream to minimize any discomfort. It may take some time for this to take effect before the procedure can begin. Your provider will then move the handheld device over your treatment area to deliver the ultrasound energy. Depending on the size of your treatment area, this process may take 30-90 minutes.
Am I a Good Candidate for Ultherapy®?
Ultherapy® is a great option for those looking to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles and rejuvenate their appearance with firmer, more youthful skin. It’s also a great option for those who want to avoid invasive surgical procedures. If you have mild to moderate skin laxity and are in generally good health, you may be a good candidate for Ultherapy®.
Benefits of Ultherapy®
One of the biggest benefits of Ultherapy® is that it’s a non-invasive procedure that requires no downtime. Unlike surgical procedures, which can require weeks of recovery time, Ultherapy® allows you to return to your daily routine immediately. Additionally, the results of Ultherapy® can last up to two years, which is longer than many other non-invasive procedures.
Ultherapy® is also a great option for those looking to avoid injections or other treatments requiring regular maintenance. With Ultherapy®, you can achieve long-lasting results without the need for ongoing treatments.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about Ultherapy®, please fill out the form on this page or call (562) 997-1144. Laser Skin Care Center proudly serves the Long Beach, CA, area and offers various cosmetic dermatology services.
*Individual results may vary.
