What Is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is a non-surgical lifting and skin-tightening treatment that uses microfocused ultrasound energy to target selected tissue depths beneath the skin.

The treatment stimulates the body's natural collagen-remodeling response, helping gradually improve skin firmness, facial contours, and mild-to-moderate skin laxity without surgical incisions.

What Can Ultherapy Treat?

Ultherapy may be considered for:

• Facial sagging
• Sagging cheeks
• Lower-face laxity
• Undefined jawline
• Early jowls
• Loose skin under the chin
• Neck laxity
• Reduced skin elasticity
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Early signs of facial aging

Treatment planning should be customized according to facial structure and the degree of laxity.

Ultherapy for Non-Surgical Face Lifting

Ultherapy delivers focused ultrasound energy beneath the skin while leaving the surface largely unaffected.

By stimulating collagen remodeling at targeted depths, Ultherapy can gradually create a firmer and more lifted-looking facial appearance without surgery.

Ultherapy for Jawline Lifting

The lower face and jawline are among the most popular Ultherapy treatment areas.

Strategically placed ultrasound energy may help improve mild sagging and support a firmer, more defined-looking jawline.

Ultherapy for Double Chin & Under-Chin Laxity

Loose tissue beneath the chin can reduce lower-face definition.

Ultherapy may help tighten lax tissue in the under-chin area. If excess fat rather than skin laxity is the primary concern, a fat-targeting treatment may be recommended alone or in combination.

Ultherapy for Neck Lifting

Age-related collagen loss can contribute to loose or crepey-looking skin around the neck.

Ultherapy may be used to target selected areas of the neck and under-chin region for gradual tightening and improved firmness.

Ultherapy vs. Shurink

Both Ultherapy and Shurink use focused ultrasound technology for non-surgical lifting, but they are different treatment platforms.

The appropriate choice depends on the degree of sagging, facial anatomy, desired treatment intensity, previous procedures, and individual treatment goals.

Ultherapy vs. Thermage or Oligio

Ultherapy uses microfocused ultrasound, while Thermage and Oligio use monopolar radiofrequency (RF) energy.

Ultrasound and RF target tissue differently, so treatment selection should be based on whether the primary concern is deeper lifting, skin firmness, overall elasticity, or a combination of concerns.

When Will I See Ultherapy Results?

Some patients may notice early tightening, but results generally develop progressively as new collagen remodeling occurs.

Improvement may continue over the following months, although the degree and duration of results vary between patients.

How Long Do Ultherapy Results Last?

The duration of results depends on age, skin condition, degree of laxity, treatment intensity, lifestyle, and the natural aging process.

Periodic maintenance treatment may be considered according to individual needs.

Is There Downtime After Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is non-surgical and typically involves minimal downtime. Temporary redness, tenderness, mild swelling, tingling, or sensitivity may occur.

Most patients can return to their normal daily activities relatively quickly.

Ultherapy for International Patients in Seoul

Located in Cheongdam, Gangnam, Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic provides Ultherapy and other non-surgical lifting treatments for international residents and visitors in Seoul.

A personalized consultation can help determine whether Ultherapy, RF lifting, or another treatment best matches the patient's facial structure, skin condition, and desired results.

Why Choose Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic for Ultherapy?

• Personalized facial assessment
• Customized ultrasound lifting treatment
• Face and jawline lifting options
• Under-chin and neck tightening
• Non-surgical collagen stimulation
• Minimal-downtime treatment
• Combination lifting options when appropriate
• Convenient Cheongdam, Gangnam location
• International patient-friendly consultation

FAQ – Ultherapy in Gangnam

Does Ultherapy really lift the face?

Ultherapy may improve mild-to-moderate skin laxity by stimulating collagen remodeling at targeted tissue depths. Results vary according to age and skin condition.

Is Ultherapy good for the jawline?

Yes. Ultherapy is commonly used around the lower face and jawline to improve firmness and definition.

Can Ultherapy help a double chin?

Ultherapy may improve loose tissue beneath the chin. If excess fat is the main concern, additional fat-targeting treatment may be more appropriate.

How long does it take to see Ultherapy results?

Results generally develop gradually as collagen remodeling occurs over the weeks and months following treatment.

How long does Ultherapy last?

Results vary between individuals and are affected by the natural aging process. Maintenance treatment may be considered when needed.

Which is better, Ultherapy or Thermage?

Neither is universally better. Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound, while Thermage uses radiofrequency energy. Treatment should be selected according to facial anatomy, skin laxity, and individual goals.

Can foreigners get Ultherapy in Gangnam?

Yes. International residents and visitors can consult Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic about Ultherapy and other non-surgical lifting treatments in Seoul.