Skin laxity around the brows, lower face, and neck is one of the most common concerns people seek to treat when they visit their Capital Laser & Skin Care team. Ultherapy® is a non-surgical skin tightening treatment that restores a more youthful appearance with little to no downtime and smooth, lifted results.
What is Ultherapy®?
When people see increased skin laxity with age, the most common cause is collagen loss. As your skin loses this protein, its support structure breaks down, allowing it to sag. Ultherapy® is a noninvasive treatment that uses ultrasound energy to increase collagen production. Common areas for Ultherapy® treatment include:
- Brows
- Jawline
- Neck
- Chest
Ultherapy® is often recommended for individuals who want to address signs of aging, such as skin laxity but are not ready for or interested in a facelift. While this treatment will not produce the results of a surgical facelift, you can look naturally younger and more energized. Ultrasound energy is used safely for many types of medical scans and does not harm the skin.
How Does Ultherapy® Work?
As the Ultherapy® applicator moves over your skin, focused ultrasound energy travels harmlessly through your skin and targets the deeper layers of supportive tissue. Cells called fibroblasts respond to this energy by increasing their collagen production, adding new strength and resilience to your skin’s framework.
Treatment usually takes 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the areas being treated. With the analgesia provided, you may feel warmth and tingling but little to no discomfort. You can leave immediately afterward and resume your day.
Am I a Good Candidate for Ultherapy®?
While Ultherapy® is safe for almost anyone, people who achieve maximum results are typically between the ages of 30 and 65 with mild to moderate skin laxity and other signs of aging. Candidates should have reasonable expectations and understand that Ultherapy® is not a substitute for a surgical facelift. However, its preventative tightening effect can keep you looking younger.
Is There Any Downtime After Ultherapy®?
When you leave your Ultherapy® session, your skin will usually look red and may feel mildly sensitive or swollen for a few days. You can return to work and other activities without downtime. Your provider will give you other instructions, so follow these carefully.
What Results Will I See With Ultherapy®?
You may notice improvements within a few days of your Ultherapy® treatment as existing collagen fibers in the skin tighten. Full results will take at least three or four months to develop as your skin produces new collagen, and you may see improvements for up to six months or longer.
Once established, Ultherapy® results are long-lasting. The treated area will look tighter and rejuvenated for one to two years, with many people scheduling annual maintenance sessions so they can keep enjoying the anti-aging benefits.
Take the First Step
Interested in learning more about Ultherapy®? We would love to speak with you. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our Chevy Chase, MD office today at (301) 798-9699 to schedule your private consultation at our laser and cosmetic dermatology center, located just blocks away from Washington, D.C.
