Ultherapy Prime: What You Need to Know
Hello, I'm Dr. Lee Jong-jin, head director of Ceramik Clinic.
Those who have clicked on this article have likely already experienced Ultherapy or at least heard of its reputation.
And now, with 'Ultherapy Prime,' you're probably wondering:
"What exactly has changed?"
"Has the pain really been reduced?"
"How much more powerful is the effect?"
I understand that in the flood of information about Ultherapy Prime, the core questions you're truly curious about are missing.
The device's specifications may be impressive, but there's no clear explanation of 'how the differences from the previous model affect the results on my face' or 'realistic conditions to reduce the risk of side effects.'
In this column, I won't recommend any specific procedures or offer any rosy predictions.
Instead, I will provide information based on medical facts, so I hope those who are curious will find it helpful.
Ultherapy Prime
Many people assume that Ultherapy Prime isn't much different from the existing device due to its name.
However, from an engineering perspective of ultrasound technology, which determines the lifting effect, it represents a significant evolution.
The core operating principle is fundamentally the same as the original Ultherapy.
It uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology.
Simply put, like using a magnifying glass to focus sunlight and burn a piece of paper,
it powerfully concentrates ultrasound energy at a specific point deep within the skin without damaging the skin's surface.
This concentrated energy generates heat of 60°C to 70°C within the skin, creating tiny areas of damage called 'thermal coagulation points.'
This damage is the starting point for lifting.
At this point, the tissue contracts, resulting in immediate tightening.
Subsequently, the skin produces a large amount of new collagen to repair this damage, improving long-term elasticity.
Differences from the Original Ultherapy
I believe two main reasons people hesitate to get a lifting procedure are 'pain' and 'treatment time.'
While Ultherapy Prime has the same fundamental operating principle,
it improves these two persistent issues by enhancing the device's processing speed and energy delivery system.
Thanks to improved real-time imaging and a more precise energy delivery system,
the probability that the practitioner can deliver energy to the targeted depth and area 'without error' has increased.
The key is how uniformly these numerous thermal coagulation points are created within the skin.
By strengthening the ability to induce uniform thermal damage,
it increases the reproducibility of the procedure and reduces unnecessary side effects (e.g., the phenomenon of overlapping energy causing excessive exposure).
In other words, Ultherapy Prime should be seen as a more advanced engineering tool that helps 'maintain the results of a skilled doctor's procedure more consistently.'
Side Effects Can Occur
As I emphasized from the beginning, Ultherapy Prime is still a medical procedure, and the possibility of side effects certainly exists.
No matter how sophisticated the device has become...
The process of delivering heat energy deep into the skin to induce an artificial reaction requires careful consideration of all potential risks.
The most common side effects discussed with Ultherapy Prime include:
"Volume loss" or "contour changes" due to fat reduction
Temporary nerve damage and sensory abnormalities
Inflammatory reactions and the risk of pigmentation on the skin's surface
* Please note that the images are AI generated for illustrative purposes.
The important fact here is that a significant portion of these problems is not due to defects in the device itself,
but rather depends on 'accurate diagnosis before the procedure' and 'the skill of the medical staff during the procedure.'
No matter how clear the high-definition ultrasound imaging of the skin is, if the medical staff fails to accurately understand the patient's fat layer thickness, the condition of the SMAS layer, and the anatomical location of the nerves
and establish a treatment plan, the results will inevitably fail.
Therefore, when deciding on a procedure,
beyond verifying the use of genuine equipment and tips,
you must check how thoroughly the facial structure is analyzed and the treatment plan is established before the procedure.
To achieve safe and effective results, keep in mind that the diagnostic ability and delicate technique of the expert handling the device are more important than the device's performance, and choose your medical staff carefully.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/best_sseul/224039648884
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