Lifts down to the SMAS layer without surgery
MFU-V energy reaches the SMAS layer, the same layer surgeons use in facelift procedures, supporting deeper tissue lifting without an incision.
Ulthera Prime Deep Skin Lifting at Privato Clinic Bangkok
Skin lifting with Ulthera Prime microfocused ultrasound with visualization to help doctors plan deeper skin-layer treatment precisely.
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90% of people receiving treatment felt their skin laxity was reduced after Ulthera Prime
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80% of people receiving treatment were satisfied with the lifting result from Ulthera Prime
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4.5mm depth where the MFU-V transducer can deliver energy down to the SMAS layer
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1-2years possible duration of Ulthera Prime results after a single treatment
What is Ulthera Prime?
Ulthera Prime is a non-surgical skin lifting device from the Merz Ulthera/Ultherapy platform. It uses Micro-Focused Ultrasound with Visualization (MFU-V) to deliver focused ultrasound as tiny heat points into selected skin layers, stimulating new collagen production and tissue remodeling for a lifted appearance without surgery.
A key feature of Ulthera Prime is Visualization mode, which shows high-resolution ultrasound images of the skin layers before energy is delivered. This helps the doctor see the real structures beneath the skin, plan the depth and position of energy points more precisely, and avoid important structures such as bone or major blood vessels.
Ulthera Prime transducers are designed for three depths: 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm. These cover the dermis, fat layer, and SMAS layer, which is the layer surgeons use in facelift surgery. This allows the brow, lower face, under-chin area, neck, and decollete to be treated in one session. New collagen gradually forms over 2 to 3 months, and results may last around 12 months in some cases.
How does Ulthera Prime work?
Ulthera Prime uses micro-focused ultrasound to pass through the upper skin and concentrate as tiny heat points at preset depths. This triggers repair and new collagen production in the target layer while the upper skin remains intact.
- MFU-V delivers focused ultrasound as thermal coagulation points at selected depths without damaging the upper skin.
- Visualization mode shows high-resolution ultrasound images of the skin layers before treatment, helping the doctor see real structures and plan energy more precisely.
- Three transducer depths are available: 1.5 mm for the dermis, 3.0 mm for the middle layer, and 4.5 mm for the SMAS layer. The doctor chooses based on the area and each person's skin thickness.
- The heat points stimulate new collagen production and elastin fiber remodeling continuously over 2 to 3 months after treatment.
What makes Ulthera Prime different is the combination of Visualization with MFU. The doctor can view the skin layers in real time before delivering energy, choose the right transducer for each area, and place energy points accurately in the target layer. The treatment is completed in one session, while new collagen continues to remodel over the following months.
Who is suitable for Ulthera Prime?
Ulthera Prime may suit you if you
- Have mild to moderate laxity around the brow, cheeks, under-chin area, or neck
- Want non-surgical skin lifting without long downtime
- Want to stimulate collagen in deeper layers down to the SMAS layer without needles or fillers
- Accept that results gradually develop over 2 to 3 months after treatment
- Want a treatment plan managed by medical professionals rather than a general walk-in service
Ulthera Prime may not suit you if you
- Expect a surgical facelift-level result from one session
- Have severe laxity where surgery may be more appropriate
- Have open wounds, infection, inflamed acne, or irritated skin in the treatment area
- Have implanted metal, implanted electronic devices, or permanent filler in the treatment area
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have medical conditions that should be assessed by a doctor first
What are the benefits of Ulthera Prime?
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Visualization mode shows skin layers before treatment
The doctor sees real-time ultrasound images of the skin layers before energy delivery, helping plan the depth, position, and energy according to each person's underlying structure.
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Three transducer depths
The 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm transducers cover the dermis through the SMAS layer and are selected for areas such as the brow, under chin, neck, or decollete.
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Single session with little downtime
It is generally a single-session procedure. Most people can return to daily life, with mild redness or tightness that gradually improves within a few days.
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Gradual, natural-looking results
New collagen forms over 2 to 3 months, so the skin gradually looks firmer and lifted without an abrupt change to facial structure.
What results can you expect after Ulthera Prime?
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Brows and forehead look lifted
Energy delivered at the right layer may help lift the brow position and upper eyelids so the eye area looks more open and refreshed, especially in mild to moderate laxity.
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Jawline and under-chin area look more defined
Stimulating the SMAS layer around the lower face may help the jawline look clearer and the under-chin area look firmer, although it is not a weight-loss treatment.
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Neck and decollete skin look smoother
The neck and decollete may look smoother and firmer. Horizontal lines and mild laxity may soften as new collagen forms.
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Skin feels firmer and more elastic
Collagen and elastin fiber remodeling may make the skin feel firmer to the touch and appear bouncier overall.
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The face looks fresher and more rested overall
Clients often report that the face looks fresher and more rested. Clearer results usually appear around 2 to 3 months after treatment and may last around 12 months in some cases.
When will Ulthera Prime results appear?
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Immediately after treatment
Some people may notice slight initial tightness from the tissue response, but this is not the final result. Temporary redness, mild swelling, numbness, or soreness in the treated area may occur. -
4 to 8 weeks
New collagen begins to form. Some people may feel firmer skin, and the jawline or under-chin area may start to look slightly more defined, while changes remain gradual. -
2 to 3 months
This is often when results are most noticeable. The brow, cheeks, jawline, and neck may look clearly more lifted as collagen reorganizes in the deeper layers. -
Up to 12 months
Research and manufacturer information indicate that results may last around 12 months in some cases. Duration varies by age, skin condition, lifestyle, and aftercare.
How should you prepare before and after Ulthera Prime?
Before treatment
Preparation steps
- Tell the doctor about your health history, medical conditions, current medicines, blood thinners, supplements that affect bleeding, drug allergies, or any history of flare-ups during consultation.
- Tell the clinic if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have implanted electronic devices, metal or permanent filler near the treatment area, or recent procedures such as facial surgery, resurfacing, or isotretinoin use.
- If you have wounds, rashes, infected inflammatory acne, or severe irritation in the treatment area, tell the clinic first because treatment may need to be postponed.
- On the treatment day, arrive with clean skin and no makeup, lotion, or jewelry in the treatment area so the transducer can contact the skin and create clear ultrasound images.
After treatment
Aftercare steps
- Most people can return to work or daily activities on the same day. Ulthera Prime is generally communicated as a low-downtime procedure for most clients.
- Temporary reactions may include redness, mild swelling, tightness, soreness, or numbness along the treated lines, which usually improve within a few days to two weeks.
- Care for the skin gently, avoid strong heat, sauna, and intense sun exposure in the early period, apply sunscreen consistently, and follow the clinic's specific instructions.
- Contact the clinic immediately if you have severe pain, unusual burning, blistering, widespread bruising, or skin changes beyond what was expected.
Treatment journey
- Consult with the doctor. The doctor assesses your skin condition, concerns, and recommends the number of lines suited to each person.
- Cleanse the skin. Staff cleanse the face to prepare the skin before the procedure.
- Apply numbing cream for about 40 minutes to 1 hour to help reduce discomfort during treatment.
- Begin Ulthera Prime. The doctor uses Ulthera Prime to deliver ultrasound energy to the SMAS skin layer to stimulate collagen production and lift the skin. Treatment usually takes about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- After treatment, staff cleanse the face, and you can continue daily activities without downtime.
- Aftercare: apply moisturizer and sunscreen consistently and avoid strong heat, such as sauna, during the early period.
- Follow-up: the clinic usually schedules a check about 1 to 3 months after Ulthera, when results begin to become clearer. The doctor assesses the lifting result and skin response. If you have questions or unusual symptoms, contact the clinic at any time; the medical team will continue care to help you get the best possible result.
How much does Ulthera Prime cost?
The starting price is THB 18,000. The actual Ulthera Prime price depends on the treatment area, number of ultrasound shots used, treatment-plan complexity, and the clinic's current promotions.
Factors that affect Ulthera Prime pricing
- Treatment area, such as the brow, lower face, under-chin area, neck, or decollete
- Total number of ultrasound shots used in the treatment plan
- Use of multiple transducer depths, 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm, in one session
- Single-area treatment compared with a multi-area plan, such as adding the neck or decollete
- Doctor consultation, assessment, and follow-up policy
- Current clinic promotions or packages
Because treatment plans differ by area and number of shots, Privato Clinic confirms the Ulthera Prime price after clinical assessment so you see the plan that truly suits you, not an average price that may not match your case.