Ultherapy
Ultherapy® is a revolution in facial rejuvenation. Ultherapy® uses ultrasound energy, commonly used in medical imaging and physical therapy to achieve skin tightening in an in-office treatment.
'A revolution in facial rejuvenation' is how Dr. Warwick Nettle has described Ultherapy® from Ulthera®.
Dr. Nettle has conducted the first clinical trial of this new technology in Australia for lifting, tightening and
toning skin without surgery.
With the trial now completed, Silkwood Medical can offer a new, proven, non-surgical solution for lax facial skin.
The Ulthera technology has just received FDA approval. This gives patients more options for creating a youthful, natural appearance. According to Dr Nettle this cutting-edge technology will make an enormous change to appearance medicine techniques. The unique combination of ultrasound imaging [allowing the practitioner to 'see' up to 8mm into the skin] and ultrasound energy, precisely delivers acoustic sound wave energy deep into the skin resulting in precise skin tightening.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ultherapy® achieve skin lifting?
When the deeper collagen support weakens, the skin is prone to gravitational forces and begins to stretch, sag and shift downward descending and deflating. The skin gradually becomes loose and lax. Ultherapy delivers energy to the deep skin tissue leading to a healing response which causes tightening and lifting.
What areas can Ultherapy® help?
The forehead - for brow droop
The cheeks - to combat flattening of the mid-cheek:
• Nasolabial folds
• "Marionette" lines on chin; downturned mouth
• Loss of jawline definition; jowls
The neck
What should I expect from the Ultherapy® procedure?
How many treatments will I need?
Ultherapy® is usually a single treatment, although treatments can be repeated if needed.
How was Ultherapy® developed?
Ulthera's technology was originally developed for tumour ablation in liver cancer patients in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson. As an unexpected side effect a tissue tightening effect was noticed. Treatments require no preparation, are generally well tolerated and require little or no recovery time.
Learn More About Ultherapy®
Ultherapy® is an effective treatment offered at our Sydney practice to correct skin laxity. Please contact our skilled cosmetic plastic surgeons to learn more about Ultherapy®.
Ultherapy® is a revolution in facial rejuvenation. Ultherapy® uses ultrasound energy, commonly used in medical imaging and physical therapy to achieve skin tightening in an in-office treatment.
'A revolution in facial rejuvenation' is how Dr. Warwick Nettle has described Ultherapy® from Ulthera®.
Dr. Nettle has conducted the first clinical trial of this new technology in Australia for lifting, tightening and
toning skin without surgery.
With the trial now completed, Silkwood Medical can offer a new, proven, non-surgical solution for lax facial skin.
The Ulthera technology has just received FDA approval. This gives patients more options for creating a youthful, natural appearance. According to Dr Nettle this cutting-edge technology will make an enormous change to appearance medicine techniques. The unique combination of ultrasound imaging [allowing the practitioner to 'see' up to 8mm into the skin] and ultrasound energy, precisely delivers acoustic sound wave energy deep into the skin resulting in precise skin tightening.
Recovery from Ultherapy®
Ultherapy® uses sound waves to safely firm, tighten and actually lift skin tissue without disturbing the surface of the skin. For this reason there is little or no downtime with this treatment.
Ultherapy® uses sound waves to safely firm, tighten and actually lift skin tissue without disturbing the surface of the skin. For this reason there is little or no downtime with this treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ultherapy® achieve skin lifting?
When the deeper collagen support weakens, the skin is prone to gravitational forces and begins to stretch, sag and shift downward descending and deflating. The skin gradually becomes loose and lax. Ultherapy delivers energy to the deep skin tissue leading to a healing response which causes tightening and lifting.
What areas can Ultherapy® help?
The forehead - for brow droop
The cheeks - to combat flattening of the mid-cheek:
• Nasolabial folds
• "Marionette" lines on chin; downturned mouth
• Loss of jawline definition; jowls
The neck
What should I expect from the Ultherapy® procedure?
| Immediately | First month | Second to third months |
| May experience slight tightening firmer feel | May experience slight tightening firmer feel smoother texture | May experience reduced sagging "openness" around eye sleeker jaw line improved contour under chin |
How many treatments will I need?
Ultherapy® is usually a single treatment, although treatments can be repeated if needed.
How was Ultherapy® developed?
Ulthera's technology was originally developed for tumour ablation in liver cancer patients in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson. As an unexpected side effect a tissue tightening effect was noticed. Treatments require no preparation, are generally well tolerated and require little or no recovery time.
Learn More About Ultherapy®
Ultherapy® is an effective treatment offered at our Sydney practice to correct skin laxity. Please contact our skilled cosmetic plastic surgeons to learn more about Ultherapy®.