Ultherapy in NYC
Skin Tightening and Lifting Without Surgery
Ultherapy at The Dermatology and Laser Group in Manhattan
Dr. Arash Akhavan and the expert team at The Dermatology and Laser Group were among the first in New York City to offer Ultherapy. With unparalleled experience, we deliver the safest and most effective treatments using the advanced Ultherapy technology. Our team has successfully treated thousands of discerning professionals, celebrities, and other individuals who trust us to help them maintain their appearance and confidence.
Experience the ultimate skin rejuvenation with Ultherapy in NYC - the cutting-edge treatment for lifting and tightening without surgery.
PROCEDURE TYPE
Non-invasive device procedure.
PAIN LEVEL
Local anesthesia, cooling, and vibration used.
HOW PERFORMED
Non-invasive device using ultrasound.
INDICATIONS
Lift, tightening, and smoothing.
RESULTS DURATION
Long lasting: 1 year+
RECOVERY TIME
No downtime.
FDA-Cleared Non-Invasive Lift
Ultherapy is the only FDA-cleared non-invasive procedure that has approval to lift skin on various parts of the face. It lifts and tightens the skin on the neck, under the chin, and on the brow, as well as improves lines and wrinkles on the décolletage and lower to mid-face.Natural Results | No Downtime
Ultherapy is a patient favorite because of its ability to deliver natural-looking results. By stimulating your body's own collagen production over the course of 6 months, it gradually enhances your appearance, ensuring that the results look effortlessly natural—never strange or overdone. Despite its powerful and effective technology, it requires no downtime, allowing you to return to your daily activities immediately after treatment.Safe and Effective
Ultherapy is safe and effective when performed at The Dermatology and Laser Group. The procedure is performed by a powerful device that can potentially cause complications when completed in spa type settings where an appropriate physician is not present. At The Dermatology and Laser Group all procedures are directly supervised or performed by a board-certified dermatologist.
Ultherapy Treatment Areas
There are many FDA-cleared indications for Ultherapy on the face, neck, and decolétté. Additionally we use Ultherapy off-label to tighten skin throughout the body. Areas we use this procedure include:
- Brow Area: lifting of eyebrows
- Eye Area, Upper Lip, and Cheeks: improvement of lines and wrinkles and tightening of skin
- Double-Chin Area: tightening and lifting of the skin under the chin area (submental area)
- Neck: lifting, tightening, and improving lines and wrinkles of the neck
- Décolleté: improvement of lines and wrinkles of the décolletage
- Body Areas: we also use it to tighten skin on the abdomen and thighs, especially above the knees
What is Ultherapy?
Ultherapy is an FDA-cleared non-invasive treatment that uses ultrasound technology to lift and tighten below the surface of the skin, providing natural-looking results without the need for surgery. The procedure is ideal for individuals seeking a more youthful appearance without the downtime and risks associated with traditional cosmetic surgery.
Ultherapy also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face, neck, and body.
The Science Behind Ultrasound Skin Tightening
Ultherapy works by targeting specific depths of skin tissue, stimulating collagen production, and providing a natural lift, making it a non-surgical alternative to a traditional facelift and neck lift. Unlike laser treatments that use light energy to target superficial skin layers, it uses sound energy to penetrate deeper into the skin tissue, achieving more comprehensive and effective results.
This innovative approach allows for significant skin rejuvenation without the need for invasive procedures like a surgical facelift.
How Does Ultherapy Work?
To fully appreciate Ultherapy, it's essential to understand its innovative approach. This procedure harnesses ultrasound technology to reach precise depths within the skin, stimulating collagen production for a natural lift.
Targeting the Right Skin Depth
The key to Ultherapy’s effectiveness lies in its precision. With the innovative handpiece we are able to see the depth of skin that we are targeting. We are able to precisely deliver the ultrasound energy to enhance collagen production in both the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layer and the dermis. The SMAS is a layer of collagen located just beneath the skin and is responsible for the face's overall contour and firmness. Targeting the SMAS produces a lifting and tightening effect, and targeting the dermis improves skin texture, fine lines, and wrinkles. By targeting specific skin layers, it ensures that the ultrasound energy is delivered exactly where it's needed, resulting in a more comprehensive and effective treatment compared to other options.
Stimulating Collagen Production
Ultherapy stimulates your body’s natural collagen production by delivering focused ultrasound energy to heat and produce healthy inflammation in the skin. Collagen is then produced in three stages:
- Inflammation (immediately following treatment): Starting from treatment time to 70 days post treatment, white blood cells called macrophages come to the treated areas and release proteins called growth factors. These growth factors stimulate proliferation of new cells such as fibroblasts that promote repair and remodeling of tissue.
- Proliferation (within hours after treatment): Starting the night of the treatment, fibroblasts will synthesize new collagen (mostly type III collagen) and other proteins to rebuild the collagen matrix (the scaffold upon which new tissue growth occurs).
- Maturation (3 weeks to 1 year after treatment): In the last step of neocollagenesis, type III collagen is gradually replaced by type I collagen, which forms strong crosslinks and provides structure and support to your skin.
Achieving a Natural Lift, Skin Tightening, and Smoother Texture
The production of collagen in deeper layers leads to a lifting and tightening effect of the skin. More superficial collagen production in the dermis helps improve fine lines and wrinkles.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Ultherapy?
Ultherapy is best suited for individuals who have mild to moderate skin laxity and are seeking a non-surgical option for lifting and tightening the skin. You may be a good candidate if you:
- Notice sagging or loss of firmness along the brow, jawline, neck, or under the chin
- Have lines or wrinkles on the décolletage (upper chest), or other areas with mild laxity
- Are in your 30s or older and want to address early signs of aging, or are younger and interested in prevention
- Prefer gradual, natural-looking results without surgery or downtime
- Are in generally good health and have realistic expectations about what a non-invasive treatment can achieve
Ultherapy is popular with both men and women, and can be considered by anyone who wants to refresh their appearance without the risks or recovery time associated with surgical procedures.
Who Should Avoid Ultherapy?
Ultherapy is not recommended for individuals with severe skin laxity or significant sagging that would be better addressed with surgery. It is also not suitable for those with certain medical conditions, open wounds or infections in the treatment area, or unrealistic expectations about the results. If you have a history of keloid scarring, certain neurological conditions, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, Ultherapy may not be appropriate.
A personal consultation with our board-certified dermatologist is essential to determine if Ultherapy is the right choice for your skin type, goals, and medical history. We will thoroughly assess your candidacy and recommend the best treatment plan for you.
Expertise of The Dermatology and Laser Group in New York City
Why Choosing the Right Ultherapy Provider Matters
Selecting the right provider for your Ultherapy treatment is crucial for both your safety and your results. Ultherapy is a powerful, FDA-cleared technology that requires precise technique and a deep understanding of facial anatomy. When performed by an experienced, board-certified dermatologist, you can be confident that the treatment will be tailored to your unique needs and delivered with the highest standards of care.
At The Dermatology and Laser Group, all Ultherapy procedures are performed or directly supervised by Dr. Arash Akhavan, a board-certified dermatologist with years of specialized experience in non-surgical skin lifting. Dr. Akhavan was among the first physicians in New York City to offer Ultherapy and has successfully treated thousands of patients, including professionals and celebrities who trust his expertise. Our clinic is committed to ongoing training and utilizes the most advanced techniques and technology to ensure optimal safety, comfort, and results.
Choosing a provider with extensive experience and medical credentials is essential, as improper technique or lack of supervision in non-medical settings can increase the risk of complications and compromise your results. Our state-of-the-art facility follows rigorous safety protocols and is designed to provide a comfortable, professional environment for every patient.
Trust your skin to experts who prioritize your well-being and aesthetic goals—choose The Dermatology and Laser Group for your Ultherapy treatment in NYC.
Safe and Effective Treatments
Ultherapy is the only non-invasive device that is FDA-cleared to produce a non-surgical lift of multiple areas of the face and neck. It achieves these results through use of powerful and precise ultrasound based technology. Because of the great power in the device, incorrect usage can lead to serious complications. Ultherapy should therefore always be performed under the direct supervision of a board-certified dermatologist. At The Dermatology and Laser Group, all procedures at our clinic are performed under the direct supervision of Arash Akhavan, MD.
Managing Discomfort after Ultherapy
The most common complaint about the Ultherapy procedure is discomfort. The compassionate staff at our clinic considers your comfort during treatments one of our main priorities. We make Ultherapy more comfortable with use of things such as deeper penetrating prescription strength numbing creams, vibration devices, Zimmer coolers, and even Pro-Nox analgesic gas.
Ultherapy Before and After Images
Benefits of Ultherapy
Ultherapy uses ultrasound technology to produce collagen at precise depths of skin. This lifts the skin on various areas of the face and neck, tightens the skin, and smooths fine lines and wrinkles.
Other benefits of Ultherapy include:
- There is no downtime with Ultherapy making the procedure perfect for busy professionals.
- Patients benefit from long lasting results with Ultherapy, with improvements lasting 1-2 years.
- There is no sun sensitivity with Ultherapy, making it the perfect procedure year round.
- Ultherapy can be combined with other procedures for additive benefits.
Potential Adverse Events of Ultherapy
Ultherapy is generally well-tolerated, but like any cosmetic procedure, it can have potential side effects. Most commonly, patients may experience temporary redness, swelling, or tenderness in the treated area. Some individuals may also notice slight bruising or a tingling sensation, which usually resolves within a few days. In rare cases, numbness or more prolonged discomfort can occur, but these effects are typically mild and temporary.
In order to decrease the risk of adverse events it is best to have your Ultherapy procedure performed at a center where the procedure is directly supervised by a board-certified dermatologist specializing in the procedure.
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Ultherapy Frequently Asked Questions
Ultherapy remains one of the best, non-invasive treatment for stimulating deeper skin layers and providing lasting lifting and tightening results for the face, neck, and body. It has been proven safe and effective in numerous studies. It is the best option for our patients who want to achieve a powerful effect with just one treatment.
For patients who want a quicker onset of results and a more comfortable treatment, Emface is a newer device that lifts the brow, cheeks, and under chin area with great results and high patient satisfaction.
The Ultherapy price at The Dermatology and Laser Group is typically between $750 to $5000 per session depending on the area being treated.
Ultherapy is a very popular procedure for New York City’s professionals, celebrities, and other patients who want impressive lifting results, but can’t afford any downtime.
Ultherapy treats deeper layers of skin leading to significant tightening and a lift. It is best paired with procedures that treat other layers of skin to compliment the improvements. For example, laser resurfacing treatments, medical microneedling, and TempSure radiofrequency treatments can generate collagen and elastin in more superficial skin.
Botox injections are often paired with Ultherapy to smooth dynamic wrinkles on the forehead, between the eyebrows and around the eyes.
Ultherapy is a very powerful device that uses ultrasound energy to produce heat at precise depths of skin. The profound heat produced by the Ultherapy device leads to significant production of collagen leading to a lifting effect. In contrast, radiofrequency procedures such as TempSure produce gentler heat leading to a lower level of collagen production, while also helping to generate elastin.
The advantage of Ultherapy is the relatively greater amount of collagen production, enough that Ultherapy can even non-surgically lift the skin. The advantage of the TempSure procedure is that it can be used all over the face, neck, and body, due to its gentler heating. It also produces elastin, in addition to collagen, as gentler heating is necessary to produce elastin protein.
Ultherapy and Sofwave are both non-invasive treatments that use ultrasound technology to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin. There are however, some key differences between the devices.
Ultherapy treats at multiple precise depths, including the SMAS layer, producing a real lifting effect that lasts longer. Sofwave primarily treats more superficially. Ultheraoy is the more powerful and efficacious device.
Ultherapy also has the advantage of using ultrasound imaging, allowing us to treat specific layers effectively.
