What Is the Difference Between 100 Shots and 300 Shots of Ulthera? Let’s Also Look at Ultherapy Prime Pricing and When Lifting Effects Appear

What Is the Difference Between 100 Shots and 300 Shots of Ulthera? Let’s Also Look at Ultherapy Prime Pricing and When Lifting Effects Appear

As time passes, it is natural for skin elasticity to decline, but the desire to improve it is something everyone has. Among various lifting procedures, Ulthera, often called the “representative of lifting,” continues to be loved for its powerful effects. In particular, with the recent introduction of Ultherapy Prime, an upgraded version of the existing device, more precise and faster procedures have become possible.

So today, we would like to talk about Ulthera lifting, which many people are curious about, and explain a lifting guide that leaves no room for failure by combining Eight’s professional procedural features.

1. The Standard for Next-Generation Lifting: What Is ‘Ultherapy Prime’?

Ultherapy Prime, which carries on the reputation of the original Ulthera, is not just a minor update, but a next-generation device with both hardware and software improved.

• 20% faster treatment speed: With the existing Ulthera, there was a waiting time between shots, so the procedure took somewhat longer. Prime, however, has significantly faster delivery speed, reducing the boredom and pain sensitivity patients may feel. This is why busy office workers can get a “quick lifting” treatment during lunch and return to work.

• Advanced image system: The resolution of the real-time ultrasound monitoring screen, one of Ulthera’s signature features, has improved dramatically. The fat layer, muscle layer, and dangerous nerve lines can be distinguished more clearly, helping prevent hollow cheek side effects in advance.

• Consistent energy output: Energy is delivered evenly from the first shot to the last, helping thermal coagulation points form smoothly and without irregularity beneath the skin. This improves the symmetry and completeness of lifting results.

2. What Is the Difference Between Ulthera 100 Shots and 300 Shots? How Many Shots Do I Need?

Because Ulthera works by delivering ultrasound energy into the deep SMAS (fascia) layer of the skin to create coagulation points, the difference between 100 shots and 300 shots can be seen in terms of energy density and treatment area. These differences in Ulthera lifting vary depending on the treatment area and purpose.

• Ulthera lifting 100 shots (point treatment): Intended to improve elasticity in a specific localized area. It is suitable for beginners who want focused care for just one area, such as under-eye wrinkles, lip lines, or the double-chin line.

• Ulthera lifting 300 shots (standard full face): The most common shot count for improving the elasticity of the entire face. It is recommended when you want to generally improve sagging cheeks, nasolabial folds, and a weakened jawline, and it is a benchmark where you can clearly see the before-and-after difference in a slimmer facial line.

• Ulthera lifting 600 shots or more: When the skin is thicker or sagging is severe, it provides a strong tightening effect by covering the entire face and even the neck line in detail.

3. Ultherapy Prime Pricing and Cost Comparison Guide

The average price of Ultherapy Prime is formed within the following ranges. (Detailed costs may vary depending on the treatment scope, area, and appropriate number of shots.)

Procedure	Average Ulthera Lifting Cost Range	Features
Ulthera 100-shot price	About 500,000 KRW ~ 1,000,000 KRW	Point treatment, cost-effective entry option
Ulthera 300-shot price	About 1,500,000 KRW ~ 2,000,000 KRW	Standard full face, most preferred
Ulthera 600-shot price	About 2,000,000 KRW ~ 3,000,000 KRW	Strong tightening, includes neck line

• Eight’s transparency: Eight Plastic Surgery/Dermatology uses genuine tips and original devices as a rule. After the procedure, a certificate of authenticity is issued to provide trust. You can also verify it on the official MERZ website for genuine Ulthera products, and regular authenticity inspections are carried out, so you can proceed with confidence.

4. Eight Plastic Surgery/Dermatology’s ‘Custom Prime Lifting’

Among the many dermatology clinics in Gangnam, Eight stands out because it aims for personalized design treatments rather than one-size-fits-all procedures.

• Real-time monitoring design: Through Prime’s high-resolution screen, the patient’s skin layers are analyzed in 0.1 mm units. It concentrates energy where needed and precisely identifies areas to avoid (areas where hollow cheeks are a concern), embodying Eight’s know-how.

• Combined synergy program: If needed, it proposes solutions that combine Thermage or skin boosters to maximize the lifting effect of Ultherapy Prime.

• Premium aftercare: A regeneration care program is operated to quickly soothe temporary swelling or heat that may occur after the procedure, helping patients return to daily life sooner.

• Membership system, safety system: Eight provides safe procedures through a professional safety system and an anesthesiology pain medicine specialist on site, and through its membership system it also helps provide more detailed and precise customized procedures.

5. When Lifting Effects from Ultherapy Prime Appear and Tips for Managing Swelling

Ulthera lifting, such as Ultherapy Prime, is a procedure whose effects become visible over time.

• When effects appear: Tightening can be felt immediately after the procedure, but the real effects gradually begin to appear about two weeks later as collagen regenerates, and they peak at around three months.

• Swelling management after Ultherapy Prime: For about three days after the procedure, it is best to wash your face with lukewarm water to help maintain warmth within the skin. Excessive drinking or saunas can worsen swelling, so avoid them for one week.

• Duration of results: With Eight’s precise shot distribution, the effects generally last about 6 months to 1 year.

💡 In closing

Considering a reasonable price is important, but more important is deciding on the correct procedure direction that matches your facial structure and receiving customized treatment based on professional know-how. At Eight, where private individual rooms, custom design, and post-procedure care services are provided, we guide you through a more precise consultation and diagnosis process to find the lifting procedure direction that suits you best and carry it out. If you are unsure, please review the website, make a reservation, and have a thorough discussion with the director to establish the lifting plan that is truly right for you.

This post was written in compliance with Article 56, Paragraph 1 of the Medical Service Act. Since all procedures may cause side effects such as inflammation, swelling, and hollow cheeks depending on the individual, please be sure to consult with a medical professional in full before proceeding.