Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime: How Is It Different from the Existing Ulthera?

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime

How is it different from the existing Ulthera?

"Ulthera is said to be somewhat painful,

and it can also cause hollow cheeks...

How is 'Ulthera Prime' different?"

If you are interested in lifting, you have probably considered Ulthera at least once.

While many people know about Ulthera's lifting effects, some hesitate because of the lingering concerns of 'severe pain' and 'hollow cheeks (fat atrophy).'

With the newly upgraded version called 'Ulthera Prime,' many have been curious about how it differs from the existing one.

Today, for those considering Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime, we will explain how it differs from the existing Ulthera and what to consider before deciding on the procedure.

Table of Contents

• How is it different from the existing Ulthera?

• Are there any side effects?

• A subtle difference that enhances lifting results

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime

How is it different from the existing Ulthera?

Ulthera Prime is a lifting device that delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) energy deep into the skin to induce a natural restoration of firmness.

It does not simply tighten the skin surface; rather, it directly targets the dermis and deep fascia (SMAS) layer, which are the root causes of a sagging jawline and jowls.

The specific lifting process is as follows.

• Formation of thermal coagulation points (TCP): Energy at the optimal temperature for collagen regeneration is precisely delivered to create tiny 'thermal coagulation points' within the skin.

• Induction of a temporary inflammatory response: A temporary healthy inflammatory response occurs in the area where thermal coagulation points have formed.

• Skin remodeling and collagen regeneration: As this inflammatory response heals naturally, the production of collagen and elastin is stimulated, resulting in a remodeling effect that makes the skin feel firmer from within over time.

Also, many people worry because of the rumor that "Ulthera is really painful."

Pain is also a physical stimulus felt when thermal energy is delivered, but as the procedure time becomes longer, the patient's fatigue increases and the pain threshold can drop, making it feel even more intense.

Ulthera Prime addressed the issue of perceived pain by improving procedure speed.

• More than 20% faster speed

The response speed of the device's internal processor and handpiece has been dramatically improved.

Even when performing the same number of shots, the overall procedure time is greatly reduced, significantly shortening the total time the patient must endure the pain.

• Micro energy control technology

Energy is precisely controlled, reducing unnecessary heat spread or stimulation even in curved areas or sensitive areas close to bone, thereby lowering the perceived level of pain.

Ulthera vs. Ulthera Prime summary

Category	Existing Ulthera	Ulthera Prime (NEW)
Ultrasound visualization depth	Up to 4.5–5 mm observation	Clear observation up to 8 mm
Monitor screen	Standard resolution	35% larger screen / 2x wider ultrasound field
Image quality improvement technology	Snow Effect occurs	Equipped with noise reduction technology for exceptional clarity
Treatment processing speed	Baseline speed	Driving speed improved by more than 20% (shorter pain duration)

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime

Are there any side effects?

One of the commonly mentioned Ulthera side effects is the 'hollow cheek (cheek indentation)' phenomenon.

This occurs when the thickness of the skin is not accurately recognized during the procedure, causing thermal energy to be mistakenly delivered to the fat layer that needs to preserve volume rather than to the SMAS layer that requires firmness.

In other words, it happens because of an error caused by shooting without seeing clearly or while seeing only vaguely.

Ulthera Prime has dramatically upgraded its patented real-time ultrasound imaging technology, DeepSEE™, significantly reducing this concern.

• Removal of screen noise (Snow Effect): The noise in ultrasound images that used to look cluttered is cleanly removed, making the internal structure of the skin in the area being treated appear as clearly as if it were right in front of your eyes.

• Scanning depth up to 8 mm: The observation depth, which used to stop at around 4.5 mm, has been expanded to 8 mm, allowing the thickness of each person's fat layer and the boundary of the bone to be identified.

Thanks to this, medical staff can now perform precise treatment that "avoids the fat layer that should be preserved and accurately delivers energy only to the firm target layer that needs to be tightened."

Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime

A subtle difference that enhances lifting results

If the skin is too thin, you may worry about getting burned or having the skin become looser during lifting; on the other hand, if the skin is too thick, you may worry that there will be no effect.

Ulthera Prime can be used on a wide range of skin types by freely combining three dedicated tips: 1.5 mm (around the eyes/surface layer of the skin), 3.0 mm (dermis/improvement of sagging), and 4.5 mm (SMAS layer/strong lifting).

• Thin skin: By targeting the 1.5 mm and 3.0 mm tips more shallowly and densely, the loosened skin surface is gently and firmly tightened.

• Thick male skin: Using the 4.5 mm tip and the upgraded 8 mm visualization function, energy can reach the SMAS layer hidden beneath the thick fat layer.

To maximize this effect, please remember that before treatment, it is essential to go through a process of quantifying with scientific data not only the thickness of the skin that is not visible from the outside, but also the speed of skin aging, through a precise skin diagnostic device such as MarkVue.

Today, for those considering Yeongdeungpo Ulthera Prime, we explained what differs from the existing version and what to consider when deciding on treatment.

As mentioned, Ulthera Prime is a more advanced device that precisely targets in real time.

However, no matter how high the resolution becomes or how good the device is, analyzing the sharpened ultrasound screen in real time and customizing the location and intensity of each shot every second ultimately depends on the medical staff's high level of skill and analytical ability.

Please make sure to carefully consider whether the clinic can thoroughly measure your skin data and design a customized plan for you before making a careful decision.

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