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Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots?

트로이성형외과의원 · 트로이성형외과 · July 25, 2025

Hello, I am Lim Young-soo, the chief director of Troy Plastic Surgery Clinic. Among those who are highly interested in lifting procedures, the ones that are most often considered a...

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Original post date: July 25, 2025

Translated at: April 20, 2026 at 3:40 PM

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Hello, I am Lim Young-soo, the chief director of Troy Plastic Surgery Clinic.

Among those who are highly interested in lifting procedures, the ones that are most often considered are definitely Ulthera and Thermage.

One of the questions that many people considering lifting in Mokdong ask most often is, “Which is more effective, 300 Ulthera shots or 300 Thermage shots?”

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 1 Thermage device image

In fact, when performed with the same number of shots, the effects of Ulthera and Thermage are completely different.

If you understand the principles, characteristics, and effects of these two procedures accurately, you can make a smarter choice.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 2 Ulthera device image

In this post, as a specialist in skin aesthetics, I will explain the effects of 300 Ulthera shots and 300 Thermage shots from a clear and realistic perspective.

  1. Ulthera and Thermage use the same number of shots, but their principles are different

  2. How effective are 300 Ulthera shots?

  3. How effective are 300 Thermage shots?

  4. Ulthera vs. Thermage 300 shots: recommended methods by skin condition

  5. Important precautions you must know when receiving Ulthera and Thermage

  6. Duration and care methods for Ulthera and Thermage

  7. 300 Ulthera shots vs. 300 Thermage shots: which is more suitable for me?

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 3 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

  1. Ulthera and Thermage use the same number of shots, but their principles are different

Although the two lifting procedures may look similar on the surface, the location and method by which they act on the skin are very different.

ItemUltheraThermage
Energy usedUltrasound (HIFU)Radiofrequency (RF)
Main target layerSMAS layer (fascia layer, deep skin layer)Dermis (surface skin layer)
Main effectsLifting sagging skin, improving contoursSkin elasticity, fine lines, improving skin texture

Ulthera uses ultrasound to strongly pull the SMAS layer, the deep fascia layer beneath the skin.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 4 Skin image for understanding

On the other hand, Thermage delivers thermal energy to the dermis beneath the skin surface to promote collagen production and improve skin elasticity.

  1. How effective are 300 Ulthera shots?

Ulthera works by intensively delivering ultrasound to the SMAS layer at a depth of 4.5 mm beneath the skin surface, strongly lifting the skin.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 5 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

300 shots of Ulthera are generally a basic number of shots that is sufficient for treating the entire face, mainly the cheeks and jawline.

Who is 300-shot Ulthera recommended for?

  1. When sagging of the cheeks or jawline has begun to become noticeable

  2. When skin elasticity has decreased and the facial contour is not well defined

  3. For those with mild to moderate skin sagging

Expected effects after 300 Ulthera shots

  1. A smoother, more defined jawline

  2. Improvement in cheek sagging and better facial contouring

  3. Lifting of the deeper skin layers with effects lasting more than one year

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 6 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

However, if the skin is very thin or sagging is not severe, Ulthera may actually be an excessive procedure, so caution is needed.

  1. How effective are 300 Thermage shots?

Thermage is a procedure that uses radiofrequency (RF) to deliver energy to the dermis beneath the skin surface, promoting collagen production and increasing skin elasticity.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 7 Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 8 Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 9 Principle of Thermage

300 shots of Thermage are usually a basic number of shots that can be expected to improve skin elasticity and fine lines in a limited area of the face, such as the cheeks, forehead, or eye area.

Who is 300-shot Thermage recommended for?

  1. When skin elasticity has started to decline and fine lines appear

  2. When pores are enlarged and skin texture has become rough

  3. For those who want to improve skin elasticity and texture without significant sagging

Expected effects after 300 Thermage shots

  1. Improved skin elasticity, making the skin feel more hydrated and firm

  2. Reduced pore size and improved skin texture

  3. Fine line improvement and refined skin texture, with effects lasting about 6 months to 1 year

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 10 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

However, it is important to remember that if skin sagging has progressed significantly, Thermage alone may not provide sufficient lifting effect.

  1. Ulthera vs. Thermage 300 shots: recommended methods by skin condition

Because each procedure has different purposes and effects, you should choose based on your own skin condition.

=> If you are concerned about sagging and facial contours, 300 Ulthera shots

=> If you are concerned about skin texture, pores, and fine lines, 300 Thermage shots

If you are concerned about sagging, fine lines, and skin elasticity all at once, it is also possible to combine the two procedures.

However, in that case, an accurate diagnosis by a specialist becomes even more important.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 11 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

  1. Important precautions you must know when receiving Ulthera and Thermage

For both procedures, you should receive treatment from medical staff with expertise and extensive experience in order to achieve proper results.

• Be sure to confirm that genuine devices and tips are being used.

• Decide on treatment only after an accurate skin diagnosis and consultation.

• Carefully follow post-procedure skin care, such as sun protection and adequate moisturizing.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 12 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

In particular, because Ulthera delivers energy deep into the skin, accurate settings based on skin thickness and degree of sagging, as well as experience, are essential.

  1. Duration and care methods for Ulthera and Thermage

=> With Ulthera, the lifting effect begins to appear in earnest about 2 to 3 months after treatment and lasts for about one year or more.

=> With Thermage, you may feel an immediate improvement in skin elasticity, and the effects last about 6 months to 1 year.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 13 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

For both procedures, how long the results are maintained and how long they last can vary greatly depending on post-treatment care, so consistent care such as sun protection and skin moisturizing is necessary.

  1. 300 Ulthera shots vs. 300 Thermage shots: which is more suitable for me?
Skin concernRecommended procedureExpected effect
Cheek sagging, blurred contours300 Ulthera shotsImprovement in sagging and contour definition
Fine lines, reduced skin elasticity300 Thermage shotsImproved elasticity, reduced pore size

The wisest choice is to select the more suitable of the two procedures based on your own skin condition.

This is because even with the same number of shots, the effect can differ completely depending on skin condition and concerns.

The most important point when considering lifting procedures in Mokdong

The lifting effect is not determined simply by the number of shots or the name of the procedure, but by choosing the right treatment for your individual skin condition.

In particular, lifting requires an accurate skin diagnosis and careful procedure by experienced medical staff.

Mokdong Lifting: Which Is More Effective, 300 Ulthera Shots or 300 Thermage Shots? image 14 Mokdong lifting, Ulthera Thermage

If you are considering Ulthera or Thermage in Mokdong, I strongly recommend that you have sufficient consultation with a skin specialist, accurately analyze your skin condition, and decide on the most suitable lifting procedure.

I hope this information becomes a clear standard for those who are considering Ulthera and Thermage.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Lim Young-soo, Chief Director of Troy Plastic Surgery Clinic

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