ULTHERAPY® (Ulthera®)

Ultherapy® is approved by Health Canada to smooth the skin on the neck, brow, and under the chin, as well as to reduce lines and wrinkles on the décolleté. This advanced ultrasound treatment gradually lifts and firms skin that has loosened over time — all in a single, non-invasive session with no downtime and long-lasting results.

Essentially, it’s a non-surgical facelift. According to Dr. John Rowen, it is a popular alternative for patients who wish to rejuvenate their skin but are not ready for cosmetic surgery.

PROVEN RESULTS

Ultherapy® is recognized as the gold standard in non-surgical skin lifting and tightening, supported by more than 120 scientific publications and over 3 million treatments performed worldwide.

Only ultrasound. No surgery.

Ultherapy® uses micro-focused ultrasound energy to create a thermal effect in the deeper layers of the skin without affecting the surface. This stimulates your body’s natural healing process and triggers new collagen production — the protein responsible for skin strength, elasticity, and youthful appearance.

Unlike other treatments, Ultherapy® uses real-time ultrasound imaging, allowing your practitioner to see the precise tissue layers and accurately deliver energy where it’s most effective.

By reaching depths of 1.5 mm, 3 mm, and 4.5 mm, Ulthera® can target the same foundational layers typically addressed during a surgical facelift. Treatments may focus on the full face or specific areas such as the forehead, brows, mouth, neck, or chest for a lifted, smoother, and more youthful look.

Ultherapy® is ideal for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who want gradual, natural-looking improvement.

Each treatment is customized. Session length depends on the treatment areas and your individual plan.

After cleansing and marking the treatment zones, your provider applies ultrasound gel and places the smooth applicator against your skin. With Ultherapy’s unique real-time imaging, they assess your skin’s structure and deliver focused energy precisely where collagen stimulation is needed.

During the session, you may feel warmth or tingling — this is normal and a sign that the collagen-building process is underway.

No downtime, long-lasting results

Ultherapy® is a safe and effective treatment for all skin tones. There is no recovery time, so you can return to your normal activities immediately after the procedure, following your provider’s instructions.

Mild redness may appear at first but usually fades within a few hours. Some patients may also experience slight swelling, tingling, or tenderness to the touch, but these effects are minor and temporary. If needed, your provider will review any less common side effects with you after the treatment.

Most Ultherapy® patients notice visible improvement after just one session. Because the treatment stimulates your own natural collagen production, results may vary from person to person. You may see an initial tightening effect, but the full results typically appear within 2–3 months as new collagen and elastin develop. For some, a single Ultherapy® treatment can last more than a year.

About six months after a full Ultherapy® session, many patients opt for an Ultherapy Boost. This protocol delivers ultrasound energy into the more superficial layers of the skin to further stimulate collagen production and tighten tissues.

Ultherapy Boost is also an excellent preventive treatment for younger patients who don’t yet have visible skin laxity but want to maintain firmness and delay the signs of aging.

A good candidate for Ultherapy® is someone with a certain degree of skin laxity — when the skin begins to look and feel less firm. Common signs include loose skin under the chin and neck, or lines and wrinkles on the chest.

In general, individuals over 40 with mild to moderate skin laxity are ideal candidates. While Ultherapy® is not meant to replace a surgical facelift, it is a popular choice for people who want noticeable lifting and tightening but are not ready — psychologically, physically, or financially — for surgery.

Ultherapy Boost
This protocol delivers ultrasound energy to more superficial layers of the skin to stimulate collagen production and tighten tissues. It’s also an excellent preventive option for younger patients who don’t yet have visible skin laxity but want to maintain firmness and slow down the signs of aging.

By choosing Ultherapy®, you’re giving your skin something truly beneficial. As we age, the collagen fibers that provide internal support weaken. Ultherapy® delivers focused ultrasound energy deep beneath the skin’s surface to trigger the body’s natural repair process. Over time, this stimulates the production of new, healthy collagen, leading to visible improvements in skin firmness and texture.

Every patient responds differently, and some may benefit from more than one treatment. In the days following the procedure, some patients notice a subtle tightening or softening of fine lines. While this initial effect is temporary, it signals that the collagen regeneration process has begun. Skin tightening typically becomes more noticeable within 2–3 months, with continued improvement for up to 6 months.

Before Treatment

• No special preparation is required. Please arrive with clean skin (face, neck, or chest).
• A topical numbing cream will be applied about 1 hour before your treatment.
• Some discomfort can occur. We recommend taking 2 Extra Strength Tylenol one hour before, and 2 Extra Strength Advil 30 minutes before your session.

After Treatment

• Ultherapy® requires no downtime — you can return to your normal activities right away.
• Your skin remains intact, so you may resume skincare and makeup immediately.
• Redness or flushing may appear and typically subsides within a few hours to 24 hours.
• Mild swelling, tingling, or tenderness may occur for a few days to weeks. These effects are temporary.
• Occasionally, a faint linear pattern may appear in the treated area; this usually fades within a few days to weeks. Contact our clinic if it persists longer than 4 weeks.
• Temporary effects may also include mild bruising, swelling, or localized numbness, which resolve on their own within days to weeks. Swelling, if bothersome, can be managed with oral antihistamines.

As with any medical procedure, rare side effects are possible. The formation of scars is extremely rare and generally responds well to medical care. Temporary nerve inflammation may also occur but typically resolves within a few weeks.