What is Ultraformer HIFU Treatment?
Ultraformer is an advanced High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) treatment. It is a non-invasive treatment that uses focused ultrasound waves to penetrate deep into the skin and underlying tissues without damaging the surface to deliver a non-invasive face, neck and body lifting treatment.
Benefits
- Tightens and firms the skin.
- Destroys fat cells.
- Increases the elasticity of the skin.
Ultrasound Energy has a Thermal Effect.
The body treatments focus the energy precisely to specific depths between 1.5mm to 13mm below the skin. The energy generates tiny pockets of heat in the targeted areas ( around 56-70c).
Fat Cell Disruption
This heat is enough to disrupt the fat cells and cause them to break down.
The destroyed fat cells are then naturally processed and eliminated by the body’s lymphatic system over the following weeks. This reduction in the fat cells leads to a reduction in body fat.
Skin Tightening
The heat generated by the ultrasound waves also stimulates the production of collagen. Collagen helps keep the skin firm and more elastic. By stimulating collagen production, HIFU helps tighten loose or sagging skin on the abdomen and thighs.
Results are not immediate and can take up to 12 weeks to become noticeable as the body processes and eliminates the destroyed fat cells; however, some clients may notice immediate tightening.
What parts of the body can the Ultraformer treat?
The Ultraformer III can treat most body parts. At Cheshire Lasers, we mainly treat the abdomen where it works the best; sometimes, we also treat above the knees and upper arms.
We can, however, also treat the face, jowl area, neck and chest.
How long does an Ultraformer Body Treatment take?
Ultraformer III has a fast shooting speed, which means some treatments take only 45-60 minutes.
How many Ultraformer Body Treatments will I need?
For body contouring, approximately three treatments are usually enough for most people; however, some may need less and some more for the best results.
Treatments are usually carried out every month.
The results can last up to a year, so you may decide to have further treatment when the results start to wear off.
When will I start to see results after an Ultraformer Body Treatment?
Ultraformer III can show some immediate results as the stimulating heat can make your skin look more rejuvenated, fresher, tighter and firmer. However, the final results develop 60 to 100 days after the treatment, when the fat reduction and collagen regeneration become more noticeable.
What is the recovery time for Ultraformer treatments?
You can go back to work and normal life immediately after the treatment.
Is the Ultraformer treatment painful?
During the treatment, you will feel warm pulses of ultrasound energy deep under the skin, causing the collagen and muscle layers to contract. Some people may find this uncomfortable, but others report no pain with the treatment at all. Some people will need to take some simple painkillers before the treatment; however, this depends on the pain sensitivity level of each individual, the area to be treated, and the size of the area to be treated.
Does Ultraformer have any side effects?
The heat levels created by the Ultraformer device only treat the targeted area and do not damage the surrounding tissue. The energy targets the deeper levels of the skin and not the upper layers, so there are usually few visible signs on the skin’s surface post-procedure. The only noticeable effects are usually tightening and redness an hour or two after treatment. A small percentage of patients may have slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to touch over the treated area, but these are mild and tend to last no more than a few days.
A small proportion of people may experience slight tingling or tenderness in the area treated for several weeks as the growth of new collagen occurs.
The most frequently reported side effects are:
- Swelling
- Redness
- Tingling of the skin
- Tenderness
- Bruising
Is Ultraformer safe?
Ultraformer has been cleared by the Korean FDA after demonstrating safety in clinical studies. Tens of thousands of treatments have been performed worldwide without significant adverse events. Ultrasound energy has a proven track record and has been used in the medical profession for over 50 years, including pregnancy scans.
View more details about how Ultraformer works here.
Contraindications to Ultraformer Treatments include:
- Pregnancy
- Metal implants in the treatment area
- Tumours
- Uncontrolled Epilepsy
- Recent surgery
- Heart conditions
- Severe skin laxity
- Excessive fat
How is the Ultraformer different from Radiofrequency (RF)?
Radio Frequency (e.g. Endymed, Thermaclinic) addresses issues in the superficial layers of the skin (e.g. fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone and texture). The Ultraformer addresses the deep skin layer and the foundational muscle layer that lifts and supports the skin, similar to cosmetic surgery. Therefore, the two technologies can be used together depending on your skin concerns.
View before and after images for face, neck and body treatments here.
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Download our Ultraformer Leaflet here.
Ultraformer Body Treatment Prices:
For facial Ultraformer treatment information and prices view this page.
For the eye, lip, and other Ultraformer wrinkle treatment prices, view this page.
A large area is A4 size in total.
A medium area is A5 size in total.
A small area is A6 size in total.