Ulthera 2: It doesn’t get any better than this
Ulthera: The gold standard of ultrasound lifting. For the first time in nine years, it has undergone a major upgrade. By amplifying the strengths of the original device, it has achieved an evolution near perfection. Its name is ‘Ulthera Prime’ (Official name: ‘Ultherapy Prime’). Discover the story of Ulthera 2 (Ulthera Prime)—designed for enhanced safety and even higher patient satisfaction—along with the best treatments to pair it with!
Ultherapy vs. Ultherapy Prime: What’s the difference?
Double the ultrasound field for superior precision and ultimate satisfaction.
The treatment principle of Ultherapy and Ultherapy Prime remains identical: both deliver High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) energy deep into the SMAS (fascia) layer. They also share the same three types of transducers—1.5mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm—to target different skin depths. While there is no change in the core mechanism, the reason it is hailed as a significant leap forward from the original Ultherapy lies in its refined execution.
The core strength of Ultherapy lies in its DeepSEE™ technology, providing real-time imaging during procedures. This capability is further optimized in Ultherapy Prime. The upgrade includes a 19-inch screen—a 35% increase in size—and enhanced image processing that minimizes noise, ensuring a clearer and more detailed visualization of subcutaneous layers.
That’s not all. The visualization depth has been further extended. While the original Ultherapy could see up to 4.5mm deep, Ultherapy Prime allows for visualization down to 8mm. Just as skin thickness varies from person to person, this ensures significantly higher precision, especially when treating those with thicker skin.
With its upgraded performance, Ultherapy Prime enables more precise targeting of the intended layers. This provides greater peace of mind for those concerned about hollow cheeks—a well-known side effect of Ultherapy. Cheek hollowing occurs when energy is delivered to the subcutaneous fat layer instead of the fascia, causing fat shrinkage. With such delicate precision now possible, accurate energy targeting ensures both safety and superior results.
The 1mm Detail: BOSS Dermatology’s Exclusive Ulthera Prime
In particular, BOSS Dermatology’s Ultherapy Prime focuses on the detail of every single shot at precise 1mm intervals, moving away from irregular shot patterns.
The meticulous and sophisticated touch of Dr. Hong-seok Kim—a board-certified dermatologist among the top 2% in Korea—truly shines through with Ultherapy Prime.
he pain levels for both Ultherapy and Ultherapy Prime are quite similar. However, while the originalUltherapy produced significant machine noise, Ultherapy Prime has drastically reduced it to provide a more comfortable experience and an improved treatment environment. These small and large changes combined have transformed Ultherapy Prime into a near-perfect ultrasound treatment.
Who is the ideal candidate for Ultherapy Prime?
As a non-surgical lifting treatment, Ultherapy is optimized for the busy modern individual. Long recovery periods involving swelling, bruising, or pain can be a burden on daily life. While Ultherapy Prime may cause temporary redness or mild swelling, these typically subside within a few hours, so there is no need for concern. With results lasting up to a year, its long treatment interval makes it an excellent option for those who find it difficult to visit a dermatology clinic frequently.
Ultherapy Prime is exceptional for refining facial contours that sag with age. If you are looking for natural-looking lifting, choosing Ultherapy Prime is a proven solution. By delivering energy deep into the skin, it provides fundamental improvements in elasticity and wrinkles while stimulating collagen regeneration.
With three types of transducers designed for different energy depths, Ultherapy Prime allows for meticulous, customized treatments tailored to each patient’s skin condition. Its versatility is also a major advantage; it is suitable for lifting any area of concern, including the forehead, eyes, cheeks, mid-face, double chin, and even the front of the neck. In particular, starting Ultherapy Prime in the early stages of skin sagging will ensure even more remarkable results.
Looking for the Best Treatment to Pair with Ultherapy Prime? Try Sofwave!
Ultherapy Prime + Sofwave= Ul-fwave
There is no all-in-one solution in aesthetics, as each treatment serves a specific purpose. However, Sofwave stands out as the ideal complement to Ultherapy Prime, creating a powerful synergy.
Like Ultherapy, Sofwave is an ultrasound-based treatment. It utilizes SUPERB™ technology to precisely target the dermis at a depth of 1.5mm, which is the ‘ground zero’ for wrinkle formation. This is where wrinkles develop as collagen and elastin fibers—the building blocks of your skin—diminish over time, leading to visible lines and folds.
The principle of Sofwave lies in its ability to deliver intense thermal energy, reaching 60–70°C, in the form of dense, cylindrical heat columns within the mid-dermis. This differs from Ultherapy Prime, which targets the deeper SMAS layer using focal points (dots). This distinct difference in depth and delivery is exactly why combining the two treatments yields such exceptional results.
While Ultherapy Prime targets the skin’s deepest layers, Sofwave smoothens the surface, creating a flawless, 360-degree lift from the inside out. Experience deep, structural lifting as Ultherapy stimulates the SMAS layer, combined with the fine-line reduction and tightening power of Sofwave.
Combining these two procedures ensures that maximum energy is precisely delivered throughout all skin layers, amplifying the lifting and tightening results. Keep your eye on ‘Ul-fwave’—the next-generation duo set to succeed the legendary ‘Ulthermage’.
Top-rated clinic for Ultherapy Prime
Combining these two treatments requires a consultation with a highly skilled expert. Both Ultherapy Prime and Sofwave demand precise, customized adjustments tailored to each individual. A 1:1 in-depth consultation regarding treatment sequence, intervals, and target areas is essential. Experience the perfect results through a personalized plan with Dr. Hong-seok Kim at Boss Dermatology, a board-certified dermatologist—a distinction held by only 2% of doctors in Korea.