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Mind Dermatology Clinic, changing the essence of skin with care |
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〈Personalized care from a dermatologist with 17 years' experience〉 After accurately diagnosing the skin condition, from skin diseases to anti-aging, pigmentation, and acne, we propose treatments tailored to each patient's concerns. |
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〈Verified premium devices and a variety of procedures〉 Ulthera Premium, Thermage FLX, Onda, Soprano Titanium, Sofwave, Potenza, etc. Based on a range of premium devices, we perform procedures suited to the skin condition and treatment goals. |
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〈Care that considers the patient experience〉 From thorough consultation to meticulous procedures and aftercare, we provide a comfortable clinical environment, and for international patients, we also offer Chinese interpretation services. |
Hello.
Improving the essence of skin with care,
Chief Director of Mind Dermatology Clinic,
I am Hongseon Lee, a dermatologist with 17 years' experience.
Doctor, I want a lifting procedure...
Should I get Thermage?
Or should I get Ulthera?
When consulting with patients in the clinic, it's a question I hear many times a day.
You who are reading this have probably searched for answers because of a similar concern.
Both procedures are flagship anti-aging treatments,but the way they deliver energy and their goals are completely different.
If you don't know this and just"do it because others say it's good","do it because it's famous"and choose blindly, you may be disappointed because the results differ from your expectations.
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So today I'll clearly compare how Thermage at Hapjeong Station and Ulthera at Hapjeong Station differ,
and make it easy to understand which procedure is right for your face!
Contraction of deep layers vs. density improvement of the dermis
The biggest difference between the two procedures is"the skin layer they target".
Ulthera (ultrasound lifting)
Ulthera at Hapjeong Station is, simply put,"a procedure that pulls tightly from the inside".
It delivers high-intensity ultrasound energy precisely to the deep fascia (SMAS) layer located very deep within the skin.
By contracting the lax tissue, it acts as a support that lifts sagging skin upward and tightens it.
It's especially suitable when there is some subcutaneous fat on the face and you feel sagging downward.
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Thermage (radiofrequency tightening)
By contrast, Thermageis "a procedure that firms up the outer skin surface.".
It is particularly advantageous when the skin has thinned and lost elasticity, causing fine lines to appear.
Evenly delivers radiofrequency heat to the dermis to stimulate collagen to regenerate on its own.
Helps increase surface skin firmness and smooth rough skin texture.
Selection guide by type of aging
Rather than choosing an expensive or highly marketed procedure,
"What is my current concern?"should be your criterion to avoid failure.
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Who may need Ulthera
- Those who have developed a double chin and sagging around the mouth (jowls)
- Those with a fuller face who want to slim and refine their facial contours
Who may need Thermage
- Those with little facial fat and thin skin who are concerned about fine lines
- Those who want to plump skin texture and subcutaneous density without worrying about cheek hollowing
What about pain, duration, and precautions?
Because the two treatments deliver energy differently, the sensations of pain can be quite different.
Ulthera:In areas close to bone such as the jawline or cheekbones, you may feel a deep, dull ache and occasional sharp tingling.
Thermage:You may feel a sudden hot sensation on the skin surface.
What about effects and duration?
Neither treatment is immediately dramatic right after the session;
over 1–3 months, collagen and tissues regenerate and improvement appears gradually and naturally.
The usual duration of effect is about 6 months to 1 year,
but it can vary depending on an individual’s skin condition and degree of aging.
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Be sure to check the precautions before the procedure!
UltheraBecause it has strong power to contract the deeper layers, if someone with little facial fat undergoes it excessively, the cheeks can become noticeably sunkencheek hollowingcan occur.
ThermageBecause Thermage uses intense heat, the skin may become temporarily dry immediately after the procedure, so after the procedureadequate hydration and moisturizationshould be performed.
If both concerns are present,
combining Ulthera and Thermage
"Doctor, my sagging has worsened,
and my superficial skin has no elasticity — what should I do?"
Some people do ask that, don't they?
In fact, many patients present with both jawline sagging and decreased superficial skin elasticity at the same time.
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In these cases, first tighten the deeper layers with Ulthera, then firm and fill the superficial skin with Thermage'Ulthermage'is recommended.
Because the two procedures target completely different skin layers,
their energies don't conflict; instead, they produce a substantial synergistic effect.
It also greatly helps to extend the duration that skin elasticity is maintained.
Hapjeong Station Ulthera
Hapjeong Station Thermage
You cannot completely stop aging, but it is certainly possible to slow its pace.
The true purpose of anti-aging procedures is not to create artificial changes, but
to pursue a 'natural beauty' — looking the most refined and healthy for your current age.That's what it's about.
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Therefore, rather than hastily deciding on trendy procedures,
it is always best to first receive an accurate diagnosis of your current skin condition.
Some patients clearly need the deeper layers lifted first, while others need surface elasticity restored.
Rather than pursuing excessive changes, so you can maintain your natural, healthy, beautiful facial contours,
Mind Dermatology Clinic promises to provide a calm and thorough diagnosis.
We will treat you with sincerity.
Medical Director, Mind Dermatology Clinic
Hongseon Lee.
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This post was prepared in compliance with Article 56(1) of the Medical Service Act.
All medical procedures may yield different results depending on individual conditions; please make decisions only after consulting with medical professionals.