Sangam Dermatology Clinic: Ulthera or Thermage for my face? Criteria for choosing a lifting treatment

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Hello.

Improving the essence of skin with care,

Medical Director of Mind Dermatology Clinic

I am Lee Hongseon, a dermatologist with 17 years of experience.

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"When I see people around me who had a lifting procedure and look different,

I want to get one too,

but there are so many types it's confusing."

Lately many people are considering lifting procedures because they are bothered by sagging jawlines and loss of skin elasticity every time they look in the mirror.

When looking into anti-aging procedures, you'll likely notice some well-known devices first.

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However, if you choose a treatment just because others say it's good, you may feel disappointedby results that differ from what you expected.

Today, I want to identify what care is suitable for my skinand discuss what to look for to achieve natural-looking changes. Let's talk about it.

Please read carefully for a moment! ^^

Table of contents

Why some people are not satisfied even after a popular lifting
Radiofrequency and ultrasound: two principles that target different layers
Choosing a lifting procedure that matches your skin condition

01. Even after receiving a well-known lifting treatment

Reasons for being unsatisfied

One thing often overlooked when considering skin-tightening treatments is deciding based solely on a device's reputationThat's what people do.

Some people may be concerned about sagging along the jawlinebut conversely, have little facial fat, and are more bothered by decreased skin elasticity and fine wrinklesthan by sagging.

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The pattern of facial aging and current facial volume differ from person to person,

just because a procedure is trendy, applying the same methodcan lead to results that differ from expectations.

Therefore, before deciding on a procedure,

it's important to examine which areas of the face have changed and how, and the condition of skin elasticity and fat distribution, together.

02. Radiofrequency and ultrasound,

two principles targeting different layers

To determine which procedure is appropriate for my face, it's necessary to check whether loss of firmness at the skin surface is the main concern,

or whether sagging of the deeper tissues is more prominent.

At this point, Thermage uses radiofrequency energyto deliver heat to the skin tissue and induce collagen-related changes to help improve skin elasticity,as a treatment.

When skin elasticity decreases, fine lines or changes on the skin surfacemay be of concern, and it can be considered.

On the other hand, Ulthera uses high-intensity focused ultrasound energyto create thermal coagulation points at specific depths beneath the skin,as a procedure.

Sagging in the deeper layers of the skin and facial contoursYou may consider this if you have that concern,

and it is important to set the appropriate depth and energy depending on your skin condition and the treatment area.

However, it is not accurate to simply say Thermage improves only the skin surface and Ulthera only the deep tissues.

In reality, skin thickness, amount of fat, degree of sagging, and other factors are examined together to determine the procedure most suitable for each personshould be decided.

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03. Choosing a lifting treatment that suits my skin

Choosing a lifting procedure

What matters in the end is understanding the characteristics of Ulthera and Thermage treatments and choosing the appropriate method according to the condition of each area of your face.

Rather than deciding in advance which device to use and how many shots to perform, it is important to plan the procedure after assessing your current skin condition and the areas you want to improve.the process of creating a treatment plan

This is also why the distribution of facial fat, skin thickness, and the shape of the cheekbones and jawline should be considered together.

If both loss of skin elasticity and sagging are concerns, you may consider Ulthera and Thermage together, but it is not necessary to always combine the two procedures.

Depending on an individual's skin condition and treatment goals, it may be appropriate to plan using only one procedure.

By considering skin volume and facial contours together and carefully adjusting the necessary areas,you can expect a more natural change.

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It is really difficult to judge and decide on your own which device suits your face.

If you are deciding between Ulthera and Thermage, rather than being fixated on the device name A place that can objectively assess my skin conditionThey recommend that you look for one first.

We will provide care with sincerity.

Chief Physician, Mind Dermatology

This was Lee Hong-seon.

<Ulthera, Thermage Q&A>

Question	Answer
Q. Will it hurt a lot during the procedures?	A. During the procedures, you may feel heat or soreness depending on the area and energy settings. The level of pain varies by individual, and the anesthesia method and pain-relief process before the procedure can differ depending on your skin condition and the clinic's protocol, so check during consultation.
Q. Is it okay to receive both procedures at the same time?	A. Ulthera and Thermage deliver energy in different ways, so they can be considered together. However, combined procedures are not suitable in all cases; the decision and timing should be based on skin condition, treatment area, energy settings, and so on.
Q. How long does it take to return to daily life?	A. Neither procedure involves cutting the skin, but redness, swelling, or tenderness may occur afterward. Recovery and symptoms vary by individual, so follow post-procedure precautions and manage the skin according to its reaction.

<Mind Dermatology Treatment Philosophy>

Mind Dermatology treatment philosophy: transforming the essence of skin with care

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All medical procedures may yield different results depending on the individual's condition; please make decisions only after consulting with medical staff.