Sagging of the face and neck with loss of jawline definition is a frequent complaint of patients as the aging process progresses. Men are particularly focused on the sagging neck as an indicator of an older appearance. However, they are less likely to accept surgery to treat the problem and are more inclined to pursue non-invasive options to improve laxity .
Ultherapy® is a non-invasive treatment that involves the application of focused ultrasound energy to the deep layers below the skin. A gradual tightening and lifting effect of the face and neck over 3-6 months results from the response of the body to the heat that is delivered. It has minimal if any downtime and is usually performed awake with some oral medication to reduce the discomfort that is associated with the procedure. Patients can resume normal activities immediately after the treatment and rarely require any pain medication or have any bruising. Maintenance treatments are usually performed at 18-24 months.
Tags: Aging, Facial Aging, Plastic Surgery, skin sagging, Ulthera, Ultherapy
Written by Dr. Forley on February 24, 2018
