Confusing Ultherapy results. Is it normal to have dramatic results very quickly only to have it go back to normal again? (Photo)

Ultherapy can induce some immediate tightening but this, for some patients, is only related to the temporary swelling microscopically that pulls on the tissues. Other patients get real immediate improvement as the SMAS connective tissue layer gets tightened during the treatment.  However, most patients develop new collagen formation which takes time, and this can cause more tightening and lifting.  Six months to a year may be needed to form such production of new collagen, It is an active process.  Be patient and when comparing the before and after photographs in six months, or more, you may see that improvement you seek.

With the ulthera treatments (and with many of our laser treatments) you may get some initial swelling after the procedure.  As the swelling subsides, you may think that nothing has happened.. The deep ultrasound stimulates the production of new collagen, but this doesn't start to happen for a few weeks.  So you will see gradual tightening over a 6 month period.  So be patient and things should improve.  

Hi Sardun,You appear to be a perfect patient for Ultherapy.  It is not uncommon for there to be fluctuations of the initial results.  Over the past 4 years of treating hundreds of patients with Ultherapy, we have found that there is continued improvement of the results over a 6 to even 9 month period after the treatment.  You were beautiful before your Ulthera treatment and will be even more so as your body produces more collagen from your procedure.  Be patient and enjoy your rejuvenation.  Good luck and be well.Dr. P