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Ultherapy - "Gobble" Area Under Chin Looks Worse - Normal (Temporary) Side Effect?

I had ulthera done on the neck, chin, jawline, and lower face a few days ago. The day after the procedure, the saggy area under my chin had grown much larger and is sagging down much lower, and is now much more noticeable than before. Is this likely swelling that will resolve, with that area going back to normal or being improved? The skin is really hanging down and feels loose and flaccid. Also, my neck and that area under the chin are numb. Are these normal side effects? Thanks in advance!

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Swelling after Ultherapy is usually minimal

Ulthera uses focused ultrasound to stimulate the collagen-rich layer under the skin, so the collagen remodeling that occurs over a few months after the treatment gives a firming effect. Because there is heat generated at the focal point, there is often some swelling. Also, better collagen to begin with often means better results, so it works best on patients in their 40's as compared to late 50's or 60's. The neck is a tricky are because the two skin folds that form from... more

Ultherapy of the neck for lifting

Swelling does occur in many patients. The Ultherapy works by inducing inflammation which then causes production of new collagen which then helps solidify loose tissues. The localized swelling can make some tissues look more baggy initially. Swelling can cause itching and numbness in some patients. Please bring these symptoms to the attention of your doctor. They can examine you and give you reassurance. see video

Ulthera therapy lower face

It would be great if you could post some pictures. But in general it is to early to make any judgments since it can take up to 3 months to see results. It could be more swelling in one area then the other that maybe causing this effect. Also if more lines during the treatment were applied then to another an effect like that maybe noticed. Regarding the pain it is possible to have that type of response for weeks after the treatment but that should resolve since those effects are temporary... more

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i need a miracle
10 months ago

Hi Suzetta,

OMG! I had Ulthera exactly 3 days ago and am experiencing the same chin sagging/numbness. Has your abated? I'm a bit freaked out because I have to go to work tomorrow and my jaw area looks same as it would if I had left/right side tooth infection.

nevergiveup
9 months ago

Hi ladies..I had swelling too and it did eventually subside..but no improvement..hope you both have some after 3 months!! :)

Teacher84
11 months ago

Suzetta, did this swelling ever subside? If so, how long did it take?
I had the procedure done 4 days ago and my neck area below the chin is so swollen that I can't see where my chin ends and my neck begins. I also have large, hard red welts all over my neck. I am so scared that this will never go away! I look 100 times worse now than I did before the Ulthera.

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