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Very Painful - Miami Beach, FL

UPDATED FROM nashap

So the second procedure, for some reason was not...

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nashapJanuary 28, 2011
WORTH IT$2,000
So the second procedure, for some reason was not AS painful as the first. It was still painful, but I think it was because the tech. went over fleshier parts of my face. I noticed that when that machine hits bone, its crazy painful. But anyways, its been about 2 1/2 months since my first procedure and I can say my face has improved tremendously. Even helped the appearance of my deep acne scars. I believe this is a result of the tightening of my skin.

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Leslie Baumann, MD

Leslie Baumann, MD

Board Certified Dermatologist

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danadrcris
January 31, 2011
Did you do the procedure over your eye area?
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nashap
January 31, 2011
no, just the lower part of my face and neck.
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nashap
January 31, 2011
The Physician Assistant told me the eye area is more painful, and I'm only 32, I don't think I need it yet.
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curiousaboutthis
February 18, 2011
Thanks for posting.

You mentioned you had the jawline done.

I have small little jowls forming that were not there 2 years ago.

When they do the jawline, do they also do the neck, like the throat area?

Does it feel strange on the throat??

Best wishes, hope you continue to see the improvement you desire.
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nashap
April 26, 2011
They do the neck, but I'm not sure if they go over the throat area. They didn't go as far down on me to go over my throat, so I don't know how it would feel.
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nstewart
May 11, 2011
Can you tell me the Doctor to go to for this? Who did you use?
Did you get great results?
Thank you!
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nashap
May 11, 2011

Leslie Baumann MD in Miami Beach, FL and my other dermatologist that is also offering Ulthera

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ann VA Beach
May 11, 2011
It's been about 5 weeks since I had ulthera; I did my whole face. I am very happy with the results. First, I would not recommend a dermatologist; I would seek a well known costmetic surgeon. There is a major difference in the two. My doctor used something like novicane, he did several injections over my neck face forehead, and he gave me several motrin, and tylonol. No pain meds, but I was so numb my eyes were crossed and he could have pulled teeth! The brow area is very sensitive because it's close to the bone. Just be sure you are numb for this procedure because it will be too painful to go through if you're not completely numb. I drove home but, did little the rest of the day. It is not surgery, but it is extreme, so be prepared and discuss all options with your physician before the procedure. Leave nothing to chance! Take charge of yourself and know what the doctor is going to do, no surprises! Hope this helps.. Ann in VA Beach
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nadiahoney
July 16, 2011
So wait....he insisted on doing the procedure simply because you paid for it in advance to get the discount? Hmm seems wrong. Also, are you or are you not happy with the results? Some of your comments made it hard to tell....I do NOT want a face lift (I am 38) and I might want ultherapy but not if it isn't worth it. Maybe I should just save my money up for a future lift? That's sometimes what it seems you are suggesting. I am not at all rich!
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nadiahoney
August 27, 2011
Hey Ann -- I live in VA and am considering going to Dr. Choe too. I had ulthera on my jaw in Maryland done by NOT a doctor, as you suggest, but by an RN who was taught the procedure by the people who market ulthera. I do wonder if there is a difference in who does it, as you suggest. Why would there be, do you think? I agree it is VERY painful -- and since I now want the brow, it will be more so. So....do you think the results are definitely better with a surgeon (vs a trained techie), and therefore is worth the money (I think docs charge about 500 dollars more, in general, than people without the degree.)
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I had the procedure done today, and it was more...

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nashapNovember 17, 2010

I had the procedure done today, and it was more painful than I thought. The $2000 I paid was for two treatments, one month apart. After today's experience I am so NOT looking forward to my next appointment. BUT I Really hope this works for my loose jawline! I will update as soon as I start seeing the results ;)

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BrittB
November 17, 2010

Hi Nashap,

Welcome to the community and thank you for your review. Yes please do keep us updated, hopefully it will hurt less the next time. If you are happy with the outcome might you have pictures?

Thanks,

-Britt

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nashap
November 17, 2010
Yes I am excited for the results!!! I will update... hopefully put up some pics ;)
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ann VA Beach
April 26, 2011
I had ulthera done a week ago, I paid for my entire face. However, we did Juvederm injections a week before so he couldn't do those areas. My doctor first, gave me 8 motrin, and 4 tynol, then he numbed my entire neck, face, and forehead. I was so numb my eyes were crossed, and I could have had teeth pulled! I fell asleep during most of it. The most painful spot is above the brow because it's close to the bone, it felt like a staple gun shooting through the center of my head, but only for a second. He used something like novicane. You must be numb for the procedure or you will have much pain. It's important not to move, be still as possible because it will cause welts and brusing. I had some swelling on the left side, mostly my eye area, but it's going away. I am very happy with it, I hope it lasts a couple of years. Talk with your doctor about numbing the area very well before the procedure. Hope this helps!
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jill92
November 19, 2010
I am having this procedure in a few weeks. Just wondering if they gave you pain meds before or during as it was so painful? Thanks, Jill
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MB 305
November 29, 2010
Hi Nashap,

Could you tell me where you had this procedure done in MB? I found a doctor in Aventura but I thought that $4000 was too high of a price.

Thank you! Hope you are happy with the results.
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danadrcris
November 29, 2010
Please let us know how you are doing. I would also like to know where you had this procedure in MB? Thanks so much. Hope you are feeling better.
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Sharon at RealSelf
December 31, 2010

Hi nashap -- Thanks for posting your review. How are you feeling now? Do you think Ulthera is worth it?

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