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Ulthera Vs Thermage for Skin Tightening

Which is better for skin tightening - Ulthera or Thermage?

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How Long Does It Take to See Ulthera Results?

Oh no!! I just did a Ulthera treatment in Seoul recently. It cost me US$2700. Do you think it worth it or I'm wasting my money ??? Hmmmmm, I don't see...

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Should Ulthera Be Painful?

Ulthera 1st attempt was painful and had to stop. Also,have tenderness along jawline 2 days afterward. 2nd attempt scheduled soon with pain medication....

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Ultherapy vs. Titan - Which is More Effective for Skin Tightening?

Please Compare Ultherapy with Titan Procedure. Is one shown to be more effective than the other for skin tightening, in particular of the face and neck?

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Ulthera - Are Welts a Normal Side Effect?

I made an appointment for two weeks from now and my provider says that welts that can take a couple of weeks to resolve are not uncommon. I would like...

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Is Pelleve or Ultherapy Better to Tighten Skin?

I have a thin face and am looking for tightening around the mouth and lower face.

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"Welts" a Side Effect with Ultherapy?

I have an appointment the week of the September 27th and my provider says that they have had patients experience "welts" with this procedure...

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Ultherapy Information

I'm interested in having Ultherapy but there does not seem to be much information around regarding this procedure? Has anyone had any experience?...

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Best Long Term Filler - or Should I Try Ulthera?

Please suggest. Main concerns are: 1. Looking natural 2. No puffy/plumb look/result 3. Cost I am undecided between Ulthera and Radiesse or Juvederm.

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Is Ulthera Useful for Droppy Eyelids?

Hi, I am 35 years old and have some excess skin on my upper eyelids. I have tried Botox to erase some horizontal frown lines as well as give the brows...

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Ultherapy Vs Fraxel for Skin Tightening and Shrinking Pores

Hi, I am mid 40s & have aged pretty well, no wrinkles.BUT I have sagging in the jowl & neck & recently noticed my cheeks have started...

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What is the Best Prescription Pain Med for a Ulthera Treatment for Full Face and Neck?

What is the best prescription med for an Ultera treatment for full face and neck? Is numbing cream and a dental block necessary? I have a low pain...

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Am I a Candidate for Ulthera in my Lower Face?

When I look at photos from a year and a half ago, I did not have those tiny little jowls, but I have them now. I would like to know if I look like a...

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Long Term Effects of Ultrasound Tightening/Ulthera on the Skin?

I am interested to know what might be the expectations of this type of tightening long term. Should this be of any concern?

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Ultherapy Before or After Weight Loss?

I've lost 30 pounds, and need to lose another 20. I was considering doing Ultherapy now but wondering if I should wait until I'm done losing...

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Ulthera and Fillers

Because of some uneven facial liposuction, I was left with uneven contours in the mid/lower face and along the jawline. In an attempt to correct this,...

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Is Ematrix New? How Does This Procedure Compare to Ultherapy?

Most important I would like either less fat or tighter skin around my chin and neck. If I could get a procedure which would also reduce pore size,...

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Should I Have Received Ultherapy Before Losing Weight?

I just had ultherapy treatment on my face and noticed some tightening in my jowl area after treatment. My doctors said I should expect tightening in...

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Ulthera Side Effects

Is it a common side effect to have welts with lines and a temporary rash after receiving Ulthera? Some say it can last a week.

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CoolSculpting and Ultherapy for Double Chin / Turkey Neck?

Would a Combination of Zeltiq and Ultherapy Be a Good Option for a Non-surgical Double Chin/turkey Wattle Reduction? Looking for the best nonsurgical...

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Is Ultherapy for Neck and Jowls an Option at Age 67?

I don't expect to look 18 again; a slight improvement would be preferable to operative procedure.

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Can a Licensed Aesthetician Perform Ultherapy on Patients in the Medical Office?

Is this a procedure that a licensed aesthetician can perform on our patients?

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Best Age to Have Ulthera Done?

I am 60 years old. Am I too old for Ulthera? Can It Be Repeated?

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Risks of Ulthera After Juvederm?

I spent $1800 on Juvederm injections and botox last week. I am scheduled for ultherapy this week. Will the ultherapy affect the Juvederm; I love the...

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Ulthera Vs Laser for Skin Tightening

I am a 54yr young looking female that takes good care of herself and her skin. I am considering ulthera vs laser for overall face/jaw/neck/chest...

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Does Anyone Have Before and 1 Year After Pictures for Full Face Ulthera Patient in 50's?

I'd like to see before and one year after photos for a female Ulthera patient in her 40's or 50's that has had one full face Ulthera...

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If I Do a Full Face Ulthera Treatment, Will I No Longer Need to Do Botox on my Brow?

I use botox now to give me a little brow lift and to stop the vertical lines between my eyes...after Ulthera will I no longer need to do the brow lift...

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Is Numbness a Side Effect of Ultherapy?

I had ultherapy a few days ago and had a nerve block for pain. I am wondering whether the lingering numbness in my neck and jaw/cheeks is caused by...

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Exilis Vs. Ultherapy

I am looking into the two possibilities for facial skin tightening. I live in Europe. Exilis is available locally in a nearby clinic at a good price...

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Safe to Have Ulthera if You Have Had Sculptra, Restylane or Juvederm?

I keep hearing mixed things. I've read it is not suitable for people who have had dermal fillers, but then I also read articles from doctors...

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How Can Some Places Charge Up to a Thousand Less for Ulthera Than Others? Is There a Diff

I have seen ulthera for so much more (4000) in VA than in FLA or even Beverly Hills -- it costs like 2500 there -- all for the same thing!! How can...

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Will Ulthera Improve or Worsen my Scleral Show and Ptosis?

What direction is the lift in ulthera? My scleral show and ptosis seems to be a result of sagging of my face. I am only in my 20s. I dont have...

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What is Damaged by Ulthera During the Treatment Process?

What is it that is damaged under the skin during the Ulthera treatment process?

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Is 29 Too Young for Ulthera?

I've recently seen some great before and after pics of younger patients (late 20s and early 30s) who've had ulthera done. It seemed to slim...

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I Have Read That Ulthera Hurts but What About Preventive Measures?

Will Facial Numbing & Meds help with the pain?

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Can Ulthera Eye Treatment Cause Fat Loss Or Loose Skin Over Time?

Is it at all Possible that Ulthera could cause Fat Loss or make skin actually looser long term ?? I am considering the Upper Eye lid Tightening...

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How Often Do Patients Still Get Neck-lifts After Ulthera?

If I have an ulthera procedure to reshape my neck will I ever need to have another neck-lift procedure? Is this a procedure that is better to have...

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Why Am I Not Seeing Results After Two Weeks out from Ulthera and Sculptra Same Day ?

I had ultherapy two weeks ago followed immediately with 2 vials of sculptra. Presently, I see no improvement. Why?

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Will Ulthera Cause Damage to Facial Nerves?

I want to try the Ulthera therapy in HK, when i know the affected zone will be in quite deep area underneath the skin near muscles, i am concerning...

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Long-lasting Results for Ultherapy on Jowls?

How long do results last after a Ultherapy procedure to tighten loose skin around the jowls and neck?

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Ulthera in Canada

Why Not Many Cities in Canada Use Ulthera Technology?

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Will Ultherapy Really Get Rid of Under-chin Sag?

I'm not over weight, but at 63 have got some loose skin. Have seen Ultherapy advertised as "Non-invasive; no down time; no recovery...

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How Long Until you are Proficient in the Use of Ulthera?

Is there a special art to having Ulthera treatment because my Plastic Surgeon has only used the machine for 3months. Should I find a more experienced...

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Are There Any Disfiguring Side Effects, Other then Temporary Welts, from Utherapy?

Are There Any Disfiguring Side Effects, Other then Temporary Welts, from Utherapy?

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Does Ulthera Work As an Eyebrow Lift on Young People Also?

Hi everyone, I'm very young but think my brows are a bit low(not extremely, but if I elevate them about 2mm it looks better).I don't want...

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Ulthera As an Alternative to Tradition Surgery?

I recently read about Ulthera as a new alternative to a neck lift: http://www.newjerseyplasticsurgery...

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Should I Be Concerned of Ulthera for Cheek Sagging Causing Fat Loss?

I'm considering ulthera for cheek sagging, but am worried about its effect on fat. I read somewhere that it can cause fat loss. Wouldn't that...

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What Does the Pain During Ulthera Feel Like?

Does Ulthera feel hot like a burn or sting like a rash?

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Is There a Device (Like Ulthera or Fraxel) That Can Add VOLUME to Face.

There are several devices that can stimulate collagen production in the face... Ulthera, Fraxel, Titan, Thermage, etc. Why can't the makers of...

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Ulthera on Inner Thighs?

Can you do ulthera on inner thighs?

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Can Ulthera Be Done Under General or Twilight Anesthesia?

I have a couple of friends of mine, both male, who have undergone treatment with Ulthera. Both of these gentlemen were very pleased with their results...

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Does Anyone Forsee Any Long Term Possible Side Effects from Ulthera? Since It is So New.

I am wondering if anyone thinks Ulthera Treatment could have any long term side effects years from now ? Could heating the skin from underneath ever...

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Facial Nerve Injury After Ultherapy

I had ultherapy 3 days ago. I immediately noticed minor weakness of left lower lip depression usually when I yawn or emulating a "denture...

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Ultherapy Vs. Refirme Vs. Accent XL for Thin Face

My face is fairly thin however I have pretty skin. I would like to do Ultherapy followed by Radiesse or Sculptra. I am open to one of the other...

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Ultherapy and African American Women? Are There Practice Findings Yet?

Has Ultherapy been around long enough for there to be findings from physician's practices on African American women? I'd be very interested in...

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I Just Had Botox and I Want to Do Ulthera in Two Weeks, is This Ok.

I Just Had Botox and I Want to Do Ulthera in Two Weeks, is This Ok.

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What Does Ulthera Actually Treat?

My question is regarding what Ulthera actually treats. I know it is used to firm saging skin but does it do so by eliminating wrinkles as well or does...

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How Much of an Improvement in Measurement for Ulthera Compared To Facelift?

I was told at a clinic that there is only 1mm improvement compared to 8 mm with a facelift. 1 mm?? Tthat's nothing so why even offer a procedure...

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What Effect Does Ulthera Have on Pigmentation?

I have olive (Asian) skin and was wondering if there is increased risk of pigmentation with Ulthera? Thanks.

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If Ultherapy Affects the SMAS Layer What Will Happen when I Plan a Surgical SMASlift

I Ulterapy tightens the SMAS layer, how will this affect a surgical facelift with a SMAS procedure at a later stage.

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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...

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How Does the Discomfort Level from an Ulthera Ultrasound Face Lift Compare to Other Procedures?

What level of pain should be expected during the Ulthera treatment and afterwards? Is the pain from a traditional face lift completely different? Is...

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Is Ultratherapy Effective For Lifting Brows?

Specifcially for lifting my brows

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What Percentage of the Time is a Nerve Hit During Ulthera Treatment?

How often is a nerve hit during Ulthera? I heard of a staff member in a doctor's office who's cheek was numb for a few months after having...

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