I had fillers placed under my eyes. The Dr. used Radiesse and my eyes look worse. It has been 2 1/2 years and the medicine still shows. I considered undergoing Ultherapy to try to expedite dissolving the product. Is this a smart choice?
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October 30, 2015
Answer: Ultherapy and Fillers -- Can Be At Same Time
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Ultherapy can target three different depths: the Dermis (deeper skin), Fat + Connective tissue (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System-SMAS) and Muscle. The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) is located below the fat and is a strong tissue that envelops the face. It is made up of...
Thank you for your question.The energy is attenuated (lost) at 5mm depth and will not affect the screws and plates in your jaw. Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound and ultrasound physics principles. Ultherapy is FDA cleared to treat laxity of the skin in the lower face, jowls and neck.Read the U...