I received an Ultherapy treatment Friday, the pain was indescribable and I normally have a high pain tolerance. Toward the end of the first transducer she stated it was overheating and due to my pain we wod discontinue and she would have the unit called for service. I know am left with these burn lines all over. I called the provider and she said “totally normal” which I have yet to read anywhere that is correct. Any feedback would be helpful.
May 20, 2019
Answer: Ulthera burns These burns can happen occasionally - not sure if it is the handpiece, or perhaps from not holding the handpiece firmly against the skin. I would use some Vaseline or Aquaphor to keep them moist. They are superficial and should heal fairly quickly. IF they remain red or get hyperpigmented you may need some laser to help with the color.
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May 20, 2019
Answer: Ulthera burns These burns can happen occasionally - not sure if it is the handpiece, or perhaps from not holding the handpiece firmly against the skin. I would use some Vaseline or Aquaphor to keep them moist. They are superficial and should heal fairly quickly. IF they remain red or get hyperpigmented you may need some laser to help with the color.
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Answer: Ultherapy I have owned an Ulthera system since its FDA clearance and performed numerous Ultherapy treatments. I have never seen the treatment cause such burns. At the most on very thin skin individuals we see raised red lines that resolve in less than 24 hours. You should have been treated for these already prior to leaving the office. I highly recommend that you immediately see an experienced aesthetic medicine specialist for a formal evaluation and treatment of these burns so that permanent scarring is avoided.
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Answer: Ultherapy I have owned an Ulthera system since its FDA clearance and performed numerous Ultherapy treatments. I have never seen the treatment cause such burns. At the most on very thin skin individuals we see raised red lines that resolve in less than 24 hours. You should have been treated for these already prior to leaving the office. I highly recommend that you immediately see an experienced aesthetic medicine specialist for a formal evaluation and treatment of these burns so that permanent scarring is avoided.
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