What are the benefits of facial HIFU for face lifting?

My main concern with non-surgical options for jowls is that they do not address the true anatomical reason for the ageing effects to have occurred in the first place which is a descent of the soft tissues and fat compartments in the face along with a weakening of the muscles. The use of a non-surgical energy based treatment  will not relocate the tissues back to their youthful position and will only provide a shortlived temporary minor improvement. The best procedure is a lower face and necklift which will relocate the tissues to their normal position and provide a longlasting effect. Of course facelift and necklift procedures is not one all-encompassing procedure since every face is different and the specific type of surgery and adjustment to the deep tissues ( the SMAS layer and platysma) will be different. You may also need surgery to address the eyebags such as a blepharoplasty. It  is best to seek out a surgeon who is experienced in all types of facelift surgery and who is able to individualise your surgery to the specific ageing features in your face. Beware of surgeons promoting one type of branded facelift or enticements into a local anaesthetic procedure. The ageing face needs an overall assessment and may require multiple techniques during the facelift to provide the best longlasting natural result.  lift with blepharoplasties and fat transfer all under local anaesthetic !

Procedures that help to tighten skin and soft tissues of the face can make a difference. The results will be modest. Some patients are happy though as it is all about expectations. If you only have mild aged skin and soft tissues and are looking for modest results with a low downtime it may be the right thing for you. In my experience most people that undergo these treatments end up with either the lower lid surgery or the face lift to accomplish the goal they are looking for. Hope this helps.Best of luck,DrC