Want to tighten and lift cheek under eyes - Is Ultherapy what I need? (photos)

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Ultherapy can be used for upper face/crows feet and under the eyes. This upper face treatment is quick, and cost effective and seems ideal for what you are trying to accomplish in terms of lifting and tightening under the eye. I would recommend a second treatment in 6 mos to supercharge your results. Ultherapy that used on the mid face and jawline is intended to address jowls but that is not pertinent to your question or concern.

I suggest reaching out to an expert for a formal consultation. I like to recommend my patients start a combination of facial rejuvenation treatments.

1) Skincare with products and microneedling/PRP
2) PDT Light Therapy a few times per month with growth factors
3) Laser treatments like Clear + Brilliant regularly and others (Fraxel, Moxi, Viva, CO2, Erbium, Halo) a few times per year
4) Sculptra injections a few times per year for collagen production with fillers like Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero, Radiesse, and/or Bellafill
5) Thermage/Ultherapy for yearly skin tightening with or without PDO or cone-based Instalift threads for lifting
6) Botox every 2 to 3 months to stop movement lines and prevent lines at rest

Best, Dr. Emer.

Ultherapy is a great non-surgical option for skin tightening and collagen production. We often treat the mid and lower face. In my practice we also generally do a combination approach of ultherapy, PDO threads, and injectables such as HA fillers or sculptra to help lift the skin. Best results are seen over a few months. I recommend scheduling a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon or experienced provider to discuss a treatment plan that's right for you.