New Ultrasound Facelift - How Good is It Really?

Ultherapy is the use of directed ultrasound energy to the face.  In 2011, Ultherapy was the best option for nonsurgical facelifts.  However, as time has progressed, newer technologies have been developed showing perhaps more promise and results.  Many of the newer technologies rely on radiofrequency delivered from a "bottom up" approach where energy is directed towards the surface of the skin.  While currently no nonsurgical treatment is a replacement for a facelift, the current best nonsurgical treatment for the face are Facetite and ThermiRF.  I prefer Facetite for work within the face since it works in a controlled field allowing it to be used along the difficult to treat medial portion of the face, where ThermiRF can not be used safely.

Ultherapy uses hi intensity focused ultrasound energy and is not directed immediately over the eyes.  The skin below the tear trough can be treated but not the skin from the eyelashes to the tear trough. The upper eyelid skin is not treated either with this modality. ultherapy does work well on cheeks, necks and foreheads.

I would recommend you consider Profound.  It is a new radiofrequency micro-needling device that allows for the creation of Elastin and Collagen in the facial tissues.  If however, your main concern is the lower lids, then you may also want to consider lower lid surgery.

Customized Ulthera treatments combined with stimulatory fillers work very well around the lower face, jowls, and neck areas in our Los Angeles plastic surgery clinic. Raffy Karamanoukian

There are multiple machines used at cosmetic surgeons' offices to perform non-surgical face lifts.


Thermage

Exilis

Ulthera

Affirm

Refirme


and many more.

 

All of them provide tightening from the skin surface in.  The lazerlift using Cynosure precision hand piece is different in that using no scalpel, no stitches it tightens skin from the inside out.  This improves tone texture and tightness to the skin.

That stated without examining you it is impossible to state which would work best in your case; it is possible that  filler  may be more beneficial.

 

 

I have the Ulthera in my office, and it does give certain patients wonderful results.  However it sounds like you might need something else to treat under the eye.  A picture or examination would be best.
 

I think that when you are referring to an "ultrasound Facelift", the treatment you are describing is Ultherapy.  Although I have generally heard good reports about this treatment, it is not, should not be described as, and should not be marketed as a Facelift.  The sales representatives and the Surgeons I have spoke to about this advice are very clear about this point.

Ultherapy is a treatment that uses a directed ultrasound beam to heat tissue at specific levels.   It is commonly used in the face,  neck and chest, but other areas can also be treated.  For some patients, Ultherapy can result in nice results, particularly around the jawline and chest.  Others see minimal, if any, results.  A good vs. bad experience is commonly due to proper patient selection and proper patient expectation.  Both of these need to be managed by the physician. Ultherapy, however, has minimal effectiveness immediately under the eye. I would recommend a more infraorbital treatment such as radiofrequency for the crepiness if you do not want to undergo a more invasive treatment. 

As we age the skin around the jawline can start to sag. This is due to volume loss as well as skin and muscle laxity. Gum recession and bone loss in the skull can also occur, reducing the amount of support in the face.
With Ultherapy ultra sound treatment an expert cosmetic doctor can get excellent results in tightening and lifting the skin on the face and neck to give a non-surgical facelift.  Unlike a surgical face-lift, there is no downtime and you can return to your normal activities directly after treatment.
Ultherapy, stimulates and remodels collagen production, which is a natural protein that keeps skin firmed and toned. This treatment uses focused ultrasound imaging to stimulate the growth of new collagen deep within the skin. The practitioner is able to see the tissues and skin layers as they are performing the treatment to ensure that the energy is focused precisely where it is needed. We have found this treatment delivers consistent long lasting results.  Hope this helps.

Without seeing what treatment was being performed, it may be that you are referring to Ultherapy, which is a non-surgical treatment that uses ultrasound energy to target muscles and produce a lifting effect in the skin.  
Ultherapy is a popular treatment that can be used to lift skin on the brow area, cheeks, jowls and the neck.  It is not going to produce the same results as a surgical procedure but it can be a good treatment option for a patient who does not want to undergo surgery.  
It does not require any cutting or other damage to the skin's surface and best results will be visible after 2-6 months.  Laser based treatments can also be combined with an Ultherapy treatment to address other concerns such as uneven skin texture, spider veins or sun damage.  
There are some 'copycat' treatments on the market making similar claims to Ultherapy, so always do your research and be certain that the treatment you will be receiving is in fact Ultherapy.