Did Ultherapy three years ago (with a top-up after 6 mos) with great results. Both times, it hurt a lot and I was quite sore for 10 days following. Just did it again with a different doctor in a different city. She told me that she had a special method for reducing pain - there was very little pain, it was quick, she glided the instrument over my face. There is NO soreness. It was very expensive and I am quite concerned that it will not be effective.
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September 2, 2013
Answer: Ultherapy for facial tightening with different protocols
I am not aware of any studies investigating antioxidants as having a negative effect on the collagen production after Ultherapy non invasive facial skin tightening. Many of our patients take such antioxidants and we have seen very good results from Ultherapy regardless.
I prefer to do Ultherapy after there is evidence that the treatment can help improve a situation that already exists, rather than treating before the condition occurs. It's not an inexpensive treatment, there is some degree of discomfort, and although very safe, there are risks and I would...