If I have a naturally round face, would Ultherapy be a solution for lifting and slimming? What are the alternatives? (Photo)

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.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Thank you for your question and for providing a picture. Ultherapy is a great option that lifts the face, however it would not provide the results you desire. I would suggest threading and fillers as well to help conture the face. I recommend scheduling an appointment with an experienced doctor in order to further discuss the matter.  Hope this helps. All the best.

Hello and thank you for your question. Ultherapy is an effective method of tightening the skin to reduce early jowl formation and create a firmer, smoother look. It is a good option for tightening up the skin on the neck as well. However, Ultherapy will not produce the  facial shape you are seeking. Combination therapy will give you the best option. Do Ultherapy first and then add filler to the face along the jawline and arch of the cheek to achieve lift, angularity and contour.

If you want to further slim the lower face, you have a couple of other options. Botox injections into the masseter muscle along the jawline can reduce the muscle and create a slimming effect. All of these treatments in combination will raise the neck. If further treatment is necessary, both liposuction and Kybella can be used to remove submental fat underneath the chin. Kybella is an injectable treatment that usually requires more than one treatment session and takes a few weeks or even months for results to fully develop. Liposuction takes care of the submental fat in a single session, but does require local anesthesia and a few days of recovery time. 

No matter which procedures you choose, combination treatment is best and make sure they are administered by an experienced, board-certified dermatologist who can tailor your treatment plan to your precise needs and goals.