Thermage or Ultherapy? I'm 48 and would like to tightening the areas around my lower eye and sides.

Firstly, due to your age, I highly recommend Thermage FLX, as it is an excellent non-surgical treatment for facial tightening, pore refinement, and skin rejuvenation. Thermage FLX is globally recognized and particularly effective for patients around the age of 50, irrespective of gender. It provides a natural youthfulness with long-lasting effects, FDA-approved for enhancing jawline contours. The monopolar radiofrequency system penetrates deep tissues, impacting all layers from skin to bones, resulting in noticeable rejuvenation. On the other hand, Ulthera uses ultrasound waves to target the SMAS layer, primarily addressing sagging skin in the mid-face. It is more focused and suitable for reshaping but lacks the widespread skin rejuvenation seen with Thermage FLX. Considering you are 48 and in need of substantial collagen stimulation, Thermage FLX would be the more appropriate choice for maximum fibroblast simulation.

Thank you for your question. Ultherapy and Thermage are both great procedures and technology. They both encourage the same outcome which is stimulating collagen growth but with different modalities. Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy to heat the skin while Thermage uses radiofrequency heat. I have personally been treated with both and have found that Thermage is much less painful than Ultherapy. I do not think one is better than the other so I would research practitioners in your surrounding area that perform either and go with the most experienced practitioner. We personally carry Thermage in our office as we have had it for many years and trust the technology. I hope this helps you in making your decision!