Lifting
Lifting
Lifting methods are chosen for the cause of sagging and target tissue. Energy treatments, threads and volume treatments work differently, so elasticity, fat and hollowness are assessed separately.
AT A GLANCE
Before you consider treatment.
- Ultrasound & radiofrequency
- Both can use heat, but deliver it differently. Device names or shot counts alone do not allow equivalent comparisons of intensity and outcomes.
- Elasticity & volume
- Skin laxity must be distinguished from hollowing due to volume loss. NUA also reviews past fillers or threads and overall facial balance.
- When to assess changes
- Changes from non-surgical tightening may develop gradually. Immediate swelling is assessed separately from longer-term changes.
INDICATION
We begin with these concerns.
- Sagging along the jawline and lower face
- Changes in skin elasticity
- Distinguishing causes when sagging and hollowing appear together
AT NUA
Options to explore at NUA.
Products, methods and treatment areas are determined by skin condition and consultation.
OUR APPROACH
What NUA assesses first.
We do not apply the same treatment to every face. We review your condition and expectations, and the doctor decides the final plan.
- 01Skin thickness
- 02Fat volume
- 03Direction of sagging
- 04Bone structure
- 05Previous treatment history
Videos with explanations from our doctor will be added when ready.
| Condition to assess | Approach to discuss |
|---|---|
| Reduced skin elasticity | Elasticity treatments such as radiofrequency |
| Deeper tissue sagging | Depth-targeted treatment such as ultrasound |
| Fat and sagging together | Assess fat volume and contour together |
| Volume loss | Check whether lifting alone could accentuate hollowing |
PRINCIPLE
How do we approach it?
Energy-based treatments such as ultrasound and radiofrequency deliver heat to tissue. Devices differ in delivery method and target depth, so the term “lifting” alone is not enough for comparison.
Ultherapy in detailBEFORE TREATMENT
What to check first.
Stronger energy treatment requires careful assessment when facial fat is limited or hollowness is present.
We check inflammation, implants and previous procedures or surgery. Restrictions follow the selected device's instructions for use.
Individual contraindications and suitability are assessed during consultation.
AFTERCARE
From treatment to everyday life.
- Pain
- You may feel heat or a deeper sensation. Pain management depends on the device and area.
- Recovery
- Redness, swelling or tenderness may occur. Even non-invasive treatment needs recovery planning before important events.
- Effects & duration
- Changes may develop over several months. Duration and repeat-treatment timing depend on the device and skin condition.
What to watch for day to day
- Monitor the area, pain and redness. Tell the medical team about symptoms that persist or worsen.
- Continue usual sun protection and skin care. Decide on further treatment after reviewing progress.
Questions before your consultation.
01Do you assess full cheeks differently from loose skin?
We distinguish fat volume from skin and deeper tissue sagging. If volume loss is the cause, lifting alone may not achieve the desired appearance.
02Which lifting treatment is right in your 30s?
Age alone does not decide. We consider skin thickness, fat volume, sagging direction and treatment history.
03Are Ultherapy and Thermage the same treatment?
They use different energy types: ultrasound and radiofrequency. NUA compares approaches after assessing sagging, thickness and fat.
04Do more shots mean better results?
Shot count alone cannot determine the outcome. Ask about the treatment area, goal and chosen device together.
05Can lifting fill hollow cheeks?
Its purpose differs from volume replacement. If hollowness is your main concern, volume treatment can be discussed too.
06Can I expect the same change as a surgical facelift?
Non-surgical and surgical approaches differ in method and extent of change. With severe sagging, discuss non-surgical limitations first.
07What health information should I share in advance?
Stronger energy treatment requires careful assessment when facial fat is limited or hollowness is present. We check inflammation, implants and previous procedures or surgery. Restrictions follow the selected device's instructions for use.
08How do we discuss pain management?
You may feel heat or a deeper sensation. Pain management depends on the device and area.
References
These sources explain general principles and recovery. Korean indications and the instructions for the actual product or device are reviewed in consultation.
- American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) · Non-surgical skin tightening
- Manufacturer: Merz · Ultherapy instructions for use
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