What is the difference between Ultherapy and Thermage? Similarities, differences and highlights

Ulthera with Thermage Both are technologies that help lift and tighten the skin effectively and are accepted for their results internationally without surgery. They are currently gaining popularity. You will see reviews of treatments from many famous people, stars, and celebrities both in and out of the country. If you are wondering how Ulthera and Thermage differ, who they are suitable for, which Ulthera or Thermage is better, what are the working principles, is it painful, and how much do Ulthera and Thermage cost? Come find the answers through this article.

Principles of skin tightening using Ultherapy and Thermage

Before looking at the working principles of Thermage and Ultherapy, you must first understand that What is the structure of our skin? will understand the working principles even more. Usually skin structureOur people are divided into 3 levels:

1. Epidermis: This layer is the outermost layer. Acts as a defense against various germs. Not allowed to enter the body Including protecting the body from the external environment such as sunlight, dust, smoke. 
2. The dermis layer is composed of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. It helps the skin to be strong and flexible, firm, and helps retain moisture. It also contains many blood vessels, hair follicles, and nerves. 
3. Subcutaneous fat layer It is the deepest layer in the skin structure. Its main component is fat. Its function is to protect internal organs and keep the body warm.

The layer next to the fat layer is the muscle layer. It is the home of the muscles used to express facial emotions. control facial movements At the top of the muscle layer is a sheet of collagen that forms a tough membrane called SMAS (Superfical Musculo Aponeurotic System). This layer is what surgeons use in facelift surgery.

The working principle of Thermage and Ultherapy is to send heat energy deep into the skin, covering all three layers of the skin. The working principle is as follows.

Ultherapy works by sending ultrasound waves. which is a high frequency sound wave with a temperature of about 60-70°C without harming the skin Can penetrate deep into the SMAS layer, which is the same layer that the doctor performed the facelift surgery. The shot is fired into a small point, size 1 mm, similar to a fish oval point. in a straight line Provides face-lifting results similar to face-lift surgery.

Thermage has a working principle by shooting heat energy which is a single-polar high-frequency radio wave (Capacitive Monopolar Radiofrequency, CRF) with a temperature of 40-50°C deep into the dermis and fat layer. The shot will shoot into lumps. Energy size 3-4 cm² Helps tighten the face Reduce wrinkles Break down excess fat Tighten pores Make the face smoother

Who is Ultherapy and Thermage suitable for?

Ultherapy is suitable for those who:

• Have sagging skin Want to tighten the skin? 
• Want to reduce wrinkles 
• Want to adjust your V-safe face? Increase the clarity of the facial frame 
• Want to tighten pores? Increase the smoothness of the skin
• Want to reduce small wrinkles around the eyes, lift the eyebrows, and the corners of the eyes
• Want to tighten your double chin and double chin?
• Want to tighten the skin around the eyes Reduce small wrinkles. Lift the corners of the eyes and eyebrows
• I have cheek grooves, sagging cheeks, and a mouth groove. I want to lift and tighten it.

Thermage is suitable for those who

• Have sagging skin Want to tighten your face? 
• Want to reduce wrinkles on the face 
• There is fat accumulated around the face, under the chin, a lot of double chin, and a double chin. Want to lose fat. 
• Want to tighten pores? Increase smoothness Look younger
• Have a problem with sagging skin around the abdomen, upper arms, back of the hands and want to increase firmness.
• Have cellulite problems on the thighs and buttocks, level 2 or 3
• Having problems with sagging abdominal skin, sagging skin after giving birth or after losing weight 

It can be seen that both Thermage and Ultherapy have the same end result, which is tightening sagging skin. and reduce wrinkles Makes the face look youthful But which method to choose depends on each person's problem. The doctor will evaluate and choose a solution that is appropriate for each person. Or you may choose to do both methods at the same time.

How long does it take to see the results of Ultherapy and Thermage?

After Ulthera treatment, results can be seen immediately around 20%. You will gradually see changes and see clear results in 1-3 months. Results can last for 1 - 1.5 years.

and after doing the Thermage Results can be seen immediately around 20%. Results will begin to be more evident within 1-3 months and results can be maintained for 1-1.5 years. 

However, the duration of maintaining the lifting results of both procedures depends on each patient's skin condition and appropriate self-care methods.

How long do Ultherapy and Thermage take?

The duration of the Uthera procedure takes approximately 45-60 minutes, while Thermage takes approximately 45-90 minutes. However, the duration of the procedure depends on each person's skin condition and location. The more lines or shots you use, the longer it will take. 

Price of Ultherapy and Thermage

For those who want to have Ultherapy and Thermage done, you can come in for a free consultation and have the doctor evaluate your facial shape first for free at Pongsak Clinic. The price of the procedure will depend onNumber of shots and area to be treated Lift and tighten your skin at Phongsak Clinic. You can be confident in the results because

• We strive to be number 1 in lifting and tightening. Guaranteed with lifting awards for 6 consecutive years (2018-2023) 
• The procedure is performed by a doctor who is an expert in beauty. Analyze the problem Design a treatment method and solve problems directly. Have good expertise in using tools.
• Use genuine lifting equipment that has received standard certification, is of high quality, and has stable energy values. Therefore, you can be assured of efficiency and safety.
• Modern medical equipment and tools Has international standards
• Professional service Pay attention to details in every step. Continuously follow up on treatment results to ensure that service users will receive the desired results for maximum satisfaction.

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