There are two famous face-lifting treatments that must be mentioned when it comes to dealing with sagging skin and making your face look younger by stimulating collagen production in the skin. These are Ultraformer III and Thermage.
Both treatments use energy to lift and tighten the face, making it look younger. But what are the differences? And which one is better for your skin condition? This article provides information to help you decide.
Energy used
Ultraformer III uses Focused Ultrasound energy, the same type used in pregnancy scans, but with upgraded technology called Micro and Macro Focused Ultrasound (MMFU). This energy creates small, targeted heat points reaching the deeper layer of the skin called SMAS, the same layer doctors target in facelift surgeries. The heat makes the sagging skin tighten and helps create new collagen to replace the damaged ones.
Thermage also lifts and tightens the skin using heat energy, but it uses high-frequency radio waves (Monopolar Radio Frequency: RF). This energy reaches the fat layer under the skin, heating it to encourage collagen production and even reduce fat. This results in firmer, tighter skin in the long run.
Results you can expect
Ultraformer III has different cartridges that target specific areas of the face:
- 2.0 mm cartridge (Cherry Pink) for fine lines and wrinkles, like around the eyes, forehead, and between the eyebrows. It helps smooth out shallow wrinkles and prevents new ones from forming.
- 3.0 mm depth cartridge for deeper skin layers to improve collagen production and reduce sagging.
- 4.5 mm depth cartridge for lifting larger areas like the cheeks, chin, neck, and jawline, targeting the deep SMAS layer.
Thermage uses heat from radio waves to work on all skin layers, from the outermost to the fat layer. It shrinks the collagen fibers and triggers new collagen production, making the skin look firm and tight. The heat also helps reduce fat, which can make the face appear slimmer and more contoured.
Thermage can treat the whole face, including the forehead, cheeks, chin, neck, and even areas like the stomach and arms.
Treatment time
- Ultraformer III takes around 20-30 minutes, not including the time to apply numbing cream.
- Thermage takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
How long do the results last?
Ultraformer III is five times more effective than regular HIFU machines because it delivers deeper energy and is more stable. You can see some results immediately after the treatment, but the full effect appears in 1-2 months and lasts for 6-8 months.
Thermage gives more noticeable results compared to other energy-based treatments, up to three times better. You will see 10-20% of the results right after the treatment, with full results showing in 1-2 months, and they can last up to 1 year.
Price and promotion
- Ultraformer III 11,900 Baht for 400 shots, covering sagging cheeks and a droopy chin.
- Thermage 59,990 Baht for 1,200 shots, covering the whole face and neck.
Summary of who should choose Ultraformer III or Thermage
Ultraformer III is suitable for people with mild sagging, loose skin, unclear jawlines, droopy eyelids, and fine lines. It's best to start with this treatment before the skin condition gets worse or at a younger age. This helps prevent aging and gives better results.
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Thermage is for those with sagging skin, wrinkles, and fat. It's ideal for people who want to make their face look younger and slimmer in one treatment. Thermage gives clear results after just one session and lasts longer, making it worth the cost.
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MEGA CLINIC is a specialist in face lifting and tightening, with 6 years of experience. All treatments are done by highly skilled doctors using advanced Ultraformer III and Thermage machines. The clinic ensures safety and quality as only doctors perform the procedures.
If you want a free consultation and detailed face assessment by a doctor, you can contact the clinic through LINE Official: @megaclinic (with @) or click the green button below to add us on LINE.
