Hello.
I am Dr. Kim Dong-young, Director of Cleor Clinic Hongdae Branch.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt that your facial contours were sagging,
or that the surface of your skin had lost its elasticity compared to before?
"My jawline feels dull and heavy, and it feels like my cheeks are sagging below my cheekbones.
There are also more fine lines on the surface, so I don't know where to start."
Facial aging does not occur in just one layer.
The deepest SMAS fascia layer loosens, causing the facial contours themselves to collapse, and the dermis layer closer to the surface loses elasticity as collagen and elastin decrease.
Because both changes happen simultaneously, there is a limitation in that it is difficult to achieve 3D anti-aging with just one method.
Just as you need to reinforce both the frame (Ultherapy) and the exterior finish (Thermage) when rebuilding a building to achieve perfection,
the Hongdae Ulthermage approach involves performing two procedures with different depths of action at once.
Today, I will summarize what Hongdae Ulthermage is,
why they are done together, the pros and cons, and the differences from standalone procedures.
What is Hongdae Ulthermage?
👉 Hongdae Ulthermage is a combination procedure that simultaneously achieves deep lifting and surface tightening by performing Ultherapy Prime's HIFU ultrasound, which acts on the SMAS fascia layer, and Thermage FLX's radiofrequency, which acts on the dermis layer near the surface.
Ultherapy and Thermage are medical lifting devices that are also operated individually.
Ultherapy Prime focuses on lifting the facial contours themselves by condensing the SMAS fascia layer (about 4.5mm deep) with ultrasound energy,
and Thermage FLX focuses on firming surface elasticity by stimulating collagen by delivering heat to the dermis layer near the surface with radiofrequency energy.
Because the layers of action do not overlap and the types of energy are different,
the core of Hongdae Ulthermage is that the two procedures operate in a synergistic structure where they complement each other.
Technical Features of Hongdae Ulthermage
👉 Hongdae Ulthermage is a procedure that approaches two different layers simultaneously by combining the HIFU action of Ultherapy Prime and the Monopolar RF action of Thermage FLX.
HIFU Action by Depth of Ultherapy Prime
Ultherapy Prime is a device that uses High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) to create thermal coagulation points of about 60-70 degrees in specific layers inside the skin.
With action depths divided into 1.5mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm,
it is structured to be applied by depth from the thin epidermis/dermis layer to the SMAS fascia layer.
The SMAS fascia layer is the same area treated in surgical facelifts,
and it is reported that as this layer condenses, the facial contours are gradually lifted.
Monopolar RF Action of Thermage FLX
Thermage FLX is a 4th-generation Monopolar Radiofrequency (RF) device.
It works by delivering uniform heat energy to the entire dermis layer near the surface to stimulate collagen and elastin production.
Because the area of action is relatively wide and close to the surface,
it is a procedure that focuses on surface elasticity loss, fine lines, and skin texture improvement.
Synergistic Structure with Non-overlapping Layers and Energy
Since Ultherapy treats the deep layer (SMAS) and Thermage treats the shallow layer (dermis),
the areas of action do not overlap even in the same area.
The types of energy also differ between ultrasound and radiofrequency,
so it is known to provide mutual synergistic benefits without interfering with each other.
Eye-specific Tip Operation
At the Hongdae branch, in addition to the full-face treatment, we operate Eye Thermage FLX and
the customized Ultherapy Prime Eye Line together,
creating a structure that allows for precise approach even to thin and sensitive eye areas.
Effects and Advantages of Hongdae Ulthermage
👉 The core advantages of Hongdae Ulthermage are summarized in three points: synergy of two procedures with different action layers, multi-layer approach in a single schedule, and customized shot options.
First, it provides synergy where action layers do not overlap.
As Ultherapy lifts the deep SMAS fascia layer and
Thermage FLX tightens the surface dermis layer,
it is known as a direction that approaches two areas of different depths simultaneously in one procedure.
Next, a multi-layer approach is possible in a single schedule.
Compared to receiving each procedure separately, the burden of scheduling is reduced,
and the fact that the recovery period is handled at once is known as an advantage.
Finally, there are abundant options for the number of shots and areas.
Thermage FLX offers 300, 600, or 900 shots, and Ultherapy Prime offers 100 to 800 shots,
allowing you to choose options according to your face size and degree of sagging.
Hongdae Ulthermage Lineup
👉 At the Hongdae branch, we operate Ultherapy Prime and Thermage FLX individually, and we also have a structure where you can proceed with the Ulthermage flow that combines the two procedures.
Thermage FLX
Ultherapy Prime
Ultherapy is generally operated with 600 shots as the standard for the entire face,
and the number of shots is adjusted according to the area and degree of sagging.
The number of shots and the combination ratio that fit your face line and degree of sagging
are examined together during the pre-procedure consultation.
Hongdae Ulthermage is suitable for those who:
Feel that their facial contours have collapsed due to sagging jawlines, cheeks, and necklines
Want to see SMAS fascia layer lifting and surface elasticity care at the same time
Want to finish the procedure schedule at once
Want to increase the intensity of non-surgical anti-aging without the burden of surgical incisions
Felt that changes were insufficient with standalone procedures
Side Effects and Things to Know in Advance about Hongdae Ulthermage
👉 Hongdae Ulthermage is a procedure where the burden of pain, cost, and recovery can be greater than standalone procedures because it is a structure that performs two strong energy procedures at once.
Pain Burden
Ultherapy is known to be a relatively painful procedure because you can feel the stimulation reaching deep layers during the procedure.
Thermage FLX has relatively less pain, but
when receiving both procedures together, the cumulative stimulation tends to be greater than when receiving them alone.
Cost Burden
Since both Ultherapy and Thermage are procedures that consume genuine medical device tips per session,
it is good to know in advance that if you receive both procedures together, the cost will be at the level of the sum of the standalone procedures.
Recovery Burden
Light swelling, redness, and stinging may accompany the entire face immediately after the procedure
for a few days.
Most are reported to subside naturally, but
if you have an important schedule approaching, it is recommended to adjust the timing of the procedure.
Timing of Effect Manifestation
Thermage FLX starts to show changes from 1-2 months,
and Ultherapy follows a flow where changes settle from 2-3 months,
so it is good to understand in advance that it is a procedure that settles gradually rather than showing immediate changes.
Please inform us in advance as the procedure may be restricted in the following cases:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If there is active inflammation or herpes in the treatment area
If you use internal electrical devices such as an artificial pacemaker
If you have a history of implants or thread lifting in the treatment area
If you have a keloid constitution or tend to leave scars easily
⚠️ Precautions Before and After Hongdae Ulthermage Procedure
👉 For Hongdae Ulthermage, management by time point before and after the procedure affects recovery and the feeling of results.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Is it safe to receive both procedures on the same day for Hongdae Ulthermage?
Since the action layers and energy types are different, cases performed on the same day are generally recommended.
Ultherapy is for the SMAS fascia layer, and Thermage FLX is for the dermis layer near the surface,
so the areas of action do not overlap and do not interfere with each other.
However, the fact that pain and recovery burdens are cumulative must be considered in advance.
Q. Which is better, Hongdae Ulthermage or a standalone procedure?
If deep sagging is the main concern, Ultherapy alone is recommended,
and if surface fine lines and elasticity are the main concerns, Thermage FLX alone is recommended.
If both are present, the flow of taking them at once with Ulthermage can bring synergy.
Q. How much is the pain for Hongdae Ulthermage?
Ultherapy is felt as deep stimulation during the procedure,
and Thermage FLX is reported as relatively weak, warm stimulation.
Since the cumulative stimulation is greater when received together than with a standalone procedure,
we often use numbing cream and painkillers before the procedure.
Q. How long do the effects of Hongdae Ulthermage last?
Thermage FLX is generally known to last for 1-1.5 years,
and Ultherapy is known to last for about 1-2 years.
Many people feel a greater range of change when performed together than alone, but there are individual differences.
Q. How soon can I receive Hongdae Ulthermage again?
When repeating the same procedure on the same area, an interval of about 1 year is generally recommended.
However, for Ulthermage, where two procedures are received simultaneously, the next timing and area composition
are organized together during the pre-procedure consultation.
Q. Can I return to daily life immediately after receiving Hongdae Ulthermage?
Although light swelling and redness accompany the procedure immediately after,
daily activities are possible from the day of the procedure in most cases.
However, it is recommended to receive it with enough time for swelling to subside before important schedules.
Q. How is the number of shots for Hongdae Ulthermage decided?
Although it varies depending on face size, degree of sagging, and area range,
600 shots are generally operated as the standard for the entire face for both Ultherapy and Thermage.
The shot composition that fits your face line is organized together during the pre-procedure consultation.
Facial aging is a change that occurs simultaneously in the deep SMAS fascia layer and the surface dermis layer.
Because there is a limitation in that it is difficult to treat both layers together with only one procedure,
this is also the reason why the flow of taking two procedures with different action depths together has become established.
Hongdae Ulthermage is a procedure that combines Ultherapy Prime, which acts up to the SMAS fascia layer, and
Thermage FLX, which tightens the surface dermis layer, within a single schedule.
However, as you are receiving two strong procedures together,
it is also good to know that the burden of pain, cost, and recovery may be greater than with a standalone procedure.
The Ulthermage composition that suits your face line and degree of sagging
will be checked directly during the consultation.
If you are concerned about both deep sagging and surface elasticity,
please feel free to visit Cleor Clinic Hongdae Branch.
Even before deciding on the procedure, we will provide detailed guidance on your face condition and
the care direction that suits you through a pre-procedure consultation.
※ This content is for general information purposes only, and results may vary by individual.
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