Ultherapy Pittsburgh

Do you ever feel discouraged when looking in the mirror at the changes in your facial skin elasticity? We feel young and energetic, but don't look the way we feel. If this scenario sounds familiar to you then we  may have just the answer for you!!  Exciting news in the field of non-invasive cosmetic procedures has just come to Beleza Plastic Surgery. 

We are offering an effective, non-surgical procedure that while not replacing facelift surgery, can be just the answer to a patient who wants some improvement, but is not yet ready for surgery. That treatment is Ultherapy. This treatment uses ultrasound to deliver a dermal level of focused heat to just the right depth achieving a positive effect, while leaving the skin's surface undisturbed. Your body's response to this energy is to stimulate the growth of new collagen. A very gradual tightening and firming occurs, resulting in a natural lift of the skin over time.

Ultherapy is the only non-surgical skin rejuvenation procedure that uses ultrasound to see below the skin's surface in order to specifically target the deep foundational layer of tissue that doctors typically address only in surgery.  The ability to treat the underlying support very precisely, from the inside out, helps to ensure both safe and satisfying results, with no downtime. I am often asked, "Is it painful"?  Yes, there can be some discomfort while the energy is being delivered, but it is temporary and a positive signal that the collagen-building process has begun. Because pain thresholds vary from patient to patient, we will discuss options for making this experience as pleasant as possible. Patients typically leave comfortable and very excited about the benefits to come!

You may return to your normal activities immediately with no special care being taken. You may be a bit flushed right after the treatment, but this should disappear within a few hours.  It is also not uncommon to experience slight swelling for a few days following the treatment, with tingling/tenderness to the touch for a few weeks after, as well. There can be other, less common post procedural effects, such as small areas of temporary bruising or numbness.  None of these possible effects are intolerable, and most often unnoticeable by anyone, but you.

Patients often are unsure of what to expect after their first treatment. The full effect of the procedure will build gradually over the course of 2-3 months. Some patients may even benefit from more than one treatment.  Some of the visible effects include a lifting and toning of sagging skin, minimizing of pore size and an overall smoothness in skin texture.  In the FDA clinical trial, nine out of ten patients had a noticeable lifting of the brow line.  When this occurs, it opens the eye, giving a more youthful look to the eyes.  They also reported skin firming in other areas of the face and neck. While all of this is happening on the outside, something is going on inside too. The formation of new collagen is occurring, which can help to slow down the rate of skin aging.

A good candidate for Ultherapy, is someone with skin that has relaxed to the point of looking and feeling less firm. These patients often have a lowered brow line or sagging eyelid, brow or upper neck skin, or facial jowling.  Keeping in mind that this is NOT a replacement for facelift surgery, it is a good alternative for those who are not ready for surgery. 

If you are unhappy with the way your face is aging, give us a call to schedule your appointment to discuss ultherapy with us at Beleza Plastic Surgery.  We would love to help you feel better about yourself.

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Contact us at (724) 759-7777

Anna I. Wooten, M.D. - Board Certified Pittsburgh Plastic Surgeon
Pittsburgh, PA (Offices in Wexford, Fox Chapel and Butler)

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