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April 26, 2026
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Dr Ivan Puah, Medical Director at Amaris B. Clinic, shares the common questions asked during consultation with Ultherapy® Prime patients, and enquiries from our social inboxes.
How does Ultherapy® face lift work?
Ultherapy® Prime uses time-tested ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin naturally and restore skin's elasticity [1] and youthful appearance without surgery, putting the bounce back into the skin and your confidence.
This non-invasive skin-lifting treatment, which uses high-intensity micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualisation (MFU-V) [2], can also smooth lines and wrinkles on the décolletage.
Ultherapy® Prime stimulates collagen production in the skin's foundation, resulting in a clinically significant lift of tissue over 2 to 3 months, with results lasting up to 6 months.
What is Ultherapy® patented DeepSEE™ visualisation technology?
Approved by the FDA in 2004, Ultherapy® is recognised as the Gold Standard in skin lifting and tightening.
It is the first, and arguably the only, device in the world to use its patented ultrasound visualisation technology, DeepSEE™.
This allows the doctor to better target the skin, bone, and muscle structures and focus on the areas where collagen rebuilding is most required.
Is Ultherapy® Prime treatment bearable?
There may be some discomfort when ultrasound energy is delivered, but this is only a temporary sensation and a positive sign that the collagen-building process has been initiated.
Will Ultherapy® Prime face burn my skin? Is it safe?
Ultherapy® ultrasound waves pass through the skin surface. Ultherapy® Prime is safe and effective, ideal for women and men, with over 1,750,000 treatments performed worldwide.
The safety and efficacy of Ultherapy® Prime have been established through published clinical studies.
Who is Ultherapy® Prime most suited for?
Ultherapy® face lift is an ideal treatment for men and women concerned with sagging skin, jowls, skin laxity, drooping eyelids, lines and wrinkles on a crepey décolletage [3].
How long does each session of Ultherapy® Prime face lift last?
Forty-five minutes to an hour.
What is the cost of Ultherapy® Prime facelift treatment in Singapore?
The cost of Ultherapy® Prime treatment in Singapore varies depending on the treatment area and the degree of skin laxity. For more accurate pricing, kindly schedule a private consultation with Dr Ivan Puah.
How soon will I notice the results?
New collagen works to lift the skin from within. The effect continues to improve for three to six months and can last a year or more.
What is the difference between Ultherapy® Prime and High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)?
Many think that High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) and Ultherapy® Prime are the same treatment, but this is incorrect.
Ultherapy® Prime and HIFU aim to tighten and lift sagging skin, but they use different technologies and techniques.
Unlike HIFU, Ultherapy® Prime has the added benefit of real-time imaging and micro-focused Ultrasound technology.
Additionally, HIFU and Ultherapy® Prime use different types of ultrasound beams.
Ultherapy® Prime
- Uses ultrasound technology that precisely targets the treated area
- Stimulates collagen production deep within the skin
- Addresses brow, chin, neck & décolletage
- No downtime
HIFU
- Ultrasound energy that uses a broader, more diffuse approach
- Heats the skin tissue at various depths
- Promotes collagen and elastin production
- Minimal side effects
Your skin laxity, concerns, and desired results will also play a significant role in determining which treatment is right for you.
What is the difference between legacy Ultherapy® and Ultherapy® Prime?
The Ultherapy® Prime difference includes:
- Larger Screen: A 35% larger screen provides clearer, sharper real-time imaging, enabling better visualisation of tissue layers.
- Faster Treatment: With about 20% more efficiency, you can expect shorter sessions without compromising results.
- Customised Precision: Enhanced imaging allows for more accurate targeting, particularly in delicate areas like the brow, ensuring personalised treatments.
- Improved Comfort: Better energy delivery techniques reduce discomfort and heat sensations, making the experience much more pleasant.
- Targeted Design: Optimised for precise energy delivery in specific areas, such as under the chin and around the face.
Ultherapy® Prime combines these features to deliver a more comfortable and effective lifting and tightening experience for anyone looking to enhance their skin.
How does Ultherapy® Prime benefit men?
Research indicates that men prefer subtle enhancements to look more rested while preserving their masculine features [4].
Men's skin is thicker and contains more collagen, making it firmer but more prone to sagging because it has less fat. Their muscle mass contributes to a stronger jawline.
This makes men ideal candidates for Ultherapy® Prime, which offers gradual, natural-looking improvements without drastic changes.
Is Ultherapy® Prime suitable for those above 60?
At 68 years of age, a patient noticed her jawline softening into jowls, her cheeks losing their firmness and descending, and her eyebrows adopting a subtle droop that friends, kindly but consistently, pointed out.
While the patient desired a skin lift, the idea of a surgical facelift was out of the question. So she turned to Ultherapy Prime at Amaris B. Clinic.
After 6 to 8 weeks, she noticed her skin feeling firmer and tighter. The initial tired, sagging appearance began to soften.
Is Ultherapy® Prime safe for all skin types?
Designed for those who are starting to notice mild to moderate signs of ageing, Ultherapy® Prime serves as an excellent non-surgical alternative for lifting and tightening the skin.
It is also safe for all skin types and most effective for individuals.
Who is a good candidate for Ultherapy® Prime?
You may be a good candidate for this treatment if you have:
- Sagging skin on your face or neck
- A loss of definition along the jawline or under the chin
- Wrinkles and fine lines on your face or décolletage
- A desire for overall skin firming and rejuvenation
What takes place during an Ultherapy® Prime consultation with the doctor?
Ultherapy® Prime consultation at Amaris B. Clinic:
- Guided through a structured journey
- Starts with a comprehensive medical history review for a personalised treatment plan.
- Discuss expected outcomes, how long results may last, and realistic timelines.
- Tailored to the areas that matter most to you, such as sagging brows, a double chin, jowls, or overall facial laxity
Why do women experience a decrease in collagen levels after menopause?
Research shows that after menopause, women lose collagen in their skin [5].
On average, collagen levels drop by 2.1% and skin thickness decreases by 1.13% each year for about 15 to 18 years.
Another study found that post-menopausal women had lower collagen levels than premenopausal women [6].
Why are my collagen supplements not tightening my skin as they claim to?
Collagen is a natural protein that helps keep the skin firm, toned, and youthful.
However, there is no scientific evidence that consuming or applying collagen can make the skin supple [1].
Our collagen production starts to decline by 1% after we reach 20, and it will continue to decline as we grow older [7].
Eating collagen or applying collagen cream or skincare cannot penetrate the deep skin barrier, and the only way to rejuvenate collagen is by regrowth.
Why is Ultherapy® Prime good for collagen banking?
Collagen banking is not just about immediate enhancements; it's about long-term skin health. Starting collagen banking early can result in a more pronounced improvement as the skin naturally begins to lose collagen with age.
By incorporating Ultherapy® Prime into a skincare regimen, you can proactively support your skin and help stave off the signs of ageing, particularly beneficial for those in their 30s and 40s.
