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Microfocused Ultrasound (Ulthera/HIFU) vs Surgical Facelift

Compare microfocused ultrasound with surgical facelift. Understand differences, indications and limitations of each treatment.

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Dr. Roberio Brandao

Creator of Modern Face

Updated December 1, 2024

What is Microfocused Ultrasound?

Technologies like Ulthera, Ultraformer and other HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) use ultrasound to create deep heating points, stimulating contraction and collagen production.

Who Is It Indicated For?

Ultrasound - Good for:

  • • Mild early laxity
  • • Post-facelift maintenance
  • • Those who don’t want surgery
  • • Early prevention

Facelift - Necessary for:

  • • Moderate to severe laxity
  • • Real tissue ptosis
  • • Excess skin
  • • Significant result

The Marketing Problem

Many clinics sell ultrasound as “facelift without surgery”. This creates unrealistic expectations. Ultrasound can slightly improve contour, but doesn’t replace surgical repositioning of ptosed tissues.

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