How Does Aging Affect Ultherapy® Results Over Time?

If you have loose skin along your jawline or new creases around your eyes and mouth, Ultherapy® may be an effective solution. This nonsurgical treatment uses ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin from deep within.

So how does aging affect Ultherapy results over time? Ongoing collagen loss, volume loss, sun damage, and gravity all play a role. The good news is that your skin ages from a firmer starting point, and touch-up sessions can help you hold on to your results.

At Dermatology Center of Dallas in Dallas, TX, our team offers Ultherapy treatment to help men and women look refreshed without invasive surgery. Call today to learn more and schedule a consultation.

How does Ultherapy work?

Many patients ask, “How does Ultherapy work?” before booking. The treatment uses focused ultrasound energy to gently heat the foundation of your skin without harming the outer layers. As the skin heals, this heat helps boost collagen production.

During your visit to our office in Dallas, TX, we apply a numbing agent and move a handheld device across the treatment area. A session takes 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the size of the area. You may have mild redness or tenderness afterward, but you can return to your day right away. Most people notice tighter skin after six weeks, with full results developing over 3 to 6 months.

Ultherapy treatment works best for men and women with mild to moderate sagging. Many patients also find that fine lines and wrinkles around the brow, eyes, and mouth look smoother. For more severe sagging, facelift surgery may give you better results.

How aging changes your results over time

Ultherapy results often last a year or longer, but your skin doesn’t stop aging after treatment. Here’s what affects your results over time:

• Ongoing collagen loss: Your body makes less collagen each year, so treated skin gradually loses some firmness
• Volume loss: Fat and bone in the face thin out with age, which can make loose skin more noticeable
• Sun damage: UV rays break down collagen and can lead to new fine lines and wrinkles
• Gravity: Skin naturally pulls downward over time, especially along the jawline and neck

Tips to keep your results looking their best

The good news? A few healthy habits can help you get the most out of your Ultherapy treatment at Dermatology Center of Dallas:

• Schedule touch-ups: Many patients come back about once a year to boost collagen production and maintain their lift
• Wear sunscreen daily: A broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher helps protect your new collagen from UV damage
• Avoid smoking: Smoking speeds up skin aging and breaks down the proteins that keep skin firm
• Keep your weight steady: Big weight changes can stretch the skin and lead to more loose skin
• Pair it with other treatments: Injectables or laser skin resurfacing can address volume loss and surface concerns like fine lines and wrinkles

Plan your Ultherapy results for the long run

If you have questions such as, “How does Ultherapy work?” or “How often should I come back for touch-ups?” we’re here to answer them. At Dermatology Center of Dallas in Dallas, TX, we’ll evaluate your skin and create a plan to boost collagen production and keep you looking firm over time. Call today to discover more about Ultherapy and book a consultation.