Ultrasonic SMAS lifting Ultraformer 3

Typically, the SMAS lift procedure is not accompanied by severe pain, although some patients may experience mild sensitivity. Descriptions of the sensations range from warmth to tingling, but the procedure does not damage the skin and does not require anesthesia, as most patients tolerate it quite easily.

Ultraformer 3 perfectly complements other anti-aging treatments. It is recommended to first perform SMAS lifting using the ULTRAFORMER III device, and then, after 1-1.5 months, use injections of hyaluronic acid fillers to restore volume in the desired areas.

After using Ultraformer 3, short-term redness of the skin may occur, which usually resolves within a couple of hours. Some patients may also experience mild swelling that subsides within 2 days. No special recovery period is required, so you can return to your normal lifestyle immediately after visiting the Era Esthetic Avenue medical center.

Face: ultrasonic lifting helps to correct sagging fatty tissues, reduce wrinkles and eliminate jowls. Neck: the use of Ultraformer 3 helps improve skin turgor and get rid of the so-called ‘rings of Venus’. Eyelids: The treatment reduces puffiness under the eyes and firms the skin in the area without sebaceous glands. Cleavage: Helps strengthen skin tissue. Knees: Effectively fights local fat deposits that are difficult to remove with diet and exercise. Belly: used to correct problem areas that arise after pregnancy, childbirth or sudden weight loss. Chin: returns a clear facial contour and helps eliminate local fat deposits.

The first results are noticeable immediately after the procedure, and the full effect develops within 3-5 months.

Ultrasound technology is safe for the skin because it specifically targets the muscular-fascial system without affecting the upper layers of the dermis.

The number of passes is determined individually depending on the size of the treated area, skin condition and expected result. On average, about 500 passes are required for the face, 200 for the eye area, and 800 to 1,000 passes for the body (such as the abdomen).

Facial massage is possible 2-3 months after the procedure, but may not be necessary due to the long-term tightening and lifting effect that hardware SMAS lifting provides.

Hardware SMAS lifting is not a complete analogue of surgical lifting and does not provide the same powerful effect. However, it has advantages: the absence of long recovery, anesthesia, scars and stress on the body. The procedure is comfortable and does not require giving up your normal lifestyle. The effect develops gradually and shows no signs of interference. In cases of significant excess skin, severe age-related changes, or after dramatic weight loss, a surgical lift may be a more appropriate option. The surgical procedure lasts 3.5-4 hours under general anesthesia and requires a recovery period of about 10-14 days, including temporary dietary restrictions due to discomfort when chewing.

After hardware exposure to SMAS, provided that the procedure is performed correctly, there are no restrictions for future surgical lifting. If such intervention is necessary, hardware SMAS even helps to strengthen and compact the SMAS ‘corset’, which provides better tissue fixation during subsequent surgery.

The procedure is suitable for people aged 20-25 years, if there are appropriate indications. For young patients, SMAS lifting can serve as a prevention of ptosis of the tissues of the face and neck, help in correcting the contours of the face, cheekbones, as well as eliminating ‘malar bags’ and other imperfections. It should be noted that the opinion of some experts is that in very young people under 30 years of age and in older people after 65 years of age, the effect of the procedure may be less noticeable due to either shortage or excess of age-related changes.

Yes, men also resort to this procedure due to its non-invasiveness, painlessness, lack of need for a recovery period and good anti-aging effect.

After procedures using fillers, threads or Botox, it is recommended to wait some time before the Ultraformer session. The use of ultrasound in areas where biopolymer gels or gold threads have been injected is not recommended.

A few days before SMAS lifting, you can perform various cosmetic procedures, including facial massage, cleansing and skin care;

Within 2 weeks before lifting, procedures such as biorevitalization, mesotherapy, plasma lifting, botulinum therapy, collagen rejuvenation, chemical peelings and photorejuvenation are suitable;

A month before SMAS lifting, you can undergo procedures using Radiesse, contouring and laser skin resurfacing, as well as RF lifting;

3-6 months before lifting, it is possible to use contour plastic surgery, but it is worth considering that ultrasound can affect the duration of action of the filler;

6 months before the procedure, you can do thread lifting.

After SMAS lifting, there are no strict time restrictions for injection procedures (Botox, biorevitalization, plasma lifting, Radiesse, contouring), treatments and massages. After 14 days to a month, you can begin hardware rejuvenation methods, depending on the specific problem.

In cases of limited time or the need for quick results, some procedures can be performed directly after ultrasound treatment. However, you should consult a cosmetologist to determine the optimal sequence and the possibility of combining procedures.

What to avoid:

Do not expose the treatment area to high temperatures – avoid washing  it with hot water during the first 24 hours;

Refrain from visiting the bathhouse and sauna for the first 3 days;

Do not use scrubs or other exfoliating products for a week after lifting;

Use sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 when actively exposed to the sun;

Avoid facial massage;

Limit intense sports training and heavy physical activity.

What you can do: Use decorative cosmetics immediately after the procedure, since the surface of the skin is not damaged; Use anti-inflammatory and wound-healing products in case of pain, if recommended by your doctor. If the patient wishes and there are indications, this procedure can be combined with other procedures (contour plastic surgery, botulinum therapy, etc.) in one visit, but if possible and in case you are doing SMAS for the first time, it is recommended to separate cosmetic procedures in time to observe the individual skin reaction.

SMAS lifting is allowed in the presence of dental implants and veneers, since the materials from which they are made are not subject to damage or overheating during the procedure and do not affect its implementation.