Lifting & Tightening
Ultherapy PRIME at Cellier Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul: lifting, firmness, V-line contour.
Benefits of Ultherapy PRIME
- 01
Lifts from a deeper layer
Focused ultrasound energy is delivered to the SMAS layer, below the skin's surface.
- 02
Contour that defines over time
Lifting and contour improve gradually as new collagen forms. Most patients notice a change from around week 4.
- 03
Firmer skin with a smoother texture
Targets the fascia and dermis to strengthen firmness and refine skin texture.
- 04
Back to normal life right away
No downtime: you can resume normal activity after the session. Makeup is fine from the next day.
- Treatment time
- 20–30 minutes (300-shot protocol)
- Visible results
- From around week 4
- Results last
- 6–12 months, depending on skin condition
- Downtime
- None; resume normal activity right away
Concerns Ultherapy PRIME is used for
Sagging and loss of firmness
How it works on thisEnergy reaches the SMAS layer, and fibroblasts then produce new collagen and elastin over the following weeks.
A double chin or blurred jawline
How it works on thisDouble chin and neck are treatment areas, and the aim is a better-defined facial contour.
Lines around the eyes and between the brows
How it works on thisThe eye area and the space between the brows (glabella) are treatment areas for firming and smoothing.
Worried standard Ultherapy will be uncomfortable
How it works on thisCellier describes PRIME as a faster session with less discomfort than standard Ultherapy. Topical, nerve block, or IV sedation options are available.
Thicker skin that responded weakly before
How it works on thisThree cartridges (1.5, 3.0, and 4.5 mm) let your doctor choose the treatment depth, guided by real-time DEEP SEE imaging.
Starting from a concern instead? See sagging skin & loss of firmness and jawline, V-line & double chin.
How Ultherapy PRIME works, in plain language
- 1
Sound energy focuses at one depth
A cartridge sets the depth (1.5, 3.0, or 4.5 mm) while real-time DEEP SEE imaging guides placement.
- 2
Skin starts to repair
Immune cells clear and repair the targeted tissue and prepare it for new collagen.
- 3
New collagen builds and settles
Fibroblasts make new collagen and elastin, which matures over the following weeks.
See it layer by layer
Pick a transducer cartridge to see how deep the energy goes, then tap each step to see how skin responds in the weeks that follow.
1 · Choose a treatment depth
DS 4-4.5: Treatment depth of 4.5 mm, reaching the fascia (SMAS) layer.
2 · See how skin responds
4.5mm depth
Focused ultrasound
Schematic illustration, not to scale. Layer thickness varies from person to person. Individual results vary.
Illustrative explanation. Individual results vary.
Handpiece
What goes into an Ultherapy PRIME session
- 01Focused ultrasound (HIFU)High-intensity focused ultrasound delivers energy to the SMAS layer.
- 02DEEP SEE™ imagingReal-time ultrasound imaging is used during treatment.
- 03Three transducersCartridges marked DS 10-1.5, DS 7-3.0, and DS 4-4.5 are used for treatment depths of 1.5, 3.0, and 4.5 mm.
Treatment areas
- Forehead
- Eyebrow
- Glabella
- Eye area
- Cheek
- Buccal fat
- Nasolabial folds
- Perioral
- Double chin
- Neck
Your doctor confirms the exact areas at consultation.
Ultherapy PRIME and similar lifting & tightening treatments
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Lifting from the SMAS layer, with depth-matched cartridges and real-time imaging.
- Approach
- Focused ultrasound (HIFU)
- Session
- 20–30 minutes (300-shot protocol)
- Visible results
- From around week 4
- Results last
- 6–12 months, depending on skin condition
- Downtime
- None; resume normal activity right away
You want hydration from within, smoother texture, and a natural glow.
- Approach
- Hyaluronic-acid-based injection
- Session
- About 10 minutes
- Visible results
- From around week 2
- Results last
- 3–6 months, depending on skin condition
- Downtime
- 1–2 weeks
You want pores, fine lines, hydration, and volume addressed in one program.
- Approach
- Skin and collagen booster injections
- Session
- Under 10 minutes
- Visible results
- Skin booster: 1–2 weeks. Collagen booster: after 3 sessions, 4 weeks apart
- Results last
- Skin booster: around 3–4 months. Collagen booster: around 6 months
- Downtime
- Skin booster: 1–2 weeks. Collagen booster: within 3 days
You want radiofrequency heating of the dermis and fat layer, with cooling throughout and no downtime.
- Approach
- Monopolar radiofrequency (RF)
- Session
- 20–30 minutes (300-shot protocol)
- Visible results
- From around week 4
- Results last
- 6–12 months, depending on skin condition
- Downtime
- None; resume normal activity right away
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Ultherapy PRIME aftercare, step by step
Right after
Mild redness, swelling, or tingling can occur and usually fades on its own.
Next day
Cleansing and makeup are fine starting the next day.
First week
Avoid sauna, alcohol, and strenuous exercise for one week.
Ongoing
Keep the treated area clean and use sunscreen to support recovery and results.
Individual results vary.
About Ultherapy PRIME
Ultherapy PRIME delivers focused ultrasound energy to the SMAS layer, the same layer a surgical facelift works on. It uses real-time DEEP SEE imaging and three interchangeable transducers matched to your skin. It's designed for patients who found standard Ultherapy too costly or too uncomfortable, or whose thicker skin responded weakly to earlier treatments.
Ultherapy PRIME is part of our Lifting & Tightening treatments.
What should I know about Ultherapy PRIME at Cellier Clinic?
Ultherapy PRIME is offered at Cellier Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. A session takes 20–30 minutes (300-shot protocol). Visible results: from around week 4. Results last 6–12 months, depending on skin condition. Downtime: none; resume normal activity right away. Individual results vary.
Ultherapy PRIME pricing
| Option | Price (approx. USD and KRW) |
|---|---|
| 300 shots | ≈ $1,000KRW 1,350,000 |
| 400 shots | ≈ $1,270KRW 1,720,000 |
| 600 shots | ≈ $1,780KRW 2,400,000 |
| 800 shots | ≈ $2,370KRW 3,200,000 |
USD amounts are approximate and vary with the exchange rate. Your exact cost is confirmed at consultation.
Ultherapy PRIME: frequently asked questions
When will I see results?
Most patients start to see a lift around 4 weeks after treatment, as new collagen gradually rebuilds the skin's support structure.
How long do results last?
Results typically last 6 to 12 months, depending on your skin condition and natural aging.
Is there any downtime?
No. You can return to your normal routine right after treatment. Makeup and skincare are fine starting the next day.
Your doctor
Dr. Jeonghyun Yeom, Director
The Ultherapy PRIME information on this page is based on the treatment details used at Cellier Clinic, and your doctor confirms suitability, anesthesia, and pricing at an in-person consultation.
Updated 2026-11-10
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Individual results vary. Information on this site is for general education and is not medical advice. Treatment suitability is determined at an in-person consultation.