Ultherapy Prime in Cheongdam & Apgujeong, Seoul

What is Ultherapy Prime?

Ultherapy Prime is the current generation of Ultherapy, a micro-focused ultrasound device made by Merz Aesthetics. It delivers ultrasound energy to tiny, precise points beneath the skin, creating small zones of heat at set depths while the surface is left intact. The body responds to these controlled micro-injuries by producing new collagen and tightening the treated tissue over the following weeks.

What sets Ultherapy apart from many energy devices is that it can reach the SMAS, the same supporting layer that surgeons address in a facelift, and that the practitioner can see the tissue layers on screen through built-in ultrasound imaging. This visualisation helps confirm that energy is being placed at the intended depth and away from structures such as bone.

How Doje Clinic approaches Ultherapy Prime

Dr. Byun Jeik is a member of the Merz Advisory Board and received the Merz Golden Record Award 2024 as Ultherapy Transducers Winner. In practice this means careful attention to which transducers are used, at what depth, and where.

• Chosen, not bundled – Doje selects energy devices by depth, degree of sagging, fat and skin elasticity, and explicitly avoids applying every device as a package.
• Mapped to anatomy – deeper transducers are used where support is needed, such as along the jaw and cheek, and more superficial ones where skin texture and fine laxity matter.
• Fat-aware – in thin faces, energy placement is planned to avoid unwanted loss of fullness.
• Combined logically – for marked descent, Ultherapy Prime may support a Doje signature thread lift rather than replace it.

Who it suits — and who it doesn't

• Suits mild to moderate laxity, often from the thirties onwards, as prevention or early correction.
• Suits people who want gradual, natural-looking tightening without injections or incisions.
• Suits maintenance after a thread lift or as part of a long-term plan.
• Less suitable for marked sagging where tissue needs repositioning; a thread lift is usually more effective.
• Not suitable during pregnancy, over open wounds or active acne in the area, or with certain implants or conditions reviewed at consultation.

What to expect, step by step

1. Consultation: assessment of laxity, tissue thickness and fat distribution.
2. Mapping: treatment zones and transducer depths planned for your face.
3. Comfort: numbing cream or other comfort measures as appropriate; sensations of heat and deep prickling are common during delivery.
4. Treatment: ultrasound imaging guides each line of energy.
5. After: you can usually return to normal activities the same day.

Recovery and aftercare

Mild redness typically fades within hours. Some people notice tenderness along the jaw or cheekbones, slight swelling, or occasionally small bruises or temporary numbness, which usually resolve over days to a few weeks. Use gentle skincare and sunscreen, and avoid very hot environments or intense exercise for the first day or two. Results build gradually; reviewing photographs after two to three months gives a fairer picture than looking in the mirror the next morning.

Cost

Fees depend on the areas treated and the number of lines delivered, which are set by your anatomy rather than by a package. A quote is given after the 1:1 consultation; ask for it in writing. Korean non-covered (비급여) aesthetic fees are set per plan.

Frequently asked questions

How does Ultherapy Prime differ from Thermage?

Ultherapy Prime uses focused ultrasound to reach deeper layers including the SMAS, while Thermage uses radiofrequency mainly to heat the dermis. They can complement each other.

Does Ultherapy Prime hurt?

Many people feel heat and deep prickling during treatment, especially over bone. Comfort measures are discussed beforehand.

When will I see results?

Some firmness may be noticed early, but collagen remodelling typically builds over about two to three months.

How often should I repeat it?

Many patients repeat it around once a year as maintenance, but timing depends on your skin and goals.

Can it replace a thread lift?

Not for marked sagging. Ultherapy tightens and stimulates collagen, while threads physically reposition tissue.

Related at Doje Clinic

• Ultherapy vs Thermage
• Ultherapy vs Softwave
• Thread Lift vs Ultherapy
• Loss of Skin Elasticity
• Energy Devices and Treatment Depth
• What Is the SMAS Layer?
• Aftercare for Energy Devices

Medical information on this page is general education, not a diagnosis. Suitability, risks and the final plan are confirmed in a 1:1 consultation with Dr. Byun Jeik. Last updated 17 October 2026.