HIFU
High-intensity focused ultrasound is a non-invasive therapeutic technique that uses non-ionizing ultrasonic waves to heat or ablate tissue. HIFU can be used to increase the flow of blood or lymph, or to destroy tissue, such as tumors, via thermal and mechanical mechanisms.
HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
2-3 Sessions a year
Face – 60 mins $583.77
Neck – 45 mins $583.77
Face & Neck – 60 mins $643.44
HIFU / Nature’s Spa Ultralift combination – 60 mins $701.93
HIFU / Nature’s Spa Signature Ultralift combination – 60 mins $854.53
What To Expect During Procedure HIFU
There’s no special preparation needed before having a HIFU procedure. You should remove all makeup and skin care products from the target area before treatment.
Here’s what to expect at your appointment:
- The therapist first cleans the target area.
- the therapist will take photos before and after.
- The therapist or technician then applies an ultrasound gel.
- The HIFU device is placed against the skin.
- Using an ultrasound viewer, the therapist adjusts the device to the right setting.
- Ultrasound energy is then delivered to the target area in short pulses for roughly 30 to 90 minutes.
- The device is removed.
If additional treatments are needed, you will schedule the next treatment.
While the ultrasound energy is being applied, you might feel heat and tingling. You can take pain medication if it’s bothersome.
You’re free to go home and resume your normal daily activities right away after the procedure.
HIFU treatment for face side effects
HIFU is considered very safe if performed by a trained and qualified professional.
The best part about this treatment is that you’re able to resume your normal activities immediately after you leave the provider’s office. Some slight redness or swelling may occur, but it should subside quickly. A light tingling sensation in the treated area may persist for a few weeks.
Rarely, you may experience temporary numbness or bruising, but these side effects usually go away after a few days.
HIFU before & aftercare Checklist
Before:
Prior to your treatment, we recommend avoiding tanning beds, sunless tanning creams and prolonged sun exposure for four weeks prior to your first appointment. We also recommend patients stop using topical retina, retinol, retinoid or any chemical peel products 48 hours prior to treatment.
After:
- Avoid the sun. After the HIFU skin treatment, it is important for you to try to prevent yourself from exposure to sunlight and cold for a few weeks.
- Take a break from alcohol. Stop giving your liver excess work.
- Don’t scratch your skin.
- Drink more water.
- Don’t have hot showers or baths.
