Direct Physician Consultation in Seongsu-dong, Sio Clinic Ultherapy Lifting

Direct Physician Consultation in Seongsu-dong,

Sio Clinic Ultherapy Lifting

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Hello, this is Sio Clinic in Seongsu-dong, where you receive direct care from our director.

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As the plump cheeks of your 20s begin to fade over time, the 'lack of volume' becomes a defining factor in your appearance from your 30s onwards.

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In particular, the so-called 'peanut-shaped face,' where the temples and side cheeks become hollow and the cheekbones stand out, is a decisive moment for many to consider a lifting procedure.

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Today, at Sio Clinic, where you receive direct care from our director, we would like to explain the principles of Ultherapy in detail, along with suitable cases and types that require caution.

Types where Ultherapy lifting works precisely

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In cases accompanied by structural sagging where mid-face volume decreases and the lower jawline blurs, Ultherapy becomes a very powerful procedure.

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Suitability: It accurately delivers high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) energy to the SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System) layer, the root cause of aging. By condensing the fascia layer at a depth of 4.5mm and tightening the loosened supporting ligaments, it realigns the overall facial contour.

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Appropriate skin thickness: If your skin thickness is adequate and there is no excessive subcutaneous fat accumulation, but your jawline has collapsed, you can expect a natural lifting effect that fills from the fascia layer using only a non-surgical method.

Limited cases to consider when using Ultherapy alone

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Ultherapy has the property of contracting fat, so depending on the anatomical structure of the face, a combination treatment may be more effective than a standalone procedure.

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Severe cheek hollowing: If collagen loss in the dermis and subcutaneous fat atrophy are severe, it is difficult to complete the aesthetics of 'fullness' with lifting alone. In this case, a design is needed that builds a support structure with Ultherapy and combines it with treatments like Juvelook or fillers to help reconstruct the soft tissue.

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Excessive fat and low elasticity: If the fat layer around the jaw is too thick, or conversely, if the skin's own elasticity is extremely low, indiscriminate high-energy irradiation can actually lead to cheek hollowing or line imbalance. These are side effects caused by uniform shot distribution that does not consider tissue response.

Why the medical team's 'lifting design' determines the results

Ultherapy is not just about using equipment; the core is the design process that precisely analyzes the patient's face.

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Real-time ultrasound monitoring (DeepSEE™): At Sio Clinic, where you receive direct care from our director, we check the skin thickness, blood vessel location, and fascia depth—which differ for each patient—in real-time through ultrasound images during the procedure.

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Custom design: The intensity of the energy and the direction (vector) of the shots must be adjusted differently according to the aging pattern. A precise design that avoids areas where nerves pass while concentrating energy on areas that need support is essential for safe and three-dimensional results.

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The key to peanut-shaped face lifting: 'Relocation and Alignment'

The goal of peanut-shaped face lifting is

not simply to pull upward.

It is to soften the boundaries of curved areas and realign the facial structure.

By precisely targeting the fascia layer through Ultherapy, the lower tissues contract firmly, and as a result, you can restore a smooth V-line and a balanced facial contour even with non-surgical methods.

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Lifting can leave some with dramatic changes,

and others with disappointing results.

Even for a peanut-shaped face, Ultherapy alone may not be the answer depending on the individual's degree of cheek hollowing or skin condition. This is why precise analysis and a customized design tailored to your face shape must come before any unconditional procedure.

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