How Ultherapy PRIME Works – A Deep Dive into the Science of Sound

The Power of Sound – Lifting Skin Without Surgery

Ultherapy PRIME is one of the most advanced non-invasive technologies for lifting and tightening the skin. But what makes it truly unique is how it works—not with heat, light, or needles—but with sound.

Yes, ultrasound—specifically, microfocused ultrasound with visualisation (MFU-V)—is the secret behind Ultherapy’s ability to stimulate collagen and lift skin naturally.

What Is Microfocused Ultrasound?

Microfocused ultrasound is a highly controlled sound wave that penetrates deep into your skin—without disrupting the surface.

🎯 It targets three key layers:

1. Superficial dermis – to firm fine lines
2. Deep dermis – to rebuild collagen and elasticity
3. SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system) – the same layer surgeons lift in a facelift

Ultherapy is the only FDA-cleared device that can safely reach this deep layer non-invasively.

How Ultherapy PRIME Improves on the Original Technology

Ultherapy PRIME is the newest generation of this technology, offering:

• Improved comfort
• Faster treatments
• Sharper imaging
• Higher precision with the See Plan Treat protocol

At VIDASKIN, we’re proud to be the first clinic in Singapore to introduce Ultherapy PRIME and one of the few global training centres trusted to teach doctors how to deliver it.

Step-by-Step: How Ultherapy PRIME Works

1. Real-Time Imaging (See)

Before treating, your skin is scanned with an ultrasound probe. This lets the doctor see the exact depth and thickness of your tissue.

2. Energy Mapping (Plan)

We map out a treatment customised to you—adjusting depths, zones, and energy settings for maximum effectiveness with minimal discomfort.

3. Precise Delivery (Treat)

Microfocused ultrasound energy is delivered in a line pattern to specific depths. Each pulse heats a small point (1 mm³), triggering collagen regeneration without harming the surrounding skin.

What Happens After the Treatment?

While you may notice a slight lift immediately, the real magic happens over the next 2–3 months, as your body naturally produces new, stronger collagen.

Over time, this results in:

• Firmer skin
• Tighter jawline
• Lifted brows and cheeks
• Smoothed lines on the neck and décolletage

Best of all? It’s 100% natural-looking and gradual, so you never look “done”—just subtly refreshed.

Why Ultherapy Is So Safe

• ✅ Non-invasive – no needles or surgery
• ✅ No downtime – resume your routine immediately
• ✅ Precise targeting – using real-time ultrasound imaging
• ✅ FDA-cleared for lifting – face, neck, brows, and chest
• ✅ Backed by over 2 million treatments worldwide

At VIDASKIN, we follow the See Plan Treat protocol to ensure clinical safety, anatomical accuracy, and predictable results.

The Science, Simplified

Think of Ultherapy treatment like building scaffolding under the skin. The ultrasound energy heats collagen-rich zones, causing them to contract and tighten immediately, while also kickstarting a long-term regeneration process.

It’s not about artificially puffing the skin up—it’s about awakening your skin’s own natural lifting mechanism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How deep does Ultherapy go?
A: Ultherapy can reach depths of 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm—all in one session. The deepest layer is the SMAS, which is also lifted during a surgical facelift.

Q: Does Ultherapy damage the skin?
A: No. The energy bypasses the surface, targeting precise points under the skin without affecting the epidermis.

Q: Is it the same as HIFU?
A: No. While HIFU also uses ultrasound, Ultherapy in Singapore is FDA-cleared, supported by over 110 peer-reviewed studies, and includes real-time imaging, making it safer and more effective.

Why Choose VIDASKIN for Ultherapy PRIME?

• 🧠 Official Ultherapy Training Clinic
• 🥇 Gold Award for Ultherapy Excellence
• 🇸🇬 First in Singapore to offer Ultherapy PRIME
• 💡 Doctor-led treatment using real-time visualisation

💖 Trusted by patients for both results and care