Ultherapy Prime in Seongsu, Seoul
Imaging-guided MFU-V lifting down to the SMAS layer with Dr. Park Kyung-min
Ultherapy Prime is the imaging-guided focused ultrasound device we use at Seongsu Melting Clinic for lifting the brow, cheeks, jawline, and neck. Dr. Park Kyung-min combines a hands-on facial exam with real-time ultrasound imaging so each line of energy is placed where your anatomy needs it.
What is Ultherapy Prime?
Ultherapy Prime uses MFU-V, micro-focused ultrasound with visualization. The device focuses ultrasound energy to precise points beneath the skin. At those points, tissue is briefly heated, creating small coagulation zones. Over time, the body repairs these zones with new collagen, which can gradually tighten and lift.
The "visualization" is what makes the device distinctive. With DeepSee imaging, the practitioner can view tissue layers up to 8mm deep on screen before delivering energy. That means the skin, fat, and deeper support layers can be identified rather than estimated.
Three depths, three purposes
Ultherapy Prime has transducers for three depths:
- 4.5mm: reaches the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system), the fibrous support layer that holds the face's soft tissue. This is the layer surgeons reposition in a facelift, and treating it non-surgically aims at lift rather than surface change.
- 3.0mm: the deeper dermis, supporting firmness and skin thickness.
- 1.5mm: the more superficial layer, often used for texture and fine crepiness in suitable areas.
Using more than one depth in the same area may address support and skin quality together.
How we approach Ultherapy Prime at Seongsu Melting Clinic
Dr. Park starts with his hands. He palpates the retaining ligaments and fat compartments to map where sagging begins, then uses the DeepSee image to confirm tissue thickness. In thinner areas he may avoid the deepest setting; in heavier areas he may focus on SMAS-level lines. If the exam shows that hollowing or volume loss, not laxity, is your main issue, he will say so and may suggest boosters or other options instead.
A good fit if…
- You have mild to moderate sagging of the lower face, jawline, or neck
- You want a lift-focused treatment without surgery
- You appreciate a treatment where tissue layers can be seen before energy is delivered
- You are comfortable waiting several weeks or longer for results to develop
Consider something else if…
- You are pregnant, or have an active infection or open wound in the area
- You have very lean or hollow cheeks where heat could make volume loss more visible
- You have advanced laxity or heavy excess skin that would respond better to surgery
- You want the lifting to be visible within days
What to expect
Your consultation is with Dr. Park from start to finish. He explains the plan before treatment and keeps talking with you during it. Ultrasound pulses may feel like deep heat or brief sharp tingles, particularly near bone. Comfort varies, and the pace can be adjusted.
You may see redness and mild swelling for a few hours to a few days, and the jawline can feel tender to the touch for a while. Most people resume normal activities straight away. Lifting and firming typically develop gradually over the following months. Results vary, and maintenance timing is discussed at consultation.
Aftercare
- Use mild skincare and skip active exfoliants for a few days
- Apply sunscreen every morning
- Avoid saunas, hot yoga, and alcohol on the treatment day
- Let us know about any numbness or tenderness that does not ease over time
A note from Dr. Park
Dr. Park often tells patients that seeing the tissue on screen is helpful, but it is the exam before that which decides the plan. He looks at the structure of the face first and chooses depths second, and he is open about when a different treatment would serve a patient better.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Ultherapy Prime target the SMAS?
The SMAS supports the face's soft tissue. Heating it at 4.5mm aims to tighten this support layer, which is why the treatment focuses on lift rather than only surface change.
Is Ultherapy Prime uncomfortable?
Many patients feel deep warmth or brief sharp sensations. Dr. Park explains each step and adjusts pacing to your comfort.
How many sessions will I need?
Many patients start with one session and consider maintenance later. Your plan depends on your tissue and goals.
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- Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
- Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
- Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
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Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.