Focused Ultrasound (Hifu in English) is one of the rejuvenation solutions currently available to achieve a real NON-invasive MEDICAL LIFTING.
What are Focused Ultrasound (HIFU)?
HIFU is an innovative technique developed for more than 9 years in the USA and approved by the FDA. Focused ultrasound, in English Hifu for High Intensity Focalized Ultrasound, however, has only very recently been approved in France. The process is based on the ability of focused ultrasound to heat the different layers of the skin.
You can compare the action of focused ultrasound (Hifu) to a magnifying glass that concentrates the sun’s rays at a single point. The machine delivers ultrasonic energy in the form of multiple impacts.
The heat thus produced is propagated from the surface to the depth of the skin, from the epidermis to the dermis, but it can also reach the deeper fat and muscle layers. This leads to a progressive retraction of the tissues that are crossed—skin and muscles—as well as fat reduction, producing within a few weeks a true non-invasive natural lifting effect. In addition, the heat activates the synthesis of new collagen and elastin fibers, resulting in real rejuvenation of the skin.
Ultrasound is delivered by a probe that is moved over the skin. 3 types of probes used alone or combined during the same session produce ultrasound at various depths ranging from 1.5 to 4.5 mm
Thus, for a facial lifting, ultrasound will act on both the skin and the facial muscles, enhancing the tightening effect just like a surgical lifting would.
Au niveau du double menton, des dessous de bras, du ventre etc…, l’action se fera à la fois sur la retension de la peau et sur la fonte graisseuse.
Dr. Pulcini will determine, based on your case, the types of probes to use for your treatment session.
HIFU for a LIFTING EFFECT and REDUCTION of ADIPOSE TISSUE
1 first session followed by an optional 2nd session at 6 – 8 months
Looseness of the face and neck skin
Sagging facial oval
Fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area, forehead, temples
Drooping eyebrows
Wrinkled mouth area
Double chin with a fatty lump under the chin
Wrinkled décolleté
Moderate laxity on the inner arms, thighs, and inner knees
Moderate excess fat on the belly with stretched skin
Lower buttocks
2 – PREVENTION for YOUNG ADULTS from early sagging of the FACE and NECK skin
delays the sagging of facial features
tightens the dermis, stimulates collagen
3 – HIFU for an IMPROVEMENT in the QUALITY of the SKIN SURFACE:
2 sessions spaced 6 weeks apart
Treatment of enlarged pores
Fine lines and superficial wrinkles: around the eye, lips
Reduces acne scars
1 – HIFU ultrasounds are contraindicated:
Pregnant or breastfeeding women
In children
In cases of severe or cystic acne and, more generally, in the event of open or infected skin wounds.
vascular stents if treating the décolleté area, for example
According to the treatment protocol defined in advance, one to three probes will be used during the session.
Le traitement est quasi indolore à part de petits picotements ou une sensation de chaleur à certains endroits (rebord de la mâchoire, dents…)
How quickly do results appear after an HIFU session?
Immediately after the session, you will feel a tightening sensation, and even the beginning of visibly re-tensed skin, with a smoother complexion.
You can resume your activities right away, with no downtime or special precautions.
However, you will need to wait 2 months to obtain a stable result, which will continue to improve over the following 6 months.
Dr. Pulcini will schedule follow-up appointments with you to monitor the progress of the treatment effects.
The effect of Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) lasts approximately 2–4 years.
Nevertheless, recent studies show that it is advisable, depending on the case, to schedule a second session after 6–8 months in order to enhance the effects of the first.
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