How do ultrasound treatments work?

Ultrasound is a treatment that uses high frequency sound waves to create heat energy within the skin, where it triggers tightening, lifting and rejuvenation. Significant results can be achieved without using injections or lasers.

This is a relatively recent development in aesthetic treatments that offers clients an opportunity to achieve natural-looking anti-ageing results.

Perhaps the biggest name in ultrasound treatments is Ultherapy Ultrasound Lifting and Tightening. This treatment was launched in 2020 at Northamptonshire-based Mulberry House Clinic and has fast become a favourite treatment at the clinic, where it is used to work on a variety of the most common and yet perplexing signs of ageing.

What is Ultrasound?

Focused ultrasound is a treatment that directs very high sound wave frequencies into the skin tissues where the vibrations and friction can generate heat energy which in turn triggers changes such as cell repair and renewal.

Experts estimate that the energy heats those deeper skin tissues to 65-75°, which is the temperature at which existing collagen loses its structure and then reform thicker than it was before. In addition, new collagen develops. It is the collagen changes and development which cause the skin to tighten and create a pleasing ‘lift’ which delivers a more youthful shape in the months following treatment.

The fact that results are not instant is a benefit for clients who prefer a natural-looking approach to anti ageing treatment. In fact, the results are all natural, as it is the skin literally healing and rejuvenating which creates the finished effect.

Signs of Ageing

Over time the skin tends to lose elasticity as well as volume, which leads to the formation of lines, wrinkles, creases and sagginess caused by the loosening of tissues. This is especially noticeable around the jawline/jowls/chin area, which can lose definition.

Ultherapy treatment is a unique and completely non-invasive solution.

Dr John Tanqueray MB BCh MRCGP DCH DRCOG DipOccMed BCAM, founder and Aesthetic Doctor at the clinic, shares his perspective on the treatment:

“Most treatments that rely on creating heat in the skin have a reputation for being painful, but in our experience we have found that almost everyone who has had Ultherapy so far has found it remarkably comfortable, with most giving a gauge of 3 out of 10 for discomfort, with an occasional 5 at some point during the process.
“We believe Ultherapy is ideal for maintenance and improvement in your natural skin structure for the medium and longer term.
“It represents an “investment in your own collagen” – by improving the skin envelope it can optimise results from “dermal filler treatments and help avoid the risk of over-treatment.”

Ultherapy Lifting & Tightening Treatment

Ultherapy is the Gold standard treatment for non-surgical lifting and skin tightening
Treats brow, jawline, under the chin, neck and décolletage, crows’ feet
Treatment duration from 30 minutes with little to no downtime
After just one treatment, results can last over a year
Uses ultrasound rather than lasers or radiofrequency – minimal risk of side-effects
Highly effective at tightening facial lines and wrinkles
Also beneficial for delicate/difficult areas neck and decolletage

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Mulberry House Clinic

Established 2003

Mulberry House Clinic has an excellent reputation in the Northampton area as an independent, doctor-led practice with vast experience of the industry. Cosmetic skin treatments are carried out by Dr John Tanqueray, who works closely with leading manufacturers to remain at the forefront of the medical aesthetics.

A private consultation is the starting point for all patients in order to facilitate a full discussion about the desired results as well as detailed facial and skin assessment. Find out more about first consultation.

For further information or to arrange a confidential consultation, please complete our contact form, call 01604 702630 or email: info@mulberryhouseclinic.co.uk.