Ultrasound lifting · Myeongdong, Seoul
Ultherapy Myeongdong Seoul: a natural lift, no incision.
Micro-focused ultrasound with live imaging that lifts sagging tissue from the deep SMAS layer on the brow, jawline and neck. Performed by licensed physicians at RE:BERRY Myeongdong, two minutes from Myeongdong Station Exit 8, with consultations in your language.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Seung-Jae Baek, Chief Medical Director (licence No. 143338) · Updated 8 October 2026
Quick answer · What is Ultherapy?
Ultherapy is an FDA-cleared, non-surgical lifting treatment that uses micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation (MFU-V). The doctor sees the skin layers on screen and places tiny heat points in the dermis and the deeper SMAS layer, prompting collagen renewal that lifts and tightens over two to three months. A session takes about 40–90 minutes with little downtime, and results typically last a year or more.
- Session
- 40–90 min
- Downtime
- Little to none
- Results build
- 2–3 months
- Repeat
- Every 12–18 months
How it works
Focused heat at the depth that lifts
Ultherapy lets your doctor see the tissue layers while treating, so energy can be placed deep for lift along the jaw and neck and more superficially for texture. The small heat points contract the tissue and trigger new collagen and elastin, which firms the face from beneath over the following months.
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Ultrasound mapping
Your doctor scans the face to see skin and SMAS thickness, then plans depths and lines per area.
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Focused heat points
Short pulses create tiny heat points at set depths. You feel brief deep heat; numbing cream helps.
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Lift builds
Some tightening shows the same day, and the main lift develops over 8–12 weeks.
Before & after
A firmer jawline, lifted from within
The most visible changes are usually a sharper jawline, softer jowls and a subtly lifted brow, seen around two to three months after treatment.
Photos published with patient consent. Results vary between individuals and are not a guarantee of outcome.
A good fit if you…
- Have mild to moderate sagging along the jaw, jowls or under the chin
- Want a lifted brow without surgery
- Are roughly 30–60 with reasonable skin elasticity
- Need to fly home soon and cannot take time off
Talk to your doctor first if you…
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have very thin or low-fat facial skin (your doctor may suggest another device)
- Have an active skin infection, open acne or wounds in the area
- Have advanced laxity that may need surgical options
Compare options
How Ultherapy compares with similar treatments
| Treatment | How it works | Session | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultherapy | Micro-focused ultrasound to the SMAS | 40–90 min | Little to none |
| Ultherapy Prime | Micro-focused ultrasound with live imaging | 30–90 min | Little to none |
| Thermage | Monopolar radiofrequency skin tightening | 40–90 min | None |
| Sofwave | Parallel-beam ultrasound, mid-dermis | 30–45 min | None to minimal |
| HIFU Lifting | Focused ultrasound to the SMAS | 30–60 min | None |
| Titanium Lifting | Three-wavelength diode laser | 30–45 min | None |
Many patients combine treatments in one visit. Your doctor recommends a plan after examining your skin. See all skin tightening treatment.
Your visit
From first message to flight home
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Message us
Send your concern and travel dates on WhatsApp (+82-10-5719-2084), LINE or WeChat. A coordinator replies in English, Chinese, Japanese or Spanish.
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Free doctor consultation
Skin analysis and photos, then a doctor confirms whether Ultherapy suits you. You get the plan and price in writing first.
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Same-day treatment
Ultherapy takes about 40–90 minutes depending on areas, in a private room, and most people go straight back to their day. Written aftercare in your language, plus WhatsApp follow-up once you are home.
Who reviewed this page
Dr. Seung-Jae Baek
Chief Medical Director · Korean medical licence No. 143338
JUVELOOK Meister & Speaker and Revinas Key Opinion Leader. Member of the Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society (ASLS Korea), the Korean Academy of Obesity & Aesthetic Treatment (KOAT) and the Korea Filler Education and Research Academy. RE:BERRY Myeongdong is a KHIDI-registered foreign patient medical institution (Reg. No. M-2025-01-08-8519).
FAQ
Ultherapy questions we hear every day
Does Ultherapy hurt?
You feel short pulses of deep heat, strongest over bony areas such as the jawline. Numbing cream is applied and your doctor can adjust energy and depth.
What is the difference between Ultherapy and Ultherapy Prime?
Ultherapy Prime is the newer generation, with improved imaging and faster delivery. Both use the same micro-focused ultrasound principle; your doctor explains which is used for your plan.
When will I see results?
Some patients notice slight tightening straight away. The main lift builds over two to three months.
How long do results last?
Results typically last 12 to 18 months, depending on age, skin quality and lifestyle.
Is there downtime?
Little to none. Mild redness, swelling or tenderness along the jaw can last a few days, and makeup can usually be worn the same day.
How much does Ultherapy cost in Myeongdong?
Pricing depends on the number of lines (shots) and the areas treated. The same price list applies to every nationality and is given to you in writing before treatment. See our lifting price list.
Related treatments & guides
Considering Ultherapy? Ask a doctor first.
58, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul · 2 min from Myeongdong Station Exit 8 · Open daily, weekdays 10:30–20:00, weekends 10:30–19:00.
General information, not medical advice. Suitability for any treatment is decided at consultation.
