Ultherapy is a great skin tightening tool, particularly for the stomach. Specifically, it restores the criss-cross network of collagen and elastin that sits deep within the skin.

While collagen provides a sturdy structure for the skin, elastin assures the skin’s elasticity — that’s how quickly it returns to its original shape.

Your practitioner uses a specialized handheld wand to deliver focused ultrasound energy deep into the layers of your skin, precisely targeting the tissue where it’s needed most on the stomach.

As a result, Ultherapy works to rejuvenate the following on the belly:

• Saggy stomach skin caused by loss of collagen and elasticity

• Wrinkly abdominal skin that forms from aging, weight loss or pregnancy

• Skin laxity in the stomach area, including love handles, that creates a loose or unsupported appearance

• Crepey skin texture on the belly that looks thin, crinkled, or fragile

• Mild to moderate abdominal skin looseness that has not responded to topical treatments or lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise

Ultherapy is the only FDA-cleared, noninvasive procedure for skin tightening on the face and has just gained FDA-clearance for use on the stomach and arms — thanks to the technological advance of its new system called Ultherapy Prime (read below for more info on the benefits of the Ultherapy Prime machine for stomach tightening).

Currently, Ultherapy body treatment is off-label treatment for knees, buttocks and thighs. However, Merz, the makers of Ultherapy, are in the process of designing studies to prepare for FDA consideration of all Ultherapy body areas. That’s because the same principles that make Ultherapy so great for the face, arm area and stomach make it a superior body contouring treatment. 

Ultherapy PRIME recently gained FDA-clearance for skin tightening on the abdomen and arms – the only nonsurgical procedure that can make this claim.

Ultherapy PRIME takes the proven technology of Ultherapy and makes it faster, more precise and more comfortable.

Using micro-focused ultrasound with real-time imaging (called Deep-See Technology), your provider can actively visualize where the energy is delivered, ensuring targeting treatment where you need it most.

Key advantages of Ultherapy PRIME for stomach:

• One session, no needles, no scars — quick and convenient for busy NYC lifestyles
• Safe for all skin tones — effective for everyone without pigmentation risk
• Improved comfort — pain scores reported at less than half of older devices
• FDA-cleared for abdomen — the only device officially cleared to lift and tone the tummy or love handle area

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If you’re wondering about the differences between Ultherapy PRIME and traditional Ultherapy, the benefits are clear. Compared to older Ultherapy machines Ultherapy PRIME offers results that are more predictable, more comfortable, and faster to achieve, while maintaining the unparalleled skin tightening results for the body that has made Ultherapy the go-to non-surgical treatment in Manhattan and across New York City.

The Ultherapy machine contains a handheld device that delivers ultrasound waves to predetermined areas across the arms. 

Additionally, the Ultherapy machine also comes equipped with patented Deep See technology. Essentially, feedback from the skin is literally visualized on a monitor.

As a result, the practitioner can see deep beneath the skin’s surface. By using the feedback from the image on-screen, she can deliver precise amounts of energy to reach three different layers of tissue.

Three transducers deposit tiny amounts of energy to clearly-defined depths under the skin, specifically, 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm and 4.5 mm. As a result, Ultherapy offers great control to tighten discrete areas of the body, such as the stomach. 

Why is this advantage so important? Put simply, each area of the body has a different ratio of fat to muscle (think stomach vs. buttocks, for example). Further, each person has their own individual composition of fat and muscle. 

What does this means for you? It’s a treatment that’s targeted specifically to the area, in order to spark the skin-tightening processes described above.

Only Ulthera can offer the advantage of being so targeted, while reaching so many deep, foundational layers of the skin (including the SMAS layer, where plastic surgeons cut).

As a result, it works to stimulate neocollagenesis and elastin remodeling by heating of the dermis. Gradually and naturally over time, there’s an improvement to the skin texture and tone on the stomach.

The stomach is one of the most common areas to show signs of laxity due to factors like pregnancy, weight fluctuation or age-related collagen loss.

What makes Ultherapy unique for the abdomen is its ability to penetrate deeply into the dermis—reaching structural layers of skin that traditional treatments can’t access. 

Unlike topical treatments, lifestyle adjustments or surface-level radiofrequency, Ultherapy targets the foundational layer without any cuts, needles, or downtime.

Ultherapy PRIME is a terrific option for healthy patients with mild to moderate skin laxity.

Patients often choose Ultherapy for the stomach when they want a firmer, flatter look to the belly without resorting to surgery or liposuction. 

It’s particularly beneficial for patients who already maintain a healthy weight but struggle with crepey or sagging skin that doesn’t respond to exercise alone. The term “skinny-loose” has been coined about this particular concern.

Additionally, many women seek a nonsurgical “mommy makeover” or abdominal skin tightening following pregnancy and childbirth, because they are experiencing stretched abdominal skin.

Your Ultherapy abdomen session usually lasts 30–90 minutes. Here’s what to expect, step by step:

Step 1: Consultation & Mapping

Before treatment, a licensed provider evaluates your tummy, assesses skin laxity, crepiness, and overall tone, and maps the areas to be treated. This ensures precise targeting and optimal results.

Step 2: Preparation

Your provider cleans the treatment area. While Ultherapy is non-invasive, they may apply a topical numbing cream to increase comfort. There are no injections or incisions.

Step 3: Ultrasound Imaging

The Ultherapy device uses real-time ultrasound to visualize the skin’s layers. This allows the provider to target deep connective tissue without affecting the surface, making the treatment safe for all skin tones.

Step 4: Energy Delivery

Micro-focused ultrasound energy is delivered in a systematic pattern across your upper arms. You may feel mild tingling, warmth, or pressure, but with Ultherapy PRIME, discomfort is significantly reduced compared to older devices.

Once the session is finished, you can return to your daily activities immediately.

You won’t need to do much to prepare. However, avoid taking anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen for a few days before treatment, as they may interfere with your body’s natural healing response.

Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment and plan for minimal downtime—most clients return to regular activities the same day.

The results of Ultherapy are gradual and natural. You will usually see some lifting and firming of the skin around two months after Ultherapy treatment.

After this time, the look of your skin will continue to improve. As a result, the maximum skin-tightening benefit will be achieved in about six to seven months.

This occurs as the body’s natural healing and rejuvenation process continues under the skin, resulting in a tightened and toned abdomen.

This is a place where the Ultherapy PRIME system shines compared to traditional Ultherapy. The system is designed for improved comfort, with reported pain scores less than half of older devices.

Most patients describe mild tingling or warmth during the session rather than significant discomfort.

Common side effects are temporary and mild, including redness, swelling, tingling, or minor bruising. These usually resolve within a few hours to a couple of days, allowing you to return to your daily routine immediately.

Compared to stomach surgery (abdominoplasty), the difference is dramatic. Surgery involves incisions, stitches, anesthesia, and significant downtime, often requiring weeks of recovery and leaving visible scars. 

In contrast, Ultherapy PRIME is non-invasive without cuts, scars, or extended recovery. For patients who want natural-looking, subtle results with minimal disruption, Ultherapy is a safer, faster, and low-risk alternative to surgery.

One of the biggest benefits of Ultherapy on stomach is zero downtime. You can return to your normal activities immediately after treatment.

Most patients only require a single treatment to achieve skin tightening results. 

Maintenance sessions are often scheduled at the one-year mark, but can be decided in consultation with your provider.

Smooth Synergy® Medical Spa in New York offers a comprehensive menu of treatments to address skin laxity, sagging skin, crepey skin and/or wrinkles. Ultherapy is the best of these noninvasive options for skin tightening in NYC onveniently located on the Upper East Side, Manhattan NYC, we offer a comprehensive menu of the top nonsurgical skin tightening treatments and body contouring solutions.

Opening in 2002, we have both the skill and experience to assure the best Ultherapy in New York City. We specialize in thoughtful, discreet, and personalized care for New Yorkers seeking Ultherapy. Conveniently located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, we serve clients from all across NYC— Midtown, Downtown, and beyond—offering treatments designed to meet all your skin tightening needs.

Here’s why Smooth Synergy® is NYC’s trusted destination for Ultherapy Abdomen Treatment:

• We are a leading provider of Ultherapy Skin Tightening and other professional-grade treatments.
• Our clinic offers state‑of‑the‑art ultrasound imaging during treatment to ensure precise SMAS targeting—this reduces risk and boosts results.
• Overseen by Medical Director, Dr. George Liakeas, MD, our experienced team  of medical estheticians is trained in treating delicate and sensitive areas with the utmost care and precision.
• With over 200 5-star reviews on Google and Yelp, our reputation speaks for itself.
• Clients return again and again for our warm, judgment-free environment and exceptional customer service.
• A comprehensive menu of body and sexual wellness treatments designed to make you look and feel your best.

Call us at 212-397-0111 to speak with an Expert in Beauty to find out why Ultherapy stomach treatment might be right for you.