Ultherapy: Before and After Care

Two Weeks Before Ultherapy

• Refrain from use of excessive or unnecessary blood thinners.
• Refrain from Botox or other cosmetic injectables, as well as dermal fillers.

Three Days Before Ultherapy

• If you are prone to cold sores, notify the physician, who will prescribe a course of antiviral prophylactic treatment.

The Day of Ultherapy Procedure

• For male clients: arrive at the appointment clean shaven.
• Take 800mg of Ibuprofen one hour prior to treatment.
• Be sure to eat a small meal prior to treatment.
• If you elect to receive anti-anxiety medicine, such as Xanax, (which we highly recommend), the physician will provide it to you on-site.
• Pro Nox self-administered analgesic is available to reduce pain and anxiety.
• If opting for anti-anxiety medication, arrange for transportation home following treatment.

Ultherapy Aftercare

• Allow up to two hours for anti-anxiety medication to wear off. Be sure you feel steady on your feet, before engaging in any activity.
• Showering and cleansing the skin are allowed, once medication has worn off. A gentle cleanser may be used on the treatment area. Apply it to the fingertips with tepid water and use gentle, circular motions on the skin.
• Refrain from tanning or prolonged sun exposure for two weeks after the procedure. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen to the treatment area for up to two weeks to avoid incidental sun exposure.
• Sleep propped on several pillow for two to three nights to allow the anesthetic to be released from the skin.

• Comfort Measures:
  • Ibuprofen, acetaminophen or Aleve are appropriate for swelling or discomfort.
  • Antihistamines, like Benadryl and Zyrtec, may be used for minor itching.
  • For up to 48 hours following treatment, cool packs or ice can relieve minor discomfort and reduce swelling and bruising. Ice for a maximum of 20 minutes per hour. After 48 hours, switch to hot packs.
  • Arnica Gel may be used for bruising.
  • If extreme swelling or any unforeseen symptoms occurs please contact Smooth Synergy at 212-397-0111

Post-Treatment Expectations

• You may return to normal activity after any anti-anxiety medication has worn off.
• Most side effects from the treatment should not be cause for alarm. Symptoms are usually minor and should subside in time, as a normal part of the healing process. They may be alleviated with simple measures, as described above.
• Immediately following treatment, your skin may appear flushed, which usually subsides within several hours.
• It is normal to experience swelling and bruising for up to a week.
• Tingling, soreness, numbness and tenderness (especially under the jowls) may occur for up to two to three weeks.
• The procedure runs a slight risk of temporary welts that usually heal within a few days, if a superficial transducer is used.
• Blisters are extremely rare. If any develop, please call Smooth Synergy at 212-397-0111.
• If you are concerned about any aspect of your post-treatment recovery, please call Smooth Synergy at 212-397-0111.

Ultherapy Results

• Immediately following the procedure, you may notice a tightening and toning of the skin.
• You will definitely see lifting, tightening and toning results in 3-6 months. Most clients see results within two months.
• Your skin will continue to transform for up to a year, as collagen continues to build in the treatment area.
• Treatment results should be assessed after six months. A maintenance treatment may need to be performed, depending on the laxity of the skin before treatment and your desired treatment outcomes.