HIFU

What is HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)  technique?

As we get older, the first area of the body to be affected is usually the face. Skin tissue, which is vigorous and shiny when you are young, loses its tight and elastic properties as you get older, looks tired and looser, and is more prone to sagging and wrinkling. HIFU–High Intensity Focused Ultrasound focused ultrasound; non-invasive, that is, without any surgical procedure; Applied with the help of a device; It is one of the most well-known and preferred non-surgical aesthetic applications for skin tightening and rejuvenation today.

What is HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound)  technique?

As we get older, the first area of the body to be affected is usually the face. Skin tissue, which is vigorous and shiny when you are young, loses its tight and elastic properties as you get older, looks tired and looser, and is more prone to sagging and wrinkling. HIFU–High Intensity Focused Ultrasound focused ultrasound; non-invasive, that is, without any surgical procedure; Applied with the help of a device; It is one of the most well-known and preferred non-surgical aesthetic applications for skin tightening and rejuvenation today.

How is the HIFU technique applied?

Since no surgical procedure is required in the HIFU technique; There is no need for any anesthetic application. If the device is deemed suitable for use as a result of a physician’s examination; After the person’s skin is cleaned, gel is applied; After the necessary settings of the HIFU device are made, the process begins. A focused sound wave is delivered into the skin tissue in designated areas of the patient’s face with the help of a special head called a transducer. These sound waves; It is administered intermittently and in a controlled manner to the areas located just below the skin, where there are cells called fibroblasts (fibroblast cells are cell groups in the skin structure that play an important role in the production of collagen and elastin, which makes the skin shiny and flexible), causing millimetric damage in these areas. It is applied to damaged skin areas by sliding it over the skin at a frequency of approximately 1-1.5 mm. The main purpose of this application is to initiate collagen production in the skin areas where tightening is desired and to ensure that the skin returns to its old tight structure.

To which parts of the body is the HIFU technique applied?

Treatments performed with ultrasound devices in the field of health have been used safely for both diagnosis and treatment purposes in medicine and health for many years. HIFU method; It is an effective and safe method that can be used for non-surgical face lift, as well as for tightening the chin in the neck area, eyebrow lifting and adjusting general body lines. It is successfully applied to sagging of the arms, sagging of the abdominal skin, sagging of the inner thighs and above the knee, as well as the facial area. In addition, it is used to lift the eyebrows and eyelids in areas of the face where the skin is thin, such as around the eyebrows and eyes, and to treat fine wrinkles in this area. Finally, it is used to lift the body in medium-thick areas of the skin such as the chin, back of the hands, cheeks, décolleté, breasts, abdomen and arms. It is also used for tightening and cellulite and stretch mark removal treatments in thick-skinned areas such as the hips, arms, jowls, neck and legs.

How long does the HIFU technique take?

Although the application time varies depending on each part of the body; It is an application that takes approximately 30-60 minutes. Different heads are used depending on the part of the body where the procedure will be applied. For the face area, deep shots are usually made first with a 4.5 mm head, then superficial shots are made with a 3 mm head, and at the last stage, shots are made to the most superficial layer with a 1.5 mm head. The purpose of using different heads on different layers of the skin is to improve skin recovery by providing elasticity and tightening in all three layers of the skin. The same effect can be achieved by using different heads on other parts of the body. The skin surface is not affected after the HIFU procedure. With the application, a strong tightening occurs over time, resulting in a non-surgical rejuvenation and stretching effect. Application time may vary depending on the size of the area; The procedure time for the most frequently applied facial area varies between 1-1.5 hours on average.

What are the advantages of HIFU technique?

Focus ultrasound application, known as single-session, non-surgical facial and skin rejuvenation, is primarily suitable for every skin type and skin color. Even in a single session, the results are permanent for a long time. It provides a natural rejuvenation in the facial area without causing any loss of expression. Since it is not a surgical procedure, it does not require anesthesia and provides incision-free, scarless skin rejuvenation. There is no need for additional healing and convalescence periods after the application. There is no need to take a break from social and business life. Finally, it is a very affordable skin rejuvenation method compared to surgical rejuvenation operations.

When does the HIFU technique start to show its effect after application?

The effect is seen immediately after HIFU application; but the significant effect is seen within an average of 1.5 to 6 months. The treatment effect is seen slowly in terms of timing; However, although it is a non-surgical procedure, it results in high success.

How permanent is the HIFU technique?

The permanence of the application varies from person to person because each individual has a unique skin structure, but it can generally last from 1 to 2 years.

How many sessions does HIFU Technique require?

HIFU technique makes it the most important application among the procedures called ‘non-surgical face lift’, as it has a significant lifting effect, especially on sagging cheeks and jowls. It is generally a single session application on the body areas where the application will be made. The necessity of additional sessions may vary depending on skin tightness and looseness, the treatment response to ultrasound energy depending on the person’s skin structure, and the person’s collagen formation process under the influence of the device. Depending on all these conditions, some patients may benefit from additional sessions. Since the skin will continue to age over time, retouching and additional procedures in the coming years can help the patient’s body keep up with the natural aging process.

Is pain or soreness felt during the application of the HIFU technique?

Although the pain and suffering during the application of the HIFU technique varies from person to person due to the different skin structure and pain threshold of the person, it is generally a painless application. There is momentary pain and soreness during application, especially in body parts close to the bone; In general, it may be a situation that feels like a pinprick. This feeling is usually; It can show that HIFU energy has reached the targeted levels of the tissue and that the process will have an effect, resulting in recovery and tightening.

Who can have HIFU application?

Although signs of aging and skin loosening and sagging generally begin to appear between the ages of 30 and 60; All people who complain of skin sagging and loosening in the facial area, arms, legs, lower abdomen and who want general tightening and recovery without a surgical procedure can have HIFU application.

Is there any harm in non-surgical skin tightening and facial rejuvenation with HIFU technique?

HIFU technique is an application that should be performed in a clinical environment by expert and experienced people, if it is deemed appropriate after a detailed examination by the physician. HIFU technique is an extremely safe application as long as it is done in safe hands by experts responsible for the use of the device, with the appropriate energy range, appropriate number of shots and head selection for the desired body parts. The energy range to be selected for each patient and the head to be worked on for each area and each skin are different; Titles that will affect different depths in different regions are selected. The importance of using different heads for each part of the body, for example, in order to maintain fullness in the cheek area of the face; It is performed to melt and thin the fat areas that accumulate in areas such as under the chin (jowl) and cause sagging. For this reason, HIFU technique, which is one of the Non-Surgical Face Lift and Skin Rejuvenation procedures, is a procedure that must be performed in expert hands, in a clinical environment and under the supervision of a doctor.

Do I need to take leave from work after HIFU application?

There is no need for any rest after the non-surgical facial rejuvenation HIFU technique treatment. After the procedure, normal active life and daily activities can be resumed immediately without having to comply with any special treatment, restrictions or precautions. Make-up and all kinds of creams can be applied after the procedure.

Does HIFU Application have any side effects?

Immediately after the HIFU application, the skin may appear slightly red at first due to the energy given to the skin, but this usually disappears within a few hours. Although side effects vary depending on the person’s skin structure, some patients may experience slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to touch, but these symptoms disappear within a few hours. Other less common post-procedure effects may include temporary bruising or numbness in small areas of the skin, but these effects disappear in a short time.

To whom can HIFU technique not be applied?

In general, the application is not performed on individuals with any active infection on their skin, delayed wound healing and blood clotting problems, individuals with a pacemaker, individuals with any autoimmune disease or diabetes, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. In addition to all these factors, the application is not performed on people who have any health problems that prevent the application as a result of detailed examination by the physician.

What are the HIFU application prices?

The price of HIFU application, which is one of the most frequently preferred non-surgical facial and skin rejuvenation procedures today, may vary depending on the size of the treated area. You can visit our clinic for detailed information about prices or call our clinic to make an appointment.