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Ultherapy Specialist

Gould-Jacobson Dermatology

Dermatologists located in Menlo Park, CA



FDA-cleared Ultherapy



The Non-invasive Lift


Focused Ultrasound. No Surgery.



No Downtime. Natural Results.

Some patients see an initial effect right after their



Who is a good candidate for Ultherapy?


How much does it cost?


Are there any side effects?


How many treatments does it take?


How long does it last?


What does the Ultherapy treatment feel like?


Will I need to take time off?


Is Ultherapy safe?

The Ulthera® System is currently marketed worldwide in more than 60 countries, and over 1 million treatments have been performed globally.7 In addition, ultrasound energy has a proven track record, with use in the field of medicine for more than 50 years.


Collagen is a natural protein that gives skin its youthfulness by keeping it firm and toned.7 As we age, collagen breaks down, and the result is a loss of skin strength and elasticity.7 Ultherapy uses microfocused ultrasound to generate a thermal effect under the skin.1,2,4,8 The thermal effect essentially jump- starts a process that produces fresh, new collagen.

How does Ultherapy differ from laser treatments?

Ultherapy uses sound energy — tried-and-true ultrasound — which has unique properties that allow it to bypass the surface of the skin to treat depths not matched by any other non- invasive cosmetic device. Ultherapy ultrasound stimulates collagen production in the skin’s foundation, resulting in a clinically significant lift of tissue over two to three months.5 Some lasers rely on light energy, which cannot reach deeper skin layers.6 Typically, laser treatments also only treat superficial skin and are not FDA-cleared to lift skin.

Can Ultherapy replace a facelift?

Ultherapy treats the deep foundational layer addressed in cosmetic surgery, but won’t duplicate the results of a surgical facelift.4 Ultherapy is a great alternative, however, especially for those not ready for surgery or for patients looking to extend the effects of cosmetic surgery. 

How is Ultherapy different from other cosmetic procedures? Ultherapy is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that uses focused ultrasound to stimulate the formation of new collagen deep below the skin’s surface.2-4 The production of new collagen takes time, so results can become more apparent over two to three months, even up to six months.3 The procedure takes about 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the area treated, and there is no downtime afterward. It also is the only procedure to use ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to actually see the layers of tissue targeted during the treatment and ensure the energy is deposited precisely to where it will be most beneficial.

What is Ultherapy®?

Ultherapy is the only non-invasive treatment cleared by the FDA for lifting the skin on the neck, chin, and brow, and improving lines and wrinkles on the décolletage.1 Ultherapy uses microfocused ultrasound to lift and tighten loose skin over time, without any downtime.