Ultherapy PRIME FAQ: The Questions Patients Ask Most

PRIME is the newer version with improved imaging and handling; the principle of treating under real-time ultrasound guidance is the same.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Lee Da-in, Medical Director, Daybeau Clinic Seomyeon · Last reviewed October 2026

Answers to the questions patients most often ask about Ultherapy PRIME at Daybeau Clinic Seomyeon, reviewed by Dr. Lee Da-in.

Medical notice: every procedure can cause side effects such as swelling, bruising, redness, pain, inflammation or pigmentation, and results and their duration vary between individuals. Suitability and method are decided only after a consultation with the doctor. This page is general information, not a diagnosis. Fees follow the clinic's official non-covered fee schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Ultherapy PRIME different from the original Ultherapy?

PRIME is the newer version with improved imaging and handling; the principle of treating under real-time ultrasound guidance is the same.

Does Ultherapy hurt?

There can be sharp sensations near bone, managed with numbing cream and energy adjustment. Comfort varies a lot between people.

Will Ultherapy make my face thinner?

Its main goal is tissue tightening, not fat reduction. For slim faces the depth and energy are adjusted.

Can I go back to work right after?

Most people return to normal activities the same day, sometimes with mild redness.

How long do Ultherapy PRIME results last?

Usually reassessed around once a year, depending on your skin and lifestyle.

When will I see results from Ultherapy PRIME?

Some change right after, with gradual improvement over about 2–3 months as collagen rebuilds.

What determines the cost of Ultherapy PRIME?

Mainly: number of lines (shots), treatment areas, transducer depths, combined devices.

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Not sure this is the right treatment?

Send Dr. Lee's team a photo and your travel dates. We'll suggest a plan and a consultation time.