J Medical Aesthetics · Toorak, Melbourne
Ultherapy Prime Face Lifting
Consultation First
Anatomy-Led Approach
Honest Outcomes
Medical-Grade Clinic
About this treatment
Skin laxity in the lower face, jawline and neck is one of the clearest signs of ageing, and one of the hardest to treat without surgery. Ultherapy Prime, the newer generation of Ultherapy, uses focused ultrasound to lift and tighten skin at a depth creams, lasers and radiofrequency devices can’t reach, and without the incisions or needles that come with surgery.
At J Medical Aesthetics in Toorak, our Ultherapy Prime programme in Melbourne offers a non-surgical option that targets the same structural layer as a surgical facelift.
How Ultherapy Prime Works
Ultherapy Prime uses micro-focused ultrasound energy, guided by real-time imaging, to reach the SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system), the same layer lifted in a surgical facelift, but reached through the skin’s surface rather than beneath it.
Heating tissue at this depth triggers the body to break down older collagen and produce new collagen in its place. That collagen builds gradually, which is why lifting and tightening develop over months rather than appearing straight away. Because the imaging shows the practitioner exactly which layer is being treated in real time, energy can be delivered with greater accuracy than with treatments that estimate depth alone.
What's New in Ultherapy Prime
The collagen-stimulation mechanism hasn’t changed from the original Ultherapy Melbourne system, so if it worked for you before, it still will.
What’s improved with Ultherapy Prime in Melbourne is the platform: sharper imaging for more precise planning, shorter treatment time from faster processing, refined energy delivery for improved comfort, and earlier visible change for some patients, ahead of fuller results over the following months.
What Ultherapy Treats
Lower face and jowls
Tightening along the jawline
Neck and under-chin
Improving crepey or loose skin
Brow
Lifting a lowered brow
Décolletage
Improving fine lines and skin quality across the chest
Patients with volume changes alongside laxity are often also assessed for cheek volume loss treatment, and those with fine lines may benefit from lines and wrinkle treatment alongside Ultherapy Prime.
Your Ultherapy Prime Treatment Plan
Every Ultherapy Prime treatment at our Melbourne clinic starts with an assessment of your skin. Your session is performed by qualified practitioners, who will map the areas of laxity, decide where energy needs to be delivered, and talk you through what to expect before treatment begins.
Because Ultherapy Prime is performed in a clinical setting with imaging guidance, your practitioner can see the tissue layer being treated as they work, rather than working from an estimate. If your concern turns out to be better suited to a different treatment, or a combination of treatments, we’ll let you know.
Ultherapy Prime vs HIFU
Ultherapy Prime and HIFU treatments in Melbourne both use focused ultrasound to stimulate collagen production in the SMAS layer, sharing a similar mechanism. The difference lies in the platform, which covers imaging, energy delivery, and depth calibration. Which suits you depends on your anatomy, which will be assessed at consultation.
For early or mild laxity, where the concern is mostly surface quality, a skin-tightening laser programme may be sufficient on its own. Ultherapy Prime tends to suit more established laxity that needs structural lifting.
Who It Suits
Ultherapy Prime tends to suit patients noticing looser, less defined skin along the jawline, neck or brow, who want a non-surgical option before considering surgery. It’s also used as a maintenance treatment to slow visible change over time.
If volume loss is the main driver, volume-loss treatment or a biostimulator treatment may suit you better. Texture or dullness is often better addressed with mesotherapy. We’ll talk through the right combination for you during consultation.
Results Timeline
2 weeks
Early redness or swelling settles; some early tightening may be visible
3 months
Lifting and firming become more apparent
4–6 months
Full results typically visible
12–18 months
A maintenance session is generally recommended
Most patients see results from a single session. Those with more significant laxity may be advised on two sessions, based on individual assessment.
Ultherapy Prime Cost in Melbourne
The Ultherapy Prime cost in Melbourne depends on the areas treated, the number of zones covered, and the extent of laxity addressed. We don’t apply a flat package price to every patient since a single-area treatment and a full face-and-neck plan aren’t the same job.
Your exact Ultherapy Prime Melbourne price is confirmed at consultation, once we’ve assessed your skin, so you know the full cost before booking. You can also view the general pricing of our other treatments on our treatment prices page.
Your next step
Book a Consultation
Ultherapy Prime in Melbourne that Australian patients trust should always start with an honest assessment of their skin, laxity and goals. Whether you’ve had Ultherapy before or you’re new to it, we’ll take the time to understand your anatomy and advise honestly on whether Ultherapy Prime, HIFU, or a combined approach suits you best.
Book a consultation at our Toorak clinic, and we’ll build a personalised plan for your skin.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question about your treatment? Speak with our team before you book.
What is Ultherapy Prime, and how is it different from Ultherapy?
Ultherapy Prime is the newer version of the original Ultherapy device. It uses the same ultrasound technology to stimulate collagen at the SMAS layer, so the results you can expect haven’t changed. What has changed is the platform, featuring sharper imaging, a faster session and improved comfort along the way.
How long does a session take?
Most sessions run 30–90 minutes, depending on how many areas we’re treating. We’ll give you a clearer estimate once we know your treatment plan.
How much does Ultherapy Prime cost in Melbourne?
It comes down to the areas treated and how much laxity we’re addressing. Our team can give you an honest figure during your consultation.
How long do results last?
Results build gradually over 2 to 6 months and generally last 12 to 18 months. After that, most patients come back for a maintenance session to keep things ticking along.
Is Ultherapy Prime in Melbourne painful?
You’ll likely feel a warm, prickling sensation as the energy reaches the deeper layers of your skin. It’s brief, and we can apply numbing beforehand if that helps you feel more comfortable.
How many sessions will I need?
If your skin laxity is minor, you may only need one session. For clients with more advanced laxity, we might suggest a second session, but we’ll only ever recommend what your skin actually needs.
Can Ultherapy Prime be combined with other treatments?
Often, yes. Our Ultherapy Prime treatment in Melbourne is frequently paired with biostimulator treatment, mesotherapy or volume loss treatment, depending on what’s actually driving your concern, whether that’s laxity, volume, or skin quality.