NEWPORT BEACH · COSTA MESA
Ultherapy® in Newport Beach
The only FDA-cleared treatment that uses focused ultrasound to lift and tighten the brow, chin, neck and décolleté — no needles, no incisions and no downtime.
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Lifting From the Inside Out
Ultherapy® delivers focused ultrasound energy to the SMAS — the same connective-tissue layer plastic surgeons tighten during a facelift — without ever breaking the skin. That energy triggers your body to produce fresh collagen, so skin firms and lifts naturally over the following months.
- FDA-cleared for lifting the brow, chin, neck and décolleté
- Reaches deeper than radiofrequency or surface treatments
- Stimulates your own collagen — results look natural, never frozen
- Most patients need only one to two sessions
What to Expect on Treatment Day
Your appointment takes 60–90 minutes depending on the areas treated. You'll feel brief warmth as the energy reaches each layer; most patients rate it a 4–6 out of 10, and we provide topical numbing and pre-treatment comfort measures. You can drive yourself home and return to normal life the same day.
- Visible firming begins in 4–6 weeks
- Full collagen results develop over 3–6 months
- No bandages, peeling or recovery time
How Ultherapy Compares
Patients often ask how Ultherapy stacks up against other skin-tightening options. The short version: it goes deeper than most and needs fewer sessions. See how it fits alongside our other skin-tightening options and the all-in-one Butterfly Facelift.
- vs. Morpheus8 — no needles, and typically 1–2 sessions instead of 3–4
- vs. Thermage — focused ultrasound reaches deeper SMAS tissue than surface RF
- vs. Endolift — fully non-invasive; nothing is inserted under the skin
- vs. the Butterfly Facelift — our signature protocol includes Ultherapy plus four more technologies in one session
Real Patients · Real Results
Before & After
Actual Newport Beach Skin Tightening patients treated personally by James Hooper. Results develop gradually as your own collagen rebuilds. Everyone's skin is different and results may vary.
Questions, Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ultherapy and how does it work?+
Ultherapy is an FDA-cleared, non-surgical treatment that uses focused ultrasound energy to reach the deep foundational layer of the skin — the same SMAS layer addressed in a surgical facelift. The energy gently heats that tissue to trigger your body's natural collagen response, gradually lifting and tightening from the inside out with no incisions and no injectables.
Is Ultherapy painful?+
You'll feel warmth and brief stinging as energy reaches the deeper tissue layers — most patients rate it a 4–6 out of 10. We use topical numbing and pre-treatment pain management to keep the session comfortable, and the sensation stops the moment each pulse is delivered.
How long does a treatment take?+
A typical session runs about 30 to 90 minutes depending on the areas treated. A full face and neck takes the most time, while a single area such as the brow or under-chin is much quicker, so most patients fit it easily into their day.
Is there any downtime?+
No. You may notice mild redness, slight swelling, or temporary tenderness for a few hours, but you can return to work, exercise, and normal activities the same day.
How soon will I see results, and how long do they last?+
Some patients notice early tightening within a few weeks, but the main lift develops over 2–3 months and continues up to 6 months as new collagen forms. Results typically last 12–24 months; because the new collagen becomes part of your skin while natural aging continues, many patients return for an annual maintenance session.
How many sessions will I need?+
Most patients achieve their goal with a single Ultherapy session and then maintain it over time. Those with more advanced laxity may benefit from a second session or from combining technologies for a stronger lift.
What areas can Ultherapy treat?+
The most popular areas are the brow (for a subtle lift), under the chin, the jawline, the neck, and the fine lines on the chest (décolletage). At your consultation we map the areas that will give you the most natural improvement.
Who is a good candidate?+
Ultherapy works best for adults roughly 35–75 with mild to moderate laxity on the face, neck, or décolletage who want firmer skin without surgery. If your goals would be better met by a surgical procedure, we'll tell you honestly at your consultation.
Can I have Ultherapy with Botox or filler?+
Yes. Ultherapy works well alongside injectables — we simply recommend scheduling it about two weeks before or after filler so everything settles properly.
How much does Ultherapy cost in Newport Beach?+
Ultherapy in Orange County typically runs $800–$2,500 per session. Standalone Ultherapy with us starts at $800, and financing is available. Many patients find better value in the Butterfly Facelift, which combines five technologies in one visit — see our pricing for details.
Make it affordable, monthly
Every plan is tailored at your free consultation. Spread the cost into low monthly payments with our financing partners CareCredit and Cherry — applying with Cherry won't impact your credit score.
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Ultherapy Serving Newport Beach & All of Orange County
Newport Beach Skin Tightening · 3151 Airway Ave, Bldg K106, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. As featured on Dr. Oz, The Doctors and LA Channel 11 News. Proudly serving Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach and surrounding OC communities. Call (949) 500-0719 to book your free consultation.
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