In the field of aesthetic medicine, the emergence of “超声刀” has revolutionized traditional surgical facelifts and anti-aging procedures. It has elevated anti-aging technologies to a whole new level of non-invasive and scar-free solutions.
“超声刀” is referred to in English as Ultherapy. It is not an actual scalpel, but rather an advanced anti-aging treatment that utilizes thermal energy. Ultherapy is one of the most cutting-edge ultrasound-based devices designed to reverse visible signs of aging.
Unlike lasers, radio frequency (RF), surgical procedures, or other technologies, non-surgical Ultherapy bypasses the surface of the skin. Its focused ultrasound technology delivers high-intensity ultrasound energy precisely to targeted tissue depths without damaging surrounding structures. It can target different subdermal layers at 4.5mm, 3.0mm, and 1.5mm, creating precise thermal coagulation points or “hot spots” by frictional heating. These “hot spots” trigger the body’s natural healing response, stimulating collagen regeneration, improving tissue remodeling, and enhancing the elasticity of collagen and elastin fibers.
Such state-of-the-art “black technology” for facial rejuvenation is exclusively offered at Ai Beauty Clinic, which uses the authentic U.S. FDA-approved Merz Ultherapy® device. It is currently the only ultrasound-based lifting system in the world approved by the U.S. FDA for non-invasive lifting, also known as MFU-V (Micro-Focused Ultrasound with Visualization). This HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) system penetrates beyond the epidermis and dermis, reaching the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer at a heating depth of 68–72°C.
This non-invasive procedure is powered by Merz’s proprietary DeepSEE® real-time imaging technology, which allows visualization up to 8mm deep into the fascia, enabling safe and precise targeting without damaging adjacent tissue. The result is an immediate skin-tightening effect combined with long-term collagen remodeling — all with zero downtime.
At Ai Beauty Clinic, Merz Ultherapy® can treat the following areas: full face, under-chin, decolletage (neck and chest), upper face, and lower face. It is primarily used for facial rejuvenation, including mid-face lifting, wrinkle reduction (rhytidectomy), and middle-to-lower face rejuvenation. Specific benefits include:
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Stimulating collagen production
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Smoother skin texture
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Firmer, tighter skin
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Softened fine lines, wrinkles, and neck lines
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Improved jawline definition
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Comprehensive anti-aging therapy
Ultherapy delivers energy with precise depth, location, and focus, directly stimulating the SMAS layer. Compared to Thermage, which operates at shallower depths and lower temperatures, Ultherapy penetrates deeper and generates more heat. While both improve contour, tighten skin, and enhance firmness, Ultherapy excels in lifting and deep tissue contraction, making it particularly suitable for individuals with excess facial fat, severe skin laxity, and those seeking a sharper facial contour — often ideal for middle-aged and older patients.