Yes! There are substantial differences between the two in efficacy, longevity of results, and ultimate cost. FaceTite RFAL results are significant, predictably visible, and can last up to five years or more, whereas Ultherapy results are mild at best, begin to decrease after 12 months, and require yearly application.
FaceTite vs.
Ultherapy is considered a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that also purportedly stimulates collagen and tightens your skin. Unlike FaceTite, no incisions are made. Instead, Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy via a small device applied to your face or neck.
Thermage is better for patients who care more about addressing the texture and quality of sagging skin. It has the power to tackle problematic issues like cellulite or drooping fat thanks to its emphasis on contouring. However, Ultherapy is generally more effective when it comes to stimulating deeper skin layers.
The tightening and contouring will continue to happen rapidly over the next three to four months, with up to 70% of the results appear within six weeks. The best results are noticeable after six months and will continue to improve for up to a year post-treatment.
Although both treatments boast long-lasting results, the results of an SMAS facelift may last more than twice as long as a FaceTite treatment. There are many factors that make the length and effectiveness of cosmetic procedures vary, but in general, FaceTite treatment results tend to last about five years.
While FaceTite is not permanent, your newer, refreshed outcomes are expected to last for at least five years. Keep in mind that genetics and lifestyle choices can affect the lifespan of your procedure.
Ultherapy is the ultrasound non-surgical lifting procedure, and has been a trusted go-to option for tighter, better fitting skin.
Recovery: This is an in-office procedure so patients can expect to go home immediately following their procedure with no sutures and resume regular activities shortly after. We ask our patients to wear a compression garment for two weeks for best results.
Compression garment: Keep in place for the first 24 hours after the procedure to prevent bleeding from incision sites. You may remove the garment for laundering, sponge bathing and bandage changing after the first 24 hours. You must always wear the garment (other than bathing/showering) for 4 weeks post procedure.
FaceTite is perfect for someone who is looking for a nonsurgical facelift without any downtime. Morpheus8 goes deep down in the skin to really target the extra fat and remove those sagging jowls.
Laser resurfacing This is the most effective procedure for tightening loose skin.
Jennifer Aniston, Christie Brinkley, Vanessa Williams, and Paulina Porizkova are just a few of the stars who use Ultherapy as their go-to alternative to old-school facelifts. If you've ever wondered how everyone in Hollywood is all endlessly youthful—but still natural—it's probably Ultherapy.
FaceTite is a minimally-invasive, radiofrequency-based treatment that gently melts and removes unwanted fat while smoothing remaining fat below the surface and tightening skin.
Facelift – Facelift surgery is often considered the ideal solution for moderate to significant jowling. Designed to lift and tighten sagging facial tissue, this procedure can effectively reduce the appearance of jowls and create a more defined jawline.
FaceTite™ is a great add-on to liposuction of the neck. It's a smaller handpiece that delivers RFAL (Radio Frequency Assisted Lipolysis) technology underneath the skin, stimulating skin firming and collagen production.
Do not use heat or ice on treated areas. Incision care: Remove dressing in 24 hours and sponge bathe. Do not shower for 48 hours post procedure. Your incisions will continue to ooze for 24-48 hours.
The short answer is FaceTite and AccuTite are the same because they rely on the same exact method to produce desired results. To be more precise, they both use radiofrequency-assisted lipolysis, or RFAL, to 1) tighten the skin of and 2) reduce and contour the fat in the face, chin, and neck.
What is FaceTite? Similar to BodyTite, FaceTite is a nonsurgical facelift alternative that reduces facial fat and excess skin, resulting in a more youthful appearance. This FDA-approved procedure uses radio-frequency energy to target unwanted fat, contour the face, and tighten the skin.
The procedure is minimally invasive as it involves just having one deep stitch on each side of the head buried in the hair line, with a dissolving skin suture, so the scarring is hidden. This procedure gives a "mini-lift" and is a compromise for those who don't wish to undergo a full standard facelifting operation.
The results can be worth it. In fact, Ultherapy is often regarded as a great option for patients with moderate facial sagging, and in fact has won year after year as the best non-invasive lifting treatment.
A mini facelift involves the placement of incisions in front of the ears which extend from the hairline to the bottom of the earlobe. The surgeon will then gently pull the skin and tissues up and outward the ear. Excess skin and tissue are removed to tighten the appearance of the skin.
What Does FaceTite Treat? The number one complaint we receive from our patients is sagging jowls and a double chin. FaceTite is the best treatment available to date to fully address these issues. It can also be used to treat sagging skin, crepey skin on the neck, and other small areas of the body such as the knees.
Prevents Skin Wrinkles and Sagging After Surgery
Should there by any problems with loose skin or dimpling, there are skin tightening treatments available.
Ultherapy works best on jowls, chin and lower face that show the signs of mild to moderate laxity. In fact, maintaining your skin with Ultherapy while it has slight to moderate laxity can delay or eliminate the need for cosmetic surgery later.