Some physicians say, “HIFU facelift treatment with ULTRAcel Q+ is painless, but it works!” There is a reason for it. ULTRAcel Q+ is one of the medical equipment that uses a technology called “high-density focused ultrasound,” which is similar to other HIFU devices in terms of specifications. However, ULTRAcel Q+ is equipped with a proprietary technology that enables stable irradiation at the temperature (60℃ to 65℃) at which protein denaturation begins to occur. This feature allows ULTRAcel Q+ to successfully reduce pain amplification caused by unnecessary heat sensation. In other words, its unique feature contributes greatly to reducing rest time for pain relief and surface anesthesia time during irradiation, as well as to dispelling negative impressions of the treatment.

Excellent rating in stress tests

As a medical equipment that produce effects through thermal action, it cannot claim to be “pain-free”. However, the cartridge of the ULTRAcel Q+ is designed with maximum consideration for pain and is described as “less painful” compared to conventional HIFU devices. In addition, the world’s first and only linear-shot cartridge (LinearFirm) dedicated for fat dissolution further reduces pain.

General Principles of HIFU

HIFU is an ultrasound (acoustic energy) focused to a single point at target depth via a transducer built into a cartridge (HIFU). Technology that enables approach without damaging the skin surface or other tissues, as thermal energy is focused only on the target tissue layer. Therefore, HIFU is called to be “the only medical equipment that can reach the SMAS and fascia layer (4.5mm layer)”. ULTRAcel Q+ delivers stable and rapid thermal energy at a constant and sufficient temperature for protein denaturation (60℃ to 65℃). Therefore, treatment can be performed with little heat or pain to the patient. 

Approach only at target depth

ULTRAcell Q +, using a next generation HIFU technology, is equipped with 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm cartridges with different depths to reach each target in the dermis, SMAS, and fat layer. This treatment is not possible with devices such as lasers or radiofrequency (RF), which deliver heat energy widely to superficial layers of the skin. In addition, LinearFirm (Linear Farm/Linear Cartridge) is also available, which spreads thermal energy differently at the same target depth.

Stable Irradiation realized by Jeisys technology

A coagulation zone is formed at the precise target depth, and the focal size varies with frequency. Each cartridge is designed to fit each indication and treatment area.