See beneathreal-time ultrasound guides treatment
Non-invasive ultrasound skin lifting
Ultherapy® Darwin
Micro-focused ultrasound with real-time imaging to stimulate new collagen and gradually lift and tighten selected areas—without surgery.
Personalised depthselected to suit your tissue
1 sessionmay be sufficient
Minimal downtimemost clients resume normal activities immediately
How Ultherapy can help
A gradual, natural-looking lift without surgery
Ultherapy may help lift a suitable lowered brow, firm the appearance beneath the chin and through the neck, and soften lines across the décolletage. It is designed for gradual, natural-looking improvement without incisions, injections or planned surgical recovery.
The original Ulthera® System combines micro-focused ultrasound energy with DeepSEE® real-time imaging. We can see the relevant tissue layers on screen, check contact and select the appropriate depth instead of relying only on what is visible at the surface.
Treatment lines create tiny, precise points of heat within collagen-rich tissue beneath the skin. Your natural healing response then builds and reorganises collagen over the following months, which is why the lifting and firming effect develops progressively rather than immediately.
How Ultherapy works
We see the tissue before delivering each treatment line
Different transducers focus the ultrasound at selected depths. Real-time imaging helps us choose the layer that suits your anatomy; not every depth is used in every area or on every client.
1.5 mm
Superficial dermis
Used selectively where a more superficial collagen-rich layer is appropriate.
3.0 mm
Deep dermis
Targets a deeper layer according to tissue thickness and the treatment plan.
4.5 mm
Deeper support layer
Can reach the deeper fibromuscular support layer where anatomy and imaging allow.
Simplified educational illustrations. Tissue thickness and anatomy vary, so treatment depth is selected after real-time imaging and assessment.
What Ultherapy may improve
Lift and firmness for selected areas of the face, neck and chest
Ultherapy may lift the eyebrow, firm suitable lax tissue beneath the chin and through the neck, and improve lines and wrinkles across the décolletage.
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Brow
Treatment can lift the eyebrow, which may create a subtly more open appearance around the upper eye area.
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Under the chin
Treatment of suitable lax submental tissue can support a firmer-looking under-chin area and jawline.
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Neck
Micro-focused ultrasound can be used to lift suitable lax tissue through selected areas of the neck.
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Décolletage
The upper chest can be treated to improve lines and wrinkles. Breast tissue itself is not treated.
Manufacturer-supplied Ultherapy images used with permission. Actual patient photographed before treatment and 180 days after treatment. Individual results vary.
Who may be suitable?
Mild to moderate laxity—and realistic expectations
Ultherapy may be considered when the eyebrow sits lower, tissue beneath the chin or through the neck has become less firm, or lines are developing across the upper chest. It can suit adults who prefer gradual, non-invasive improvement and do not want surgical recovery.
It is not a substitute for a facelift, does not remove excess skin and does not replace lost facial volume. Marked laxity, significant volume loss or a desire for immediate dramatic change may call for another option or medical referral.
Your appointment
What to expect before, during and after treatment
Before
Assessment and planning
We assess your concern, degree of laxity, medical history, medicines, previous procedures, fillers and implants. Standardised photography supports planning and follow-up. You receive an individual recommendation and quote before proceeding.
During
Imaging, mapping and treatment
The skin is cleansed and mapped, ultrasound gel is applied and tissue is visualised before treatment lines are delivered. You may feel heat, tingling, prickling or a brief deep ache. Face and neck appointments often take around 60–90 minutes.
After
Normal activity, gradual results
Most clients return to usual activities immediately. Temporary effects can occur. Collagen remodelling takes time, with visible change commonly developing over two to three months. Individual results vary.
See the treatment process
Watch how imaging and focused ultrasound work together
This explainer shows the mechanism used by the original Ulthera System. Your ABI treatment remains individually planned after an in-person assessment.
Results and timing
Subtle improvement that develops with your collagen response
Sessions
Often one; additional treatment depends on assessment and response.
Onset
Gradual change commonly becomes more visible after two to three months.
Longevity
Results may last up to 12 months, although individual longevity varies.
Downtime
No planned recovery period for most clients, although temporary effects can occur.
The degree of change varies with baseline laxity, age, tissue quality, treatment plan and biological response. Ultherapy does not stop ageing or guarantee a particular result.
Ultherapy before and after
Manufacturer-supplied treatment results
These authorised Ultherapy images show individual treatment outcomes at the stated review times. They are examples, not a promise of the result another person will achieve.
Case 01
Lower-face and under-chin appearance
Case 02
Upper-face and brow appearance
Case 03
Jawline and under-chin appearance
Images supplied by Ultherapy/Merz and used by Advanced Body Image with permission. Individual results vary.
Ultherapy cost Darwin
Current Advanced Body Image treatment guide
Pricing is confirmed after consultation because the appropriate area and treatment plan must be assessed first.
Consultation is required to confirm suitability, treatment area, realistic outcome and current price.
Book a consultationSafety and suitability
Important information before you book
Ultherapy must not be used over:
- Open wounds or lesions in the treatment area
- Severe or cystic acne in the treatment area
- Active implants such as pacemakers or defibrillators, or metallic implants, in the treatment area
Please tell us about:
Pregnancy or breastfeeding; medicines that affect bleeding; mechanical or breast implants; dermal fillers; keloid scarring; herpes simplex; autoimmune disease; diabetes; epilepsy; Bell's palsy; bleeding disorders; or any active condition that may affect healing. These require careful assessment, and some populations have not been evaluated in the instructions for use.
Possible effects and risks
Common short-term effects include redness, swelling, welting, tenderness, pain, tingling, numbness or bruising. Temporary nerve inflammation can cause altered sensation or local muscle weakness. Burns, blisters, nodules, pigment change, scarring, asymmetry, fat or volume loss and longer-lasting nerve effects have been reported after market use. Your practitioner will discuss relevant risks, warning signs and aftercare before consent.
Frequently asked questions
Ultherapy questions, answered clearly
What is Ultherapy?
Ultherapy is the branded treatment delivered by the original Ulthera System. It combines micro-focused ultrasound energy with real-time DeepSEE ultrasound imaging. The imaging helps the practitioner see tissue layers and confirm treatment depth before delivering energy to selected collagen-rich tissue.
Is Ultherapy the same as HIFU?
Ultherapy belongs to the broader focused-ultrasound category, but it is a specific medical device and treatment protocol. A defining feature is real-time ultrasound visualisation, which allows tissue depth, coupling and anatomy to be assessed on screen. Devices marketed simply as HIFU are not automatically equivalent to the Ulthera System.
Can Ultherapy replace a facelift?
No. Ultherapy can create a gradual, non-surgical improvement in suitable mild-to-moderate laxity, but it does not remove excess skin, reposition tissue like surgery or replace lost facial volume. Clients wanting a dramatic or immediate change may require a different pathway.
Does Ultherapy hurt?
Sensation varies. During energy delivery you may feel heat, tingling, prickling or a brief deep ache. Treatment settings, anatomy and individual sensitivity all influence comfort. We explain comfort measures and what to expect before treatment begins.
How many Ultherapy treatments will I need?
Many suitable clients have one treatment. Whether another session is appropriate depends on baseline laxity, treatment area, response, ageing and your goals. More treatment is not automatically better; reassessment should guide the decision.
When will I see Ultherapy results?
Some clients notice an early change, but the main response is gradual. Collagen remodelling commonly becomes more visible over two to three months. Photography and review appointments are more reliable than judging day-to-day changes in the mirror.
How long do Ultherapy results last?
The manufacturer states that results may last up to 12 months. Longevity varies with age, tissue quality, treatment plan, lifestyle and the individual collagen response. Ultherapy does not stop the normal ageing process.
Is there downtime after Ultherapy?
There is usually no planned recovery period and most clients return to normal activities immediately. Temporary redness, swelling, welting, tenderness, bruising, tingling or numbness can occur, so no-downtime does not mean no side effects.
Is Ultherapy suitable for every skin tone?
The original Ulthera System instructions describe the intended population as adults of all Fitzpatrick skin types. Suitability still depends on anatomy, the concern, medical history, medicines, implants and previous treatment—not skin tone alone.
How much does Ultherapy cost in Darwin?
Advanced Body Image currently lists face and jaw at $4,700, face and neck at $5,500, and chest at $2,600. Consultation is required to confirm the correct area, suitability and current quote before treatment.
Information reviewed
Read beyond the marketing
Content reviewed August 2026 against original-system instructions, the Australian device register and published clinical literature.
- Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods — ARTG ID 225194
- Pavicic et al. — MFU-V safety consensus
- Fabi et al. — customised MFU-V consensus guidelines
Personalised professional care
Find out what Ultherapy could realistically lift or firm for you.
At Advanced Body Image in Berrimah, we assess the tissue, show you what we see and explain the likely benefit, treatment experience, cost and relevant risks. If another pathway better matches your concern, we will tell you honestly.
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