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Lift and Tighten Sagging Skin with HIFU Ultraformer at Devonshire Dermatology

As we age, our skin naturally begins to lose firmness. Collagen and elastin production slows down, leading to sagging around the cheeks, jawline, neck and other areas of the body. While surgery is an option, many people now look for effective, non-invasive treatments that deliver visible results without the need for recovery time. This is where Ultraformer HIFU becomes an excellent choice.

At Devonshire Dermatology, we offer Ultraformer, an advanced high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment that lifts and tightens the skin using sound energy. It targets the deeper structural layers of the skin, encouraging natural collagen production and giving the skin a more youthful and defined appearance. There are no scalpels, no injections, and no need to take time off.

What can Ultraformer treat?

Ultraformer is ideal for treating:

  • Sagging or loose skin around the eyelids, cheeks, jawline and neck

  • Double chin or early signs of jowling

  • Skin laxity in larger areas of the body such as the stomach, thighs or upper arms

How does it work?

Ultraformer delivers focused ultrasound energy to specific layers within the skin. These tiny points of energy create a controlled response in the tissue, stimulating the production of new collagen. Over time, the treated area becomes firmer, tighter and naturally lifted. This technology also targets the SMAS layer, the same layer that is tightened during a surgical facelift.

By triggering collagen production at this deeper level, Ultraformer helps to restore support to the skin. The result is a visible lifting effect that improves gradually over several weeks, with results continuing to develop for up to three months.

Why Ultraformer is effective

The midface is one of the first areas to show signs of sagging due to age. Fat in this area slowly shifts downward, leading to flattening of the cheeks and the appearance of jowls. The mandibular retaining ligament remains firm, but the unanchored fat in the middle third of the face begins to move forward and downward. This process can cause the lower face to lose definition and appear heavy.

Ultraformer HIFU works by tightening the subaponeurotic muscular system (SMAS). This is the deep layer that supports the facial structure. When treated with ultrasound energy, this layer contracts and gradually rebuilds collagen, drawing the midface back and upwards. The effect is similar to a surgical lift but without any incisions or recovery period.

What to expect

  • Treatment takes between 20 and 30 minutes

  • No needles, no surgery and no downtime

  • Results begin to show shortly after treatment and continue to improve over time

  • Suitable for both face and body treatments

  • Can be safely repeated twice a year for maintenance

Ultraformer HIFU offers a safe and effective way to tighten the skin and redefine your features. Whether you are looking to delay the signs of ageing or improve skin firmness without invasive procedures, this treatment delivers lasting and natural-looking results.

To find out more, book a consultation with Devonshire Dermatology and discover how Ultraformer can help you achieve smoother, firmer and more lifted skin.