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Ultherapy PRIME® Skin Lifting in Baton Rouge & Prairieville
Non Invasive Skin Lifting Treatment
At Z Dermatology, we are proud to offer Ultherapy PRIME®, the newest evolution of the gold standard in non-surgical skin lifting and tightening. This advanced technology uses microfocused ultrasound energy with real-time imaging to stimulate your body’s natural collagen production and create a firmer, more youthful appearance—without surgery or downtime.
Ultherapy PRIME® is FDA-cleared to lift and tighten the skin on the face, neck, and brow, while also improving lines and wrinkles on the décolleté, making it one of the most effective non-invasive treatments for skin laxity.
What Does Ultherapy PRIME Actually Do, and Is It Right for You?
Ultherapy PRIME® is FDA-cleared non-surgical skin lifting. It uses focused ultrasound energy delivered to the same foundational skin layer addressed during a surgical facelift, the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system), without any incisions. Your body responds by producing new collagen, gradually lifting and firming the treated area over 2 to 3 months.
The PRIME designation reflects a significant upgrade over the original Ultherapy system: real-time ultrasound imaging that allows Dr. Z to see exactly where energy is being delivered as treatment happens, ensuring precise placement in the correct tissue plane at every point. This is not a blind treatment, it's a guided one.
Ultherapy PRIME treats:
- Brow lifting: the only FDA-cleared non-surgical brow lift
- Facial skin laxity: particularly the lower face and jowl area
- Neck and submental laxity: the sagging skin under the chin and along the neck
- Décolletage lines: lines on the upper chest
Who Is a Good Candidate for Ultherapy PRIME?
Ultherapy PRIME® is ideal for patients who want a non-invasive alternative to a facelift or who are beginning to notice mild to moderate skin laxity. By stimulating your body’s own regenerative processes, results appear natural, subtle, and refreshed—never overdone.
Ideal Ultherapy candidates:
- Adults in their 30s to 50s with early to moderate skin laxity — skin that's beginning to sag but still has good quality and elasticity
- Patients who have noticed brow descent or a heaviness in the upper eyelid that isn't yet severe
- Patients who want to delay a surgical facelift and want the most effective non-surgical alternative
- Patients with neck laxity that is too early for surgery but noticeable enough to want to address
Who Ultherapy is not the right fit for:
- Patients with significant laxity — if your concern has progressed past what collagen stimulation can meaningfully address, surgery produces better outcomes. Dr. Z will be direct about this and can refer.
- Patients with very poor skin quality or very thin skin — limited collagen reserve limits Ultherapy results
- Patients expecting dramatic transformation from a single treatment — Ultherapy works with your biology over months, not instantly
Dr. Z has been performing Ultherapy longer than most practices in the region have offered it. She'll give you an honest assessment of whether you're in the window where this treatment produces meaningful results, or whether a different approach would serve you better.
Ultherapy PRIME Before/After Results
What Does Ultherapy Feel Like?
Ultherapy involves focused ultrasound energy delivered to deep tissue layers, which means patients feel something. The sensation is typically described as brief, intense warmth or a sharp pulsing feeling, particularly in areas close to bone.
At Z Aesthetic Dermatology, Dr. Z's comfort protocol includes:
- Topical numbing cream applied to the treatment area before the procedure
- Pro-Nox™ (patient-controlled nitrous oxide) available for patients who want additional comfort during treatment
- Oral pre-medication options when appropriate, based on your comfort level and treatment zone
Most patients describe Ultherapy as completely manageable with this comfort protocol in place. Treatment takes 60 to 90 minutes for a full face and neck. There is no required downtime — patients return to normal activity immediately, though some mild redness or swelling may last 24 to 48 hours.
What Does Ultherapy Cost in Baton Rouge?
Ultherapy cost in Baton Rouge at Z Aesthetic Dermatology depends on the treatment zones and the depth of coverage included in your plan.
Ultherapy pricing at Z Aesthetic Dermatology varies and is based on:
- The treatment area (brow only, face only, face + neck, or décolletage) is the primary driver of cost
- Real-time imaging with PRIME means more precision and more transducer passes — which is why PRIME produces better outcomes than older Ultherapy systems
- A specific quote is provided at consultation after Dr. Z reviews your anatomy and determines the appropriate treatment plan
- Dr. Z's Brow Wow series is a customized multi-session Ultherapy protocol designed specifically for brow lifting — ask about pricing at consultation
- Z Rewards earns Z Cash on Ultherapy treatments toward future services
When Will I See Results, and How Long Do They Last?
Initial improvement: begins around 1–3 months after treatment as new collagen forms.
- Peak results: most patients see the full extent of their improvement at 3 to 6 months post-treatment.
- How long it lasts: most Baton Rouge patients enjoy results for 12 to 18 months, sometimes longer depending on skin quality and agedepending on skin quality and aging.
- Maintenance: annual treatments help sustain results as the natural aging process continues
Ultherapy PRIME works by stimulating your body’s own collagen production deep in the skin, which gradually lifts and tightens areas like the brow, jawline, neck, and décolleté. Because it’s rebuilding collagen rather than just tightening temporarily, the results develop slowly and last longer than many surface treatments.
Is Ultherapy Painful?
While Ultherapy works by delivering focused ultrasound energy deep beneath the skin to stimulate collagen, comfort during treatment is a top priority at Z Dermatology. Dr. Ann Zedlitz believes that aesthetic treatments should never require patients to “just tough it out.”
To ensure a comfortable experience, Dr. Z uses a multi-layered pain management approach, which may include:
- Topical numbing cream applied before treatment to reduce surface sensitivity
- Local numbing injections in targeted areas when appropriate
- Oral non-opioid medications to help minimize treatment discomfort
- Pro-Nox laughing gas, a patient-controlled nitrous oxide system that provides fast-acting relief and relaxation during the procedure
This combination allows most patients to remain comfortable and relaxed throughout the treatment.
Ultherapy vs. Morpheus8: Which One Is Right for You?
This is the most common comparison question we hear in Baton Rouge and Prairieville. Both Ultherapy and Morpheus8 are effective non-surgical treatments. Neither is universally better, they do different things.
Ultherapy:
- Delivers energy to the deepest foundational skin layer (SMAS) — the layer addressed in a facelift
- Primary result: lifting and tightening of sagging tissue
- Best for: brow lifting, neck laxity, early jowling, and patients who want the most tissue lift possible from a non-surgical treatment
- Not appropriate for: skin texture, acne scars, surface refinement, or fat remodeling
Morpheus8:
- Delivers radiofrequency energy to the dermis and subdermal fat layer via microneedles
- Primary result: collagen remodeling, skin quality improvement, texture refinement, and limited fat remodeling
- Best for: skin laxity with texture concerns, acne scarring, overall skin quality improvement, and body treatment areas
- Can address surface, structural, and fat layers in a single treatment session
Some patients benefit from both, Ultherapy for deep lifting and Morpheus8 for skin quality. Dr. Z will assess your anatomy and recommend the combination, or single treatment, that addresses your actual concerns most efficiently.
Ready to Experience the Next Generation of Non-Surgical Lifting?
At Z Dermatology, you’re not just getting the newest technology — you’re getting it from one of the most experienced providers in the region. Dr. Z has been performing Ultherapy treatments for over 15 years, helping patients achieve natural, lifted results long before most practices offered the treatment. Now, with the addition of Ultherapy PRIME, patients can experience the latest and most advanced version of this gold-standard technology.
If you’re ready to tighten, lift, and refresh your skin without surgery, schedule your consultation today with Dr. Z and the expert team at Z Dermatology.
Call today to book your Ultherapy PRIME consultation and start your journey to firmer, more youthful-looking skin. 225-778-7540
Dr. Z’s Signature “Brow Wow”
Achieve a naturally lifted, refreshed look without surgery. Dr. Z’s Signature Brow Wow is a customized treatment series designed to gradually lift and tighten the brow area for beautifully natural results. This treatment includes three sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, allowing collagen to build and the brow to subtly elevate over time. The result is a brighter, more youthful appearance with a smooth, natural lift—no surgery required.
no surgery & no downtime
What Makes Ultherapy PRIME Different?
Ultherapy PRIME® represents the latest advancement in ultrasound skin lifting technology with improvements that make treatments more precise and comfortable.
Key benefits include:
- Real-time ultrasound imaging that allows providers to see exactly where energy is delivered
- Personalized treatments tailored to your unique skin structure
- Up to 20% faster treatment times compared to previous Ultherapy systems
- Enhanced visualization with a larger, high-resolution screen for improved precision
- Comfortable, non-invasive treatment with zero downtime
- Natural collagen stimulation for gradual, long-lasting lifting results
Because the technology allows providers to visualize the skin layers during treatment, it ensures safer and more accurate energy delivery for optimal outcomes.
