Kkeut Clinic Shurink Universe Treatment Guide

*What is Focused Ultrasound Lifting?

Ultrasound lifting, known as HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound), utilizes high-intensity focused ultrasound energy. This non-surgical procedure precisely delivers energy to specific layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and providing a lifting effect.

Similar to the principle of a magnifying glass focusing light to one spot, ultrasound energy is concentrated at specific depths within the skin. This creates momentary high-temperature conditions, forming tiny thermal coagulation points (TCPs) within the skin tissue.

These coagulation points are exposed to high heat, approximately 60-70 degrees Celsius, but they stimulate only the focused area without significantly affecting surrounding tissues. This can help promote collagen denaturation and regeneration.

Notably, HIFU is one of the non-invasive devices capable of reaching the SMAS layer (superficial muscular aponeurotic system), a deep layer of the skin. This SMAS layer is the same anatomical structure addressed during surgical facelifts.

When energy is delivered to the SMAS layer, immediate tissue contraction occurs, and collagen fiber remodeling is activated. This can contribute to maintaining a long-term lifting effect.

HIFU treatment causes minimal damage to the epidermis, resulting in less burden regarding recovery time. It also offers the advantage of being applicable to various skin types.

*Expected Effects by Cartridge (1.5mm/ 3.0mm/ 4.5mm)

1.5mm (Upper Dermis)

Can help improve fine wrinkles on the skin surface.

Considered for application on wrinkles around the eyes, glabella, and mouth.

You can expect improved skin texture, reduced pore size, and tone correction effects.

3.0mm (Lower Dermis)

Can be used to enhance elasticity around the cheeks or nasolabial folds.

Expected effects include improvement in initial skin sagging and pore tightening.

Can contribute to restoring firmness deep within the skin.

4.5mm (SMAS Layer, Fascia)

Primarily used for lifting the jowls, jawline, and double chin.

Can help improve sagging through deep tissue contraction.

May be effective when applied to moderate or severe skin sagging.

6.0mm (Subcutaneous Fat Layer)

Can be considered for application on areas with deep fat layers, such as a double chin.

Also applicable for body treatments on areas like the abdomen, thighs, and arms.

Targets the fat layer to induce fat cell contraction and can lead to improved volume.

Each cartridge is applied with a different treatment purpose depending on the targeted skin layer.

1.5mm focuses on improving fine wrinkles and skin texture, while 3.0mm targets skin elasticity and tightening. 4.5mm is used for substantial lifting effects, and 6.0mm is utilized to target the fat layer to help reduce volume.

*Characteristics of DOT Mode and MP Mode

-DOT Mode precisely delivers energy point by point, allowing for delicate design of the treatment area. This can lead to immediate tissue contraction effects.

It is particularly suitable for areas with many curves and requiring delicate access, such as around the eyes, mouth, chin, and nasolabial folds. When performed by experienced medical staff, the benefits of personalized lifting can be further maximized.

-MP Mode delivers ultrasound energy in a linear fashion at regular intervals. Therefore, it is considered suitable for inducing a lifting effect across the entire face by working quickly and efficiently on large areas.

This mode is efficient when treating large areas quickly, and its advantage is that it can relatively reduce the burden of pain during the procedure.

Using DOT Mode and MP Mode together can provide complementary effects. The combination of overall contour lifting using MP Mode and detailed point lifting using DOT Mode can lead to even more satisfying results.

*Experience Shurink Universe at Kkeut Clinic

The strengths of Shurink Universe treatment are as follows:

1. harmoniously utilizing various handpieces, and

2. effectively combining DOT Mode and MP Mode.

This approach can increase patient satisfaction with the treatment.

Areas with curves or many contours on the face can be delicately treated with a pen-type handpiece, while larger areas can receive efficient energy delivery through MP Mode.

By intensively applying DOT Mode to key points requiring lifting, a delicate treatment that considers the overall balance and harmony of the face is possible.

Lifting procedures require delicate planning, taking into account the depth of energy delivery, precise manipulation of the handpiece, and the balance of mode selection.

Shrink Universe treatment may be suitable for those who desire natural lifting improvement with minimal disruption to daily life, or those looking to address overall skin elasticity loss and sagging.

Is Shrink Universe less effective than Ulthera?

In conclusion,

If the procedure is performed using the same power output, depth, and number of shots,

no significant difference in treatment effectiveness may be observed between Shrink Universe and Ulthera.

Both devices utilize High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology to

deliver thermal energy to the deep SMAS layer of the skin,

and are based on the principle of promoting collagen contraction and regeneration to achieve a lifting effect.

For example,

Shrink Universe (Dot Mode) 1.0j x 300 shots

Similarly, when Ulthera is performed with 300 shots at 1.0J intensity, a total of 300J of energy is accumulated.

The duration of HIFU treatment effects may depend less on the specific 'device name' than on

how an individual's 'skin tissue responds to thermal coagulation'.

And the extent to which skin tissue shows a thermal coagulation response is

determined by the total amount of focused ultrasound energy.

Treatment Information

1. Shrink Universe is a treatment utilizing High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU). It is the second-generation Shrink lifting method that focuses energy on the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer of the face, which has lost elasticity and sagged due to aging, inducing collagen production and contracting loosened tissue to help improve overall elasticity.

2. It offers a treatment speed more than twice as fast as the existing Shrink, and with the Ultra Booster pen-type handpiece, it can precisely deliver ultrasound energy not only to broad areas like the V-line, cheeks, and cheekbones, but also to delicate contoured areas or around the eyes, allowing for meticulous lifting.

3. The improved laser delivery speed shortens treatment time and reduces pain, allowing for a more comfortable experience. The energy that creates approximately 400 thermal coagulation points per shot can have a positive impact on lifting effects.

Treatment Advantages

·         01. Effectively delivers energy by forming approximately 400 thermal coagulation points

·         02. Two ultrasound modes available for selection based on skin condition and area

·         03. Meticulous lifting applicable even to small, contoured areas

·         04. Bidirectional irradiation method increases treatment speed, reduces pain, and can help improve skin elasticity

Recommended For

·         01. Those concerned about changes in their appearance due to a sagging face line

·         02. Those desiring lifting for contoured and delicate areas, and overall improvement in facial line elasticity

·         03. Those concerned about wrinkles due to aging

·         04. Those seeking a lifting method that allows for a more precise and delicate approach than existing Shrink treatments

Treatment Process

·         STEP 01. Self-cleansing

·         STEP 02. Gel application to the treatment area

·         STEP 03. Perform Shrink Universe treatment

·         STEP 04. Treatment completion

Post-Treatment Precautions

ㆍIf the skin is thin, tip marks may appear on the treated area. Please note that these marks usually subside naturally within 1-2 weeks.

ㆍAfter the treatment, minor symptoms such as slight redness, burning, throbbing, swelling, pain, toothache, or tooth sensitivity may appear in the treated area. While there are individual differences, these symptoms generally improve naturally within 1-2 weeks, so please keep this in mind.

Customized Power Adjustment: Considering Pain and Treatment Effectiveness

·         When performing Shrink treatment, finely adjusting the power intensity, considering individual skin characteristics, may be necessary for more satisfactory results.

·         During the procedure, we continuously communicate with you, carefully monitor your pain level, and adjust the energy output accordingly to ensure an effective treatment.

Subtle Difference 2. Combining Ultherapy Mode (Dot-Type Irradiation) – For Deeper Improvement

·         Shrink Universe typically irradiates energy in a linear (line-shaped) manner, meaning the thermal energy spreads widely, unlike Ultherapy which focuses energy in a dot-type.

·         The Shrink device also features a dot output (dot-type irradiation) mode similar to Ultherapy. Using this mode allows for more concentrated lifting effects in specific areas.

·         While the dot output method may extend the treatment time, we apply this Ultherapy mode to areas requiring lifting, providing a more detailed treatment approach tailored to your individual skin concerns.

Subtle Difference 3. Customized Treatment Design – Precise Application Beyond Shot Count

·         Even with a smaller number of shots, we carefully design the treatment areas beforehand, considering facial balance and aiming for the desired lifting effect.

·         Rather than simply completing a set number of shots, we meticulously plan and design where to concentrate the energy, striving for highly satisfying results.

Subtle Difference 4. Precise Tip Direction Setting

* Precise Adjustment of Treatment Tip Direction

We analyze the overall facial contour and the gravitational direction of skin sagging, planning for energy to be irradiated diagonally or upwards.

This approach guides the energy to act in a direction that can help with skin lifting.

As a result, you can expect a more natural improvement.

Considering the direction of the Shrink tip during treatment is a process that requires meticulous attention.

* Application of Tilt & Push-up Technique

This is not simply holding the tip perpendicular to the skin.

The treatment is performed by slightly tilting and pushing up the skin.

This method allows the coagulation points created by the ultrasound energy to form upwards.

This can contribute to a lifting effect, as if the facial structure is being pulled upwards.

According to relevant research, this technique has been reported to bring statistically significant changes to skin lifting.

We consider these meticulous details, striving to ensure that our designs are not merely concepts but are effectively applied in actual treatments to achieve significant improvements.