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Ultrasound Lifting Treatment

Ultrasound lifting treatment is a non-invasive procedure that lifts sagging skin and redefines facial contours without the need for surgery or downtime. This procedure uses micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualisation (MFU-V) to target deep structural layers, stimulating collagen production for a gradual and long-lasting lifting effect. Designed to deliver a personalised lift, this treatment adapts to individual skin structures, helping patients achieve a naturally refreshed appearance over time.

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How it Works

The treatment targets deep layers of the skin, including the superficial muscular aponeurotic system (SMAS), the same layer addressed in surgical facelifts. It reaches collagen- and elastin-rich layers, where skin laxity originates, helping to firm and elevate the skin.

Using micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualisation (MFU-V), the treatment delivers targeted thermal energy at clinically established depths (1.5mm, 3.0mm, and 4.5mm). This process heats tissue to 60–70°C, triggering collagen contraction and renewal to strengthen the skin’s support structure.

The treatment activates fibroblasts, initiating collagen renewal through healing, new collagen formation, and long-term remodelling. Over time, this results in a gradual, natural-looking lift with improved skin elasticity and firmness.

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Benefits of Ultrasound Lifting Treatment

  • Non-invasive: No incisions, injections, or anaesthesia required, minimizing risks associated with surgical lifting procedures.
  • Gradual, long-lasting lift: Collagen production continues for several months, with lifting effects becoming more defined over time and lasting beyond six months in many individuals.
  • Targeted energy delivery: Real-time imaging ensures precise energy delivery to collagen-rich layers, optimising treatment effectiveness and safety.
  • Minimal discomfort: Most people experience mild warmth or tingling as the energy is delivered, but no significant discomfort.
  • Customisable treatment areas: The procedure can be tailored to different areas, ensuring a personalised approach to lifting and firming skin.

Suitable Treatment Areas

The treatment is designed to lift and firm specific areas affected by skin laxity, enhancing skin definition for a more contoured, youthful appearance. It is commonly used to treat:

Face

Elevates and redefines the cheeks and lower face for a more sculpted appearance.

Neck & Submental Area

Lifts and tightens lax skin to improve neck contours and reduce sagging.

Brow

Raises drooping brows, creating a refreshed, more lifted appearance.

Décolleté

Improves the appearance of lines and wrinkles, restoring smoother, firmer skin on the chest.

The Treatment Process

The Treatment Process

Consultation and Skin Assessment

A consultation is conducted to evaluate skin laxity and determine treatment goals. The practitioner will assess the best treatment depth and protocol based on individual skin conditions.

Skin Preparation and Treatment Marking

The skin is cleansed to remove makeup, oil, and impurities. A treatment grid may be applied for even energy distribution, and a cooling gel is used to enhance comfort and ensure optimal contact with the ultrasound device.

Application of Ultrasound Energy

The device is placed over the treatment areas, delivering micro-focused ultrasound energy to target deep collagen-rich layers. Real-time ultrasound imaging allows practitioners to visualise skin layers, ensuring precise energy delivery for optimal results.

Completion and Post-Treatment Care

After the procedure, any remaining gel is removed, and a light moisturizer may be applied to soothe the skin. The practitioner will provide aftercare guidance to support skin recovery and collagen renewal, helping to maintain and enhance the lifting effects over time.

The procedure typically takes 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the areas being treated.

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What to Expect After Treatment

Some individuals may notice a slight lift early on, but the most visible improvements develop gradually as collagen rebuilds. The skin goes through three key stages: an initial healing phase (0-7 days) as the body starts its repair process, a collagen-building phase (2-12 weeks) where new collagen forms to improve skin elasticity, and a firming phase (3-6+ months) as collagen strengthens, leading to a progressive lifting effect.

Downtime After Treatment

This treatment requires no downtime, allowing individuals to resume daily activities immediately. Some may experience mild redness or swelling, which typically subsides within a few hours. Unlike invasive procedures, this treatment does not disrupt the skin’s surface, ensuring a smooth recovery process.

Caring for Your Skin Post-Treatment

A proper aftercare routine supports skin recovery and maximises the longevity of lifting effects.

  • Sun protection: Regular use of sunscreen is recommended to protect the skin and prevent collagen breakdown.
  • Skincare maintenance: A hydrating skincare routine can help maintain skin health and enhance the effects of the treatment.
  • Avoid excessive heat exposure: Saunas, hot baths, and direct sun exposure should be limited for the first 24 hours after treatment.
  • Follow-up sessions: Depending on individual skin aging and goals, additional treatments may be scheduled to maintain or enhance the effects.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

This treatment is ideal for individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity who want to improve firmness and texture without surgery. It is most effective for those beginning to notice early signs of aging but do not require invasive procedures.

A consultation is required to assess suitability, as individuals with severe skin laxity or certain medical conditions may need alternative treatments.

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Dr. SK Tan

Special Interest

  • Hyper-pigmentation
  • Anti-Aging
  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Ingredient Studies

Dr. SK Tan

Dr Tan graduated in 1971, with a Bachelors of Medicine (MB) and a Bachelors of Surgery (BS) from the University of Malaya. Dr Tan’s interest in dermatology led him to train at the St John’s Institute of Dermatology in London in the 1970s and he has since been focused in the field of aesthetic dermatology.

  • MBBS
  • Diploma in Venereology (University of London)
  • Diploma in Dermatology (University of Wales)
  • Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)

He is a member of numerous medical associations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the International Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons, and the International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology. Dr Tan was one of the first local doctors to be certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging Medicine. His personal interest in pigmentary disorders and acne has also led him to become an International Member of the Pigmentary Disorders Society of India, the Asian Society of Pigment Cell Research, and the American Acne and Rosacea Society (AARS).

Dr Tan’s work has led him to be invited to speak at numerous international conferences in the US, Europe and throughout the Asia Pacific region. He is a co-editor of “Handbook of Cosmetic Microbiology”, a reference book published by Marcel Dekker, and his papers have been published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, International Journal of Dermatology, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, and Expert Review of Dermatology, and has contributed a chapter in the reference book ‘Pigmentary Disorders: A Comprehensive Compendium’.

Special Interest

  • Hyper-pigmentation
  • Anti-Aging
  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Ingredient Studies
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Dr. Ben Yim

Special Interest

  • Anti-aging
  • Hyper-pigmentation
  • Body-Contouring
  • Fat Reduction

Dr. Ben Yim

Dr Yim graduated from Monash University in Australia with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. He has also earned a Master of Science in Clinical Dermatology from the University of London and more recently in Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics from Anglia Ruskin University in UK, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Family Physicians in National University of Singapore.

  • M.B.B.S (Monash University) 1994
  • Diploma Practical Dermatology (University of Wales College of Medicine) 1998
  • MSc. Clinical Dermatology (University of London) 1999
  • MBA (University of Chicago) 2011
  • MSc Non-Surgical Facial Aesthetics (Anglia Ruskin) 2018
  • GDFM (NUS) 2019

Dr Yim has been practicing aesthetic medicine in private practice since 2000. The former director of Clinical Aesthetics & Laser Centre has been offering a wide armamentarium of aesthetic services including Botulinum Toxins, fillers for facial enhancement, skin tightening, fractional lasers, threadlifts, and non-invasive body contouring treatments.

As a trainer for Allergan Medical Institute in Singapore, Dr Yim has been invited to speak and train for numerous aesthetic workshops and conferences including “The Advanced Facial Anatomy and Injectables Workshop”, Botulinum Toxins and Filler injectable training workshops organized by Allergan, “The Singapore Disease Conference 2008” and “1st International Conference on Healthcare Transformation 2008” and Forum for Professional Self-regulation jointly organized by the SingHealth Centre for Health Services Research and the NUS Medical Society, to name a few.

Dr Yim comes from a family of four doctors, all in private practice in family medicine. Despite the move into full-time aesthetic medicine, Dr Yim has also taken an interest in family medicine pursuing a Master degree in Medicine in Family Medicine in NUS in which he hopes to complete in 2020.

Outside of his profession, Dr Yim also actively participates in social projects such as tattoo laser removal for prison inmates and teenage delinquents. For leisure, he enjoys golf, reading, playing the piano and running – he has participated in several half-marathons.

Special Interest

  • Anti-aging
  • Hyper-pigmentation
  • Body-Contouring
  • Fat Reduction
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Dr. Liz Lum YX

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Slimming and Contouring

Dr. Liz Lum YX

Dr Liz Lum YX graduated from Trinity College in Dublin with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree. She has also earned a graduate diploma in aesthetic medicine with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM). Apart from these, Dr Lum has also attained certification by the Ministry of Health accredited bodies under the Singapore Medical Council’s Aesthetics Dermatology Education Group for various aesthetics procedures. Before joining IDS, Dr Liz Lum YX was a surgical trainee with the hand surgery department in SGH.

  • MBBCH BAO (Trinity College Dublin)
  • Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
  • Accredited by the Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (Singapore Medical Council) for Certificates of Competence in Aesthetic Procedures
  • Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)

Jean Cocteau once said, “If there is a defect in the soul, it cannot be corrected on the face; but if there is a defect on the face and one corrects it, it can correct a soul.” For this reason, Dr Liz Lum YX has a special interest in acne treatment that dates back to times when she had to deal with her own acne problems and breakouts. This drove her to identify the need for innovative products and treatments to treat acne problems. She strongly believes that many acne prone patients will benefit from a combination of innovative dermatological products, lasers and medications.

Dr Liz Lum YX’s other interests include injectables such as botulinum toxins, fillers and laser treatments for pigmentary disorders. Outside of her profession, she enjoys travelling and spending quality time with her family, friends and loved ones over good meals, movies, and a cup of coffee.

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Slimming and Contouring
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Dr. Ian Tan

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Anti-Aging
  • Body Contouring
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Slimming and Contouring
  • Hair Regrowth
  • Weight Management

Dr. Ian Tan

Dr Tan graduated from the National University of Singapore and is one of the few medical doctors selected to lead the Singapore National Healthcare Group surgical residency program. He had his basic years of training in various hospital surgical specialties and he obtained Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (General Surgery) in 2013.

  • MBBS (Singapore)
  • MRCS (Edinburgh)
  • GDFM (Singapore)
  • GDFP Dermatology (Singapore)
  • Certificate in Aesthetic Medicine, Amercian Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
  • Accredited by the Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (Singapore Medical Council) for Certificates of Competence in Aesthetic Procedures
  • Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)
  • Accredited Family Physician
  • Basic Obesity Management Accreditation 2 (BOMA 2)
  • Certificate Course in Andrology

Through his practice, he developed a keen clinical interest in dermatological conditions and has obtained a Diploma in Dermatology (FP) from NUS. Dr Tan aims to help his patients achieve beauty through science by using appropriate skincare, aesthetic procedures and lasers. He believes his experience in surgery will complement his work in aesthetic and dermatological procedures at the IDS clinic.

A former national, Dr Tan was an avid athlete during his college days and developed him in local and regional canoe competitions. Outside of his profession, he enjoys running and going to the gym.

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Anti-Aging
  • Body Contouring
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Slimming and Contouring
  • Hair Regrowth
  • Weight Management
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Dr. Michelle Wong

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Focused Ultrasound Lifting
  • Skin Brightening
  • Cryo based Treatment

Dr. Michelle Wong

Dr Michelle Wong graduated from The University of Melbourne, Australia with a Bachelors of Medicine, Bachelors of Surgery and Bachelors of Medical Science. She obtained her post-graduate Diploma in Clinical Dermatology with Distinction from the Queen Mary University of London, and holds a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine with the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM).

  • MBBS from The University of Melbourne, Australia
  • Diploma in Clinical Dermatology from Queen Mary University of London
  • Diploma in Aesthetics Medicine from American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
  • Diploma in Cosmetic Science (UK)

In aesthetics, Dr Wong believes she has discovered her ikigai – the intersection of what she is both good at and loves doing. Her preferred tools of the trade are injectables such as Botulinum Toxins & fillers, which she wields with finesse and intuition - often achieving what her patients desire but cannot express through words. Out of passion and interest, she regularly attends conferences and workshops, eager to learn about the latest treatments and techniques to further hone her craft.

Combining the science of medicine with the art of beauty, Dr Wong provides an honest consult to help her patients achieve their skincare and beauty goals. She believes in understated elegance – a focus on a less-is-more approach - and works to enhance her patients’ natural features whilst instilling self-confidence. Her reassuring and gentle approach puts patients at ease allowing her to achieve maximum results through safe and effective procedures.

In her free time, Dr Wong enjoys taking long walks with her dog at the park. Her family praises her inner domestic goddess that can whip up an impressive variety of home-cooked meals. She is also active in church medical missions and believes in contributing back to society through her God-given gifts and talents.

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Focused Ultrasound Lifting
  • Skin Brightening
  • Cryo based Treatment
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Dr. Vivian Yong

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Enhancement

Dr. Vivian Yong

Dr Vivian Yong graduated from National University of Singapore in 2006, and has an experience of more than 10 years in Aesthetics. She has also accumulated extensive surgical skills and experience from various rotations in general surgery, ophthalmology, and ENT.

  • MBBS
  • GDFM

Dr Vivian has always had a natural inclination towards science subjects and this led her into medicine. During her medical graduate days, she developed a keen interest in Aesthetics and Skincare, and she believes that Aesthetics is one area that allows her to help a patient achieve their ideal artistic expression based on science. While Dr Vivian is always keen to accommodate her patients’ needs, she ensures that their welfare remains the utmost priority. This is why Dr Vivian is loved by her patients for always being meticulous and attentive to details.

Dr Vivian’s eye for beauty goes beyond aesthetics. Outside the clinic, Dr Vivian loves to spend her time in leather crafting and jewelry making, transforming basics into beauty. She also loves spending her quiet time exercising in the gym or chilling at home with her loved one.

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Enhancement
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Dr. Sean Lim

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Enhancement

Dr. Sean Lim

  • MBBS (Singapore)
  • Certified Personal Trainer

Dr Sean is a dedicated medical professional with a diverse background in procedural disciplines and holistic care. He graduated with an MBBS degree from the National University of Singapore, earning recognition on the Dean's List for his exemplary performance in his final year Professional Examination. Fully registered with the Singapore Medical Council (SMC), Dr Sean is also certified to perform aesthetic procedures by the Aesthetic Dermatology Educational Group (ADEG). Beyond his clinical practice, Dr Sean actively engages in community service and leadership endeavours. He has contributed his medical expertise to humanitarian missions, including Naamjai Medical Missions trips to Thailand and a collaborative effort with plastic surgeons from NUH at Yangon's Defense Services General Hospital (DSGH).

Dr Sean's commitment to excellence extends beyond the medical field. As a former Singapore national athlete in pole vaulting, he has represented Singapore in numerous international competitions, earning accolades and setting records. Dr Sean’s passion for health and fitness is evident in his certification as a personal trainer and his dedication to maintaining an active lifestyle.

A proud new father, Dr Sean cherishes quality time with his family outside of work commitments, demonstrating a balanced approach to life and well-being. His belief in delivering quality care with a personal touch reflects his ethos as a compassionate healthcare provider.

Special Interest

  • Acne
  • Acne Scarring
  • Fillers
  • Neurotoxin Injection - Botulinum Toxins
  • Face Lifting
  • Facial Enhancement
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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    How many sessions will I need to see results?

    Most individuals see a noticeable lift after one session, with results continuing to improve for two to three months. The effects can last up to a year or longer, depending on collagen response and skin ageing. Maintenance treatments may be recommended every 12 to 18 months.

    Can this treatment be combined with other procedures for better results?

    Yes, it can be safely combined with injectables, skin resurfacing, or laser treatments to enhance overall facial rejuvenation. A consultation will determine the best approach for your goals.

    Is this treatment safe for all skin types?

    Yes, this treatment is suitable for all skin tones, as it targets deep tissue layers without affecting the skin’s surface.