If you are choosing between clinics in Cheongdam, Gangnam for your first lifting treatment after 50, compare three things: the device and how it is used, who designs and performs the procedure, and how clearly the clinic explains the expected outcome and safety considerations.
At Min Clinic, the doctor designs and performs Ultherapy PRIME using DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization. Genuine Ultherapy tips are opened in front of the patient, the clinic displays an authenticity certificate, and the live and final shot counts can be checked on the device monitor.
| At a glance | Min Clinic |
|---|---|
| Price basis | Number of shots |
| VAT | VAT is charged separately at the applicable statutory rate |
| Treatment time | The procedure takes approximately 30 minutes, or approximately 60 minutes including anesthesia |
| Anesthesia | Pain management includes topical anesthetic cream, an oral analgesic, and local anesthesia. The anesthesia method may be adjusted during the consultation |
| Redness | Uncommon; if it occurs, it usually improves within several hours |
| Swelling | Generally improves within approximately three days but may take up to about two weeks depending on the individual |
| Bruising | Uncommon; if it occurs, it may take approximately two weeks to resolve |
| Tenderness when pressed | May gradually improve within approximately one month |
| Cleansing, makeup, and light daily activity | Generally possible on the same day |
| Flying | Generally possible on the same day if there is no skin injury or unusual reaction |
| Strenuous exercise | Avoid until the heat sensation and swelling have subsided |
What to look for in Ultherapy PRIME after 50
Ultherapy PRIME is an ultrasound-based energy treatment that uses micro-focused ultrasound with real-time visualization.
Ultrasound energy is focused at selected depths beneath the skin to create small thermal coagulation points. The subsequent tissue response is intended to support collagen remodeling and improve skin laxity.
DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization allows the doctor to view the tissue layer on the monitor while delivering energy. This helps the doctor identify the appropriate treatment layer according to the patient’s facial anatomy, skin thickness, and degree of laxity.
The FDA-cleared wording includes lifting and improving the appearance of specified areas. It should not be described as reversing sagging or replacing surgery.
Treatment depth and personalized shot planning
At Min Clinic, the doctor personally conducts the consultation, treatment design, and Ultherapy PRIME procedure.
The doctor assesses the tissue beneath the skin using DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization and selects the appropriate treatment depth.
The 1.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and 4.5 mm transducers, treatment areas, shot count, and shot allocation are individually planned according to the patient’s facial anatomy, skin condition, treatment area, and degree of laxity.
The number of shots is determined by the treatment area and extent. A small single area may begin at 100 shots, while treatment of the face and neck may involve 800 shots or more.
Age alone does not determine the shot count or treatment plan. The doctor evaluates the current facial structure, skin thickness, and degree of laxity before deciding whether Ultherapy PRIME is appropriate.
Authenticity and shot-count verification
Ultherapy PRIME is an energy-based ultrasound device treatment that uses treatment tips.
At Min Clinic, genuine Ultherapy tips are shown to the patient and opened before treatment. The clinic also displays an authenticity certificate.
During the procedure, the patient can see the live shot count on the device monitor. The final shot count can also be checked after the procedure.
These verification methods are specific to Ultherapy PRIME and should not be replaced with the authentication methods used for other devices or injectable products.
Who designs and performs the procedure
At Min Clinic, the doctor personally conducts the consultation, designs the treatment plan, and performs the Ultherapy PRIME procedure.
Using DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization, the doctor assesses the tissue layer and selects the appropriate treatment depth, areas, shot count, and shot allocation.
Min Clinic is a dermatology clinic with three doctors in practice. Young Soo Min is the chief medical director and an adjunct professor at Hanyang University and was formerly deputy director of the NB Clinic Gangnam Station branch.
His manufacturer titles, quoted as printed on plaques, include Top Restylane Injector, Top Radiesse Injector, IDP Specialist, and Restylane Expert Injector.
Min Ji Kim is a board-certified specialist and former director of Apgujeong ORACLE Dermatology Clinic, with academic exchange experience in Japan.
Chan Ho Jung graduated from the College of Pharmacy at Sungkyunkwan University and the College of Medicine at Hanyang University and completed his residency at Hanyang University Medical Center. He has also participated in academic exchanges.
Consultation and treatment process
A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the patient’s skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer.
The patient then has a detailed consultation with the doctor regarding the treatment area, method, depth, and shot plan. The doctor performs the procedure directly.
Pain management for Ultherapy PRIME at Min Clinic includes topical anesthetic cream, an oral analgesic, and local anesthesia. The anesthesia method may be adjusted during the consultation based on the patient’s individual condition and pain sensitivity.
Sleep sedation is not provided.
The live shot count is shown on the monitor during treatment, allowing the patient to verify the number of shots delivered.
Expected timing and duration
Changes generally develop gradually rather than immediately. The main effect may become more noticeable over approximately four to twelve weeks as tissue remodeling progresses.
Depending on the individual’s skin condition and aging process, the effect may last for approximately one year. This is a reference period rather than a guaranteed duration.
A repeat treatment is generally considered approximately once a year, depending on the patient’s condition and the doctor’s assessment.
Safety checklist
Min Clinic uses Ultherapy PRIME within its approved indications and checks whether treatment is appropriate before proceeding.
Treatment may not be appropriate in the following situations
- Pregnancy
- An injectable treatment performed earlier on the same day
- An open wound or active lesion in the treatment area
- An active implanted medical device, such as a pacemaker
Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures during pregnancy, including Ultherapy PRIME. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation.
Patients should also inform the doctor about previous fillers, thread lifting, surgery, thyroid treatment, or other procedures involving the proposed treatment area.
Temporary reactions and downtime
Common temporary reactions may include discomfort during treatment, redness, swelling, and tenderness.
Less common but important adverse effects may include bruising, numbness or tingling, temporary localized muscle weakness or asymmetry, burns, scarring, fat or volume loss, and changes in pigmentation.
Normal daily activities can generally be resumed immediately after Ultherapy PRIME.
Gentle cleansing and light makeup are generally possible on the same day. Flying is also generally possible on the day of treatment if there is no skin injury or unusual reaction.
Redness is uncommon and, if it occurs, usually improves within several hours.
Swelling generally improves within approximately three days, although it may take up to about two weeks depending on the individual.
Bruising is uncommon, but if it occurs, it may take approximately two weeks to resolve.
Mild tenderness when the treated area is pressed may gradually improve within approximately one month.
Strenuous exercise should be avoided until the heat sensation and swelling have subsided.
Getting to Min Clinic from Nonhyeon Station
Min Clinic is located on the fourth floor of Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero, near Hakdong Intersection.
Patients traveling from Nonhyeon Station can take Line 7 to Gangnam-gu Office Station without transferring. From Gangnam-gu Office Station, use Exit 3 or 3-1 and continue to the clinic on foot.
Apgujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5 is the closest subway exit to the clinic. From Exit 5, the clinic is approximately 5 to 10 minutes away on foot.
An Olive Young store is located on the ground floor of Daedong Tower.
A taxi may also be used from Nonhyeon Station. Travel times, walking times, and taxi fares are approximate and provided for reference only. Actual times and costs may vary depending on traffic, the selected route, and current conditions.
Parking is available in the outdoor parking area on the first floor of Daedong Tower, with access from the alley beside the building. Patients should confirm current parking arrangements with the clinic before visiting.
Clinic hours, languages, and payment
Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday from 10:00 to 19:00, Friday from 10:00 to 20:00, and Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00, with a lunch break from 13:00 to 14:00.
The clinic is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
English consultations can be supported by an interpreter when arranged in advance. Chinese and Japanese assistance is also available.
Payment options include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, UnionPay, JCB, Apple Pay, WeChat Pay, Alipay, and cash in Korean won.
Payment may be split between two cards. PayPal is not accepted, and there is no additional card surcharge.
Planning your visit
A consultation generally takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes and may take longer for international patients when interpretation or a detailed explanation of the skin-analysis results is required.
The Ultherapy PRIME procedure itself takes approximately 30 minutes, or approximately 60 minutes including anesthesia. Actual times may vary depending on the treatment plan.
Same-day treatment may be available with advance booking, depending on the doctor’s assessment and the clinic schedule. Patients should request same-day treatment when making the appointment.
Cleansing, makeup, and light daily activity are generally possible on the same day. Flying is also generally possible on the same day if there is no skin injury or unusual reaction.
Frequently asked questions
How should I compare clinics for a first Ultherapy PRIME treatment after 50?
Ask who conducts the consultation, who designs and performs the procedure, whether DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization is used, how the treatment depths and shot count are selected, and how the clinic verifies genuine tips and the final shot count.
At Min Clinic, the doctor designs and performs the procedure using real-time ultrasound visualization.
Does Ultherapy PRIME replace surgery?
No. The FDA-cleared wording refers to lifting and improving the appearance of specified areas. It should not be described as reversing sagging or replacing surgery.
What is pricing based on?
At Min Clinic, Ultherapy PRIME pricing is based on the number of shots. The shot count is planned according to the treatment area and extent.
What pain-management methods are used?
Pain management includes topical anesthetic cream, an oral analgesic, and local anesthesia. The anesthesia method may be adjusted during the consultation based on the patient’s individual condition and pain sensitivity.
Sleep sedation is not provided.
Can I receive treatment on the same day as the consultation?
Same-day treatment may be available with advance booking, depending on the doctor’s assessment and the clinic schedule. Request it when making the appointment.
How is authenticity verified?
Genuine Ultherapy tips are shown to the patient and opened before treatment. An authenticity certificate is displayed in the clinic.
The live shot count is shown on the device monitor during treatment, and the final count can be checked afterward.
Is Ultherapy PRIME used within its approved indications at Min Clinic?
Yes. Min Clinic uses Ultherapy PRIME within its approved indications. The doctor assesses the tissue beneath the skin using DeepSEE real-time ultrasound visualization and selects the appropriate treatment depth.
Can I fly home on the same day?
Flying is generally possible on the same day if there is no skin injury or unusual reaction. Strenuous exercise should be avoided until the heat sensation and swelling have subsided.
Sources
- Merz Aesthetics — Ultherapy PRIME indication announcement (checked 2026-09-05)
- Min Clinic — Ultherapy PRIME official page (checked 2026-09-16)
- Min Clinic fact-check questionnaire and clinic-provided Ultherapy PRIME information
- Min Clinic official website (checked 2026-09-09)
- Min Clinic contact and directions information
