What Ultherapy PRIME Is
Ultherapy PRIME is an energy-based treatment from Merz Aesthetics that uses micro-focused ultrasound with visualization. Ultrasound energy is focused to a point beneath the skin to create heat, and that stimulus is intended to prompt collagen and elastin remodeling. The manufacturer’s differentiator is real-time visualization, which allows the operator to see the layer being treated on screen while delivering energy.
In the United States, it is FDA cleared to lift the brow and the skin on the neck and under the chin, and to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, as well as to improve skin laxity on the abdomen and the front and back of the upper arms. The cleared wording is lift and improve the appearance, and it does not state that it reverses sagging or replaces surgery.
What Sets the Price in Cheongdam
For Ultherapy PRIME, the pricing unit is the number of shots. A shot is one placement of focused ultrasound energy at a set depth along a treatment line. The quote is usually based on the treatment areas and shot count planned by the doctor after consultation. Treating a single area may involve fewer shots than combining the face and neck, or a face area with a body area.
The price reflects your plan. It changes with the extent of each area, the number of lines needed to cover that area, and whether you choose to include body zones that are within the cleared indications. The visualization feature is part of the device model and helps the operator confirm the depth and layer being treated as they tailor the treatment.
Before you schedule, ask for an itemized quote that lists the device model as Ultherapy PRIME, the areas, the planned shot counts per area, and any clinic fees. Whether VAT is included or charged separately should be clarified up front. If you want to add shots or an extra area on the day, ask how that will be quoted. If you need details about payment methods, interpreters, or parking validation, ask the clinic.
What You Should and Should Not Expect After 50
If you are considering your first lifting treatment after 50, it helps to set practical goals. Ultherapy PRIME is designed to lift or improve the appearance of treated skin within its cleared indications. The aim is a refreshed look that follows your facial structure and skin quality.
You should not expect a surgical result or dramatic reshaping. Ultherapy PRIME does not replace surgery, and device treatments follow different goals and timelines than an operation. Changes and timing vary by individual factors such as skin thickness and the area treated. Discuss how your plan will be staged and how it fits your priorities.
If you prefer subtle steps, ask about treating priority areas first and deciding on additional areas later. If you want a combined approach for the face and neck, confirm how the shot plan is distributed across those zones. Ask how to recognize expected sensations versus reasons to contact your doctor.
Questions to Ask in Consultation
- Which specific areas are within the plan, and how many shots are planned for each area?
- How will ultrasound visualization guide depth and layer during my session?
- How does the plan reflect my facial structure and skin quality in my fifties?
- What are the realistic goals for lift or appearance improvement for each area?
- What should I expect to feel during and after the session, and when should I contact the clinic?
- How are additional shots or added areas priced if I decide to expand the plan?
- What does the quote include, and how is VAT handled?
Bring your priorities in order of importance. If you are deciding between areas, ask to review how each area’s plan and shot count would contribute to your goals. Ask for a written plan you can review at home before you schedule your appointment.
Getting Here: Apgujeong Rodeo and Gangnam-gu Office
The clinic is at 4F, Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero. Exit 5 of Apgujeong Rodeo Station on the Suin-Bundang Line is the nearest exit. From Exit 5, it is about 5–10 minutes on foot. The building stands at Hakdong Intersection, with an Olive Young store on the ground floor.
You can also come from Gangnam-gu Office Station on Line 7 and the Suin-Bundang Line. Leave by Exit 3 or 3-1. From Exit 3 or 3-1 it is about 7 minutes on foot. No verified parking fee is available, so ask the clinic before you visit.
How Pricing Is Quoted and Scheduled
Ask for a quote that ties each cost line to an area and a planned shot count. Confirm the device model is Ultherapy PRIME by Merz Aesthetics. If you plan to combine areas, ask whether they are quoted as one combined plan or as separate lines. If you prefer to stage treatment, ask whether the plan can be split and how that changes the quote.
Clarify practicals before you book. Whether VAT is included or charged separately should be clarified up front. Ask the clinic about scheduling options, how long you will be at the clinic, and whether follow-up appointments are recommended. If you need details on payment methods or language support, ask the clinic.
If you are comparing quotes across Gangnam, Cheongdam, normalize them by writing down the device model, the areas, and the planned shot counts. That helps you compare like with like. Keep your personal goals in view and ask your doctor.
About Min Clinic
Ultherapy PRIME is an ultrasound-based treatment that uses DeepSEE real-time ultrasound imaging. A senior consultation manager conducts the initial consultation, and the skin is assessed using an EVE V MUSE analyzer. The doctor assesses your facial structure, skin thickness, degree of laxity and treatment areas, designs the treatment depth and number of shots, and performs the treatment directly. Min Clinic uses a genuine Ultherapy PRIME device. Min Clinic is an Ultherapy genuine certified clinic, and the certification plaque is displayed in the clinic. Clinics that use genuine Ultherapy devices can be looked up on the Merz Aesthetics Korea website at https://merz.co.kr/wp-content/find-hospital.php. The treatment is checked with DeepSEE real-time imaging, and the real-time and final shot counts are shown on the device screen. Pain management for Ultherapy PRIME at Min Clinic includes topical anesthetic cream, an oral analgesic, and local anesthesia as standard. Sleep sedation is not used for Ultherapy PRIME at Min Clinic. Cleansing, skin measurement, exfoliation, anesthetic cream, an oral analgesic, local anesthesia, the treatment and a soothing mask are included. At Min Clinic, all medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor. Same-day treatment may be possible depending on appointment availability and the doctor's schedule. Min Clinic does not perform medical aesthetic procedures, including Ultherapy PRIME, during pregnancy. Skincare treatments may be available after consultation. Upon request, skin-analysis results can be sent by email, and treatment records can be provided as a detailed medical statement. WhatsApp messages are answered during clinic hours, and the clinic responds as promptly as possible. In accordance with Korean tax law, VAT refunds for cosmetic medical services provided to foreign visitors are no longer available for treatments received on or after January 1, 2026. Min Clinic is registered as a dermatology clinic. Three doctors practice at the clinic, and two of them are board-certified specialists. Young Soo Min, the chief director, is an adjunct professor at Hanyang University and was formerly deputy director of NB Clinic, Gangnam Station branch. Times, distances and transportation costs are approximate and provided for reference only. Actual times may vary depending on the treatment plan, route and current conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Ultherapy PRIME for after 50?
If you are considering a non-surgical approach to lift or improve the appearance of specific areas within the cleared indications, your doctor can assess your skin quality and facial structure and advise on a plan. Changes and timelines vary.
Can Ultherapy PRIME replace a facelift?
No. The cleared wording is lift and improve the appearance, and it does not state that it replaces surgery. Discuss what that means for your face and neck goals.
How many shots will I need?
Shot counts vary by area size, depth plan, and the detail needed to follow your facial structure. Ask for a written plan that lists areas and planned shot counts so the quote is clear.
When will I see changes?
Timing varies by area and individual factors. Ask your doctor how your plan is expected to progress and how follow-up appointments fit into that plan.
Does it treat the abdomen or upper arms?
Yes, within the FDA-cleared indications, Ultherapy PRIME includes improvement of skin laxity on the abdomen and the front and back of the upper arms. Ask how a face plan and a body plan can be staged.
Who performs the procedure?
At Min Clinic, all medical aesthetic procedures are performed directly by a doctor.
What should I confirm on my quote?
Confirm the device model as Ultherapy PRIME, the areas, the planned shot counts per area, and whether VAT is included or charged separately. Ask how added shots or areas would be priced.
Sources
- Merz Aesthetics — Ultherapy PRIME indication announcement (checked 2026-09-05)
- Min Clinic official website (checked 2026-09-09)
- en.wikipedia.org
- min-clinic.co.kr
