How to Confirm You Are Getting Genuine Ultherapy Prime
Quick answer: To confirm genuine Ultherapy Prime, check that the device shows real-time ultrasound imaging, ask to see the transducers being used, and confirm the total shot count before and after treatment. A clinic that is open about these details is a good sign. At YAAN Clinic, Ultherapy Prime 300 shots is ₩1,500,000.
Because Ultherapy is a premium treatment, some offers use different HIFU devices under similar names. A few simple checks protect you.
Checks before and during treatment
- The device displays live ultrasound images of the tissue layers
- Transducers are labelled and their depths are explained
- The planned shot count is confirmed before starting
- The delivered shot count is shown at the end
Questions to ask
- Is this Ultherapy Prime or a different HIFU device?
- How many shots are included, and on which areas?
- Who performs the treatment?
- Is VAT included in the price?
Warning signs
- Prices far below the market with no clear reason
- No imaging screen visible during treatment
- Vague answers about shot count
- Pressure to pay before a consultation
Ultherapy Prime vs other HIFU
Other HIFU devices such as Shurink can be effective and cost less, but they are different products. Knowing which device you are paying for lets you compare fairly. See Ultherapy vs Shurink.
What a transparent clinic looks like
- A physician assessment before planning shots
- Clear written pricing
- Willingness to show the device and count
- Aftercare advice and follow-up contact
Ultherapy prices at YAAN Clinic Gangnam
- Ultherapy Prime 300 shots: ₩1,500,000
- Ultherapy Prime 600 shots: ₩3,000,000
- Shurink 300 shots: ₩390,000
From the YAAN Clinic price list. See also Ultherapy Prime cost in Korea.
Frequently asked questions
Can I photograph the shot counter?
Many clinics are happy for you to see the total.
Does a lower price always mean a fake device?
Not always, but confirm the device and shots.
Is Ultherapy Prime the same as older Ultherapy?
See Ultherapy vs Ultherapy Prime.
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This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Results and recovery vary between individuals. Suitability, settings and aftercare are decided by a physician at consultation.
