Neck Line Ultherapy PRIMEin Gangnam, Seoul
Neck Line Ultherapy PRIME targets the horizontal neck lines and the under-chin (submental) area, where skin is thin and laxity often shows early. Focused ultrasound reaches the dermis and, where appropriate, the deeper support layer to prompt collagen renewal along the neck. At QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, we map the neck and under-chin after assessing your skin; a session usually takes about 20–40 minutes with little downtime. (Results vary by individual.)
Who it’s for
- Horizontal neck lines and early neck laxity
- Under-chin softness where the jaw meets the neck
- People who want to pair neck care with a facial lifting plan
- Anyone who prefers a non-surgical option with little downtime
Neck skin is thin and moves constantly, so the doctor maps depths carefully. Deep static neck bands may be discussed separately. Whether it suits you is confirmed during consultation.
How it works
Focused ultrasound is delivered along the neck and under the chin at depths suited to thin neck skin, prompting collagen renewal over the following months so lines and laxity may soften. PRIME’s real-time imaging helps the doctor confirm the layers in this mobile, delicate area before energy is delivered. Ultherapy PRIME is an ultrasound technology cleared by the US FDA for lifting the skin on the neck and under the chin.
THE MECHANISM, STEP BY STEP
01Focused, not spread out
Instead of heating the surface broadly, the ultrasound is focused to precise points below the skin, leaving the thin neck surface largely untouched.
02Depths suited to thin neck skin
Energy is delivered at depths chosen for the neck — reaching the dermis and, where appropriate, a deeper support layer — because neck skin is thin and moves constantly.
03Guided by real-time imaging
With PRIME, the doctor sees the actual layers on ultrasound before delivering energy, which matters in this mobile, delicate area.
04Your own collagen responds
The controlled heat prompts the skin’s natural repair, and new collagen forms gradually over the following months, so lines and laxity may soften over time rather than immediately.
Treatment areas
- Horizontal neck lines
- The set of lines that ring the neck.
- Under-chin (submental)
- Softness beneath the jaw and chin.
- Jaw-to-neck transition
- Where a soft jawline blends into the neck.
What the procedure is like
- 1Consultation and assessment of the neck and under-chin
- 2Cleansing and mapping along the neck lines
- 3Ultrasound delivery by depth, adapted to thin neck skin
- 4Cooling and aftercare guidance
Time: A neck session takes about 20–40 minutes.
Recovery & aftercare
- Little to no downtime; most people return to daily activities the same day.
- Temporary redness, mild swelling or tenderness along the neck may occur.
- Use sun protection on the neck and follow the soothing guidance we provide.
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
DAY 0 Treatment day
Warmth as the ultrasound is delivered along the neck and under-chin; afterwards mild redness that usually settles within hours. Most people return to daily activities the same day.
DAY 1-3 Settling
Any redness, mild swelling or tenderness along the neck generally eases. Makeup and normal skincare can usually resume as advised.
WEEK 2-6 Early firming
Some people notice the neck and under-chin feeling a little firmer. This varies from person to person.
2-3 MONTHS Collagen renewal
As new collagen forms, a gradual firmness along the neck becomes more noticeable for many people, and lines may look softer. This is typically when results are assessed. (Results vary by individual.)
~6 MONTHS Review & maintenance
Your doctor reviews the outcome and, if appropriate, discusses timing for a maintenance session based on your neck skin.
Sessions & results
A single session is common, with changes appearing gradually over about 2–3 months as collagen renews along the neck. A maintenance plan is discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
How it compares
These are all non-invasive, energy-based lifting treatments — but they use different energy and reach different depths, so they suit different goals.
| Comparison | Ultherapy PRIME | Thermage FLX | Sofwave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | Focused ultrasound (imaging-guided) | Monopolar radiofrequency | Ultrasound (SUMS) |
| Main depth | Up to ~4.5 mm — reaches the SMAS | Broad heating of the dermis | Mid-dermis (~1.5 mm) |
| Often chosen for | Deeper lift; jawline and neck laxity | Overall tightening and contour | Fine lines and early laxity |
| Sensation | Brief warmth at each point | Warm heating cycles with cooling | Generally comfortable |
| Downtime | Little to none | Little to none | Little to none |
Neither is “better” — they work differently and suit different goals. The right choice is decided after we assess your skin.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Temporary redness, a flushed feeling, or mild swelling along the neck
- Tenderness or a tingling sensation in treated areas for a short time
- Occasionally small areas of bruising
- Rarely, temporary numbness or nerve-related sensations that typically settle
When to take extra care
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding — let us know at consultation
- Active skin infection, inflammation or open lesions on the neck
- Implanted electrical devices, or metal implants in the area — tell your doctor
- Recent fillers, threads or other energy treatments on the neck — tell your doctor so timing can be planned
- A history of keloid or difficulty with wound healing
Ultherapy PRIME is not a replacement for surgical lifting, and thin neck skin does not suit every degree of laxity. Whether energy-based lifting is right for you is confirmed during consultation. Effects and downtime vary by individual, and side effects may occur.
Your care at QD Clinic
Performed by a board-certified doctor
Your treatment is performed and medically reviewed by a board-certified doctor, not delegated unsupervised.
Imaging on delicate neck skin
With PRIME, the doctor sees the layers of thin, mobile neck skin on real-time ultrasound before delivering energy, so depths are matched to this delicate area.
Care in your language
Consultation in English, with 中文 and 日本語 support arranged on request — including questions before you travel.
A short walk from Gangnam Station
Central Seoul location with guidance from the airport and nearby hotels, and hours shown in KST.
Pricing
Pricing depends on the number of lines along the neck and under-chin. Please consult us for a personalized quote.
Frequently asked questions
It targets skin firmness along the neck and may soften the appearance of lines and laxity over time; deep static creases can respond less. What is realistic is explained at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Yes. Many people pair the neck and under-chin with a facial plan for a more even result. The combined mapping is decided at consultation.
Some warmth or brief discomfort can occur; thin neck skin can feel more sensitive. Comfort options are discussed at consultation. (Results vary by individual.)
Changes appear gradually over about 2–3 months as collagen renews. (Results vary by individual.)
Little to none. Temporary redness or mild swelling may occur and usually settles quickly.
Yes. Our doctors consult in English directly, and 中文 / 日本語 can be arranged in advance. Tell us your language on WhatsApp before your visit.
Often considered together
Treatments that are sometimes planned alongside this one, decided at consultation.
+Full Face Ultherapy PRIME
Many people pair the neck with a full-face plan so the jawline and neck are treated together for a more even result — decided at consultation.
+Thermage FLX for Neck Lines
Radiofrequency tightening addresses neck skin differently and can be considered alongside ultrasound — sequencing is decided by your doctor.
+Skin boosters
Injectable hydration and skin-quality treatments address surface texture and glow, which lifting alone does not target.
For international patients
Consultation in English / 中文 / 日本語 · WhatsApp · WeChat · KakaoTalk · a 4-minute walk from Sinnonhyeon / Nonhyeon Station (hours in KST) · card payment.
For International PatientsMedically reviewed by Dr. Sahyeok Hong, board-certified plastic surgeon and Director of QD Clinic.