Torn between Ulthera Prime and Ulthera SPT? Not sure which one suits you best?
Both run on the same core technology, MFU-V (Micro-Focused Ultrasound with Visualization) — but the machines themselves aren't identical. Here's the full breakdown before you book.
What is Ulthera SPT?
Ulthera SPT is an ultrasound skin-tightening device built on Merz Aesthetics' SPT (See Plan Treat) technology — a system that lets the practitioner visualize the skin layers in real time, mapping each individual's structure and delivering energy with precision, person by person.
The handpiece fires at three depths — 15mm, 3mm, and 4.5mm — reaching all the way down to the SMAS layer (Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System), the same structural layer targeted in a surgical facelift, without a single incision.
Why people choose Ulthera SPT
- The first device built specifically for personalized, customized Ultherapy
- Real-time visualization lets the practitioner aim energy with confidence and accuracy
- Lifts down to the SMAS layer — the structural layer, not just the surface
- Best suited for: upper face, cheeks, jawline, double chin, neck, forehead
What is Ulthera Prime?
Ulthera Prime is the newer generation device, developed as a direct evolution of Ulthera SPT. It still runs on the same MFU-V and SPT technology — but with an upgraded engine that lets the practitioner work faster, more precisely, and with less discomfort for the patient.
At Dr.Mai Clinic Chiang Mai, Ulthera Prime is delivered by doctors with over 20 years of treatment experience.
Why people choose Ulthera Prime
- Visualization screen is 35% larger — see more of the skin layer in real time
- Faster processing system — shorter overall treatment time
- Newly upgraded electronics — quicker and easier for the doctor to operate
- Fewer shots needed to achieve the same result, thanks to higher efficiency
- Best suited for: upper face, cheeks, jawline, double chin, neck, forehead
Ulthera SPT vs Ulthera Prime, at a glance
| Program Ulthera SPT | Program Ulthera Prime | |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | MFU-V | MFU-V |
| Treatment depths | 1.5 / 3 / 4.5 mm | 1.5 / 3 / 4.5 mm |
| Layer reached | SMAS | SMAS |
| Visualization screen | Standard | 35% larger |
| Session time | 45–60 minutes | 30–60 minutes |
| Comfort | Mild discomfort, tolerable | Less discomfort — faster delivery |
| First results | From day one, building over 2–3 months | From day one, building over 2–3 months |
| Results last | ~1year | ~1year |
Where they're alike, where they differ
Both Program Ulthera SPT and Program Ulthera Prime in Chiang Mai deliver similarly effective lifting and tightening results, because they share the exact same working principles — including energy output, technology, transducer heads, treatment depth, and how long the results last.
- Both run on Merz Aesthetics' licensed MFU-V technology
- Same three treatment depths — 15mm, 3mm, 4.5mm
- Same energy reaching 60–70% down to the SMAS layer
- Same stimulation of collagen and elastin for firmer skin
- Same ~30% lift on day one, building to full results in 2–3 months
- Same result longevity — roughly one year
What sets Prime apart
The main difference lies in the device's functions, not in the lifting and tightening effectiveness.
This is exactly where Program Ulthera Prime is upgraded compared to SPT:
- 35% larger visualization screen for sharper real-time mapping
- Faster processing engine cuts down treatment time
- Newer electronics make the device easier for the doctor to control
- Fewer shots required, shortening overall session length
So, which one should you choose?
Either device delivers near-identical results — they reach the same depth, use the same technology, and last about the same length of time. Browse our full treatment menu for details.
Choose Ulthera Prime if…
- You've already done Ulthera SPT before and want to try the faster, newer version
- You want the doctor working with the sharpest possible visualization for extra precision
- Your schedule is tight and you'd like a quicker session
Choose Ulthera SPT if…
- You'd like to try the original SPT technology first
- You're booking with a practitioner who is highly experienced specifically with this device
The detail that matters most: doctor experience. No matter which machine you choose, the practitioner's skill in reading your skin and planning the treatment is what determines your real-world results.
Q & A — Frequently Asked Questions
About Ulthera Prime
QHow much does Ulthera Prime cost?
APricing depends on the treatment area and the practitioner. Speak with us for a personalized quote.
QDoes Ulthera Prime hurt?
AThere's some heat and mild discomfort during treatment, but Ulthera Prime delivers energy faster, so the sensation is shorter and milder than with Ulthera SPT.
QHow long do results from Ulthera Prime last?
AResults last roughly a year. You'll notice an initial lift of about 30%, with full results building over the following 2–3 months as collagen continues to rebuild.
QWhere can I get Ulthera Prime in Chiang Mai?
AAt Dr.Mai Clinic, Chiang Mai, where Ulthera Prime is administered by doctors with the experience and qualifications to deliver safe, satisfying results.
