What is the HIFU treatment for the face?
HIFU stands for High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound. HIFU is one of the relatively new methods in beauty treatments for tightening and lifting the skin, which is painless and non-invasive and can replace face lift. HIFU uses ultrasound waves. That is, the same waves that are used in ultrasound devices. However, in HIFU, these waves focus energy on a specific layer of the skin and stimulate the production of collagen fibers. Collagens are responsible for strengthening the tissues of the body, including the skin; Therefore, this makes our skin firmer and wrinkle-free. HIFU therapy has been used for many years to treat cancerous tumors. The use of this method for cosmetic treatments was first proposed in 2008. HIFU therapy was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2009 using an eyebrow lift. In 2014, the FDA approved the use of this method to improve the condition of lines and wrinkles around the neckline and upper chest. Due to the novelty of this treatment, some o...