Patient satisfaction and efficacy of accent high-intensity focused ultrasound for face lifting

High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) method treatment has recently erosed in response to the increasing demand for skin lifting and tightening. This study was aimed at evaluating the patient’s satisfaction with HIFU treatment for lifting in different areas of the face. Twenty five Iranian women patients with facial wrinkle and laxity were analyzed after a single session of HIFU treatment. Two independent, blinded clinicians and patients evaluated the clinical improvement in seven areas of the face by comparison of standardized photographs obtained before, and at two months after treatment. Assessment of satisfaction and adverse effects of treatment were done by using questionnaires. Results showed that significant differences (p<0.05) between the physician and patients’ satisfaction about lifting. HIFU could be an effective and non-invasive procedure that can be used to improve facial lifting in Iranian skin. If more sessions to be used in the patients more likely it will be effective.