HIFU on Ultraformer MPT
Focused ultrasound at the SMAS layer, the same layer surgical face lifts address. 1 session per cycle, lifts visible over 8-12 weeks, hold roughly 1 year.
NON-SURGICAL FACE-LIFT PROTOCOLS DR SAMANTHA OFFERS AT NEXUS
Want a face lift without going under the knife?
Dr Samantha won't add what your face doesn't need. Twenty minutes, four layers read (skin, fascia, muscle, structure), then the smallest protocol that holds. If a surgical lift is the better path, she'll refer you out.
Consultation SGD 90, credited toward treatment
TREATMENT MENUSGD 90SGD 1100SGD 860SGD 2200SGD 300SGD 1100From SGD 1,300
Pricing for every variant.
Face-lift assessment consultation
Profhilo 2ml (bioremodeller)
Dermalift (microbotox)
HIFU lower face + jawline (from)
EndyMed RF lifting (from)
Dermal filler (1ml, area-based)
Jalupro 2.5ml (HA biostimulator)
Dr Samantha on the non-surgical face lift
HIFU explained: what it is, areas and which machine
Dr Samantha Tay, Medical Director
Six modalities, matched to your anatomy
How a non-surgical face lift works without surgery
A non-surgical face lift is a combination of doctor-led protocols that address the layers responsible for sagging or volume loss: the SMAS deep structural layer, the dermal connective tissue, muscle tone, skin quality, and surface structural support. Each modality targets a different layer. A matched protocol combines two or three modalities for the patient's specific anatomy.
- HIFU (Ultraformer MPT): focused ultrasound delivered to the SMAS layer, the same layer a surgical face lift addresses. Stimulates collagen response over 8 to 12 weeks. Result lasts about a year, with a repeat session every 6 months. Suited to jawline laxity and lower-face contour.
- EndyMed RF: radiofrequency heating of the deep dermis. Tightens collagen fibrils and stimulates new collagen production over a 3-session course. Suited to mid-face laxity and fine surface lines.
- Profhilo bioremodeller: hi + lo MW hyaluronic acid placed at the BAP-9 grid. Improves dermal hydration and skin quality. Does not change face shape but improves the lift-friendly canvas.
- Dermal fillers: HA filler placed at cheek + zygomatic arch + chin for structural support. The 'pillars' of the lift. Hyaluronidase-reversible.
Most face-lifting treatment singapore patients at Nexus receive a combination of two or three of these modalities, not just one. The assessment determines the right combination.
Dr Samantha's four-layer face-lift assessment
At Nexus, the face-lift assessment looks at four distinct layers before any modality is selected, so the protocol is built from your anatomy rather than a brand-named template.
- Layer 1. SMAS depth: if the lift requirement is at the SMAS layer (the same layer a surgical face lift addresses), HIFU on Ultraformer MPT is the first modality considered.
- Layer 2. Dermal connective tissue: if the laxity is in the deep dermis with collagen quality decline, EndyMed RF is matched in. Often combined with HIFU when both layers need work.
- Layer 3. Muscle dynamics: anti-wrinkle injection along the masseter or platysma corrects muscle-driven jawline pull-down. Adds 0.5-1mm of jawline lift visually without changing skin.
- Layer 4. Structural support: if there is volume loss at the cheek or chin, dermal filler provides the 'pillars' that re-establish the lift architecture.
Skin quality (Profhilo bioremodeller) is the canvas layer. It does not lift on its own but it improves the response of every other modality.
Who suits a non-surgical face lift at Nexus, who does not
Suitable for
Suitable for
- Patients in their late 20s through 50s with mild-to-moderate sagging, jawline laxity, or volume loss.
- Anyone wanting a non-invasive path before considering surgery.
- Patients with specific concerns: jowls, jawline definition, mid-face hollowness, neck banding.
- Patients open to a combined protocol rather than a single brand-named treatment.
- Patients who prefer reversible / adjustable interventions (HA-based modalities are hyaluronidase-reversible).
Take care
Pause first
- Patients with severe sagging that would not respond to non-surgical modalities. Plastic surgery referral is the right path.
- Patients expecting a single-session permanent transformation. Non-surgical lift is layered work over a course.
- Patients with active inflammatory skin conditions or recent ablative laser. Settle the skin first.
- Patients wanting threads (PDO / PLLA). Nexus does not offer threads as a matter of Dr Samantha's protocol preference.
What a face-lift assessment + first session at Nexus looks like
- Step 1, 20 min
Four-layer assessment
Dr Samantha assesses SMAS-layer laxity, dermal connective tissue, muscle dynamics, and structural support. Photo documentation under standardised lighting.
- Step 2, 10 min
Protocol matching
Dr Samantha proposes a 1-to-3 modality combination matched to the assessment findings, with sequencing logic (which to do first, which to layer on later). Pricing transparent.
- Step 3, varies
First-session treatment (same visit if elected)
If the patient agrees, the first modality (usually HIFU or Profhilo session 1) is delivered the same day. Subsequent modalities sequenced across following weeks.
- Step 4, 4-12 weeks
Review and layer
Photo comparison at the review checkpoint. Layered modalities (RF course, second Profhilo session, anti-wrinkle injection) sequenced based on response.
Sessions, pacing, and how long non-surgical face-lift results last
Non-surgical face lift cadence at Nexus
| Modality | Typical sessions | Interval | Duration of results |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIFU (Ultraformer MPT) | 1 session per cycle | Every 6 months | 1 year |
| EndyMed RF | Maintenance protocol | Every 4 weeks | Monthly, ongoing |
| Profhilo bioremodelling | 3 sessions | 4 weeks apart | 4 to 6 months |
| Dermalift (microbotox) | 1 session per cycle | Every 4-6 months | 4 to 6 months |
| Dermal filler | 1 session per area | Annual top-up | About 1 year |
| Combined protocol | 3-5 sessions across modalities | Sequenced over 8-16 weeks | 12 to 18 months overall |
Individual response varies. Maintenance cadence is matched at review.
Side effects and recovery from non-surgical face-lift work
Worth knowing
Common (most patients)
- Mild redness or warmth at treated zones for 30 to 60 minutes post-session.
- Localised tenderness at injection points (Profhilo, filler, anti-wrinkle) for 24 to 48 hours.
- Mild swelling or small bumps post-injection that resolve within 3 to 5 days.
Take care
Less common
- Localised bruising at one or two injection points, resolving within 5 to 7 days.
- Temporary asymmetry post-anti-wrinkle injection that settles or is adjusted at 2-week review.
- Mild fatigue or feeling of jaw heaviness after HIFU session, settling within 24 hours.
- Rare HA hypersensitivity. HA-based modalities are hyaluronidase-reversible if needed.
Aftercare across non-surgical face-lift modalities
- Day 0
Skip actives + protect
No retinoids, no AHA/BHA, no vitamin C serum for 24 hours. Sunscreen on if heading outside. Cool compress for 10 min if any tenderness at injection sites.
- Day 1 to 7
Barrier + hydration
Hyaluronic acid + ceramide moisturiser. Avoid hot showers, saunas, and direct sun for 48 hours. Sleep face-up for the first night if injectables were placed.
- Week 2 onward
Resume routine + review
Reintroduce actives gradually. Photo comparison at the review checkpoint (typically week 2-4 for injectables, week 8-12 for HIFU and RF response).
Esther sends a brief aftercare summary via WhatsApp post-session.
Why patients choose a non-surgical face lift at Nexus
- Doctor-on-premises: every face-lifting treatment singapore session has Dr Samantha on-site for assessment, decision-making, and complication handling.
- The combination is selected based on the four-layer assessment.
- Reversibility for HA modalities: Profhilo and dermal fillers are hyaluronidase-reversible if response is uneven or preference changes.
- Honest referral path: candidates better suited to surgical face lift are referred to plastic surgery. We don't push the wrong modality on the wrong patient.
- Maintenance cadence visible: every modality has a review window and a documented maintenance interval. No open-ended packages.
Common questions before booking
A non-surgical face lift is a combination of doctor-led protocols (HIFU, RF, bioremodeller, anti-wrinkle, fillers) that address different layers without an incision. Results last 12 to 18 months with maintenance. A surgical face lift involves an incision and surgical repositioning of the SMAS layer; results last 7 to 10 years but with significant downtime, scar management, and a higher cost band. Dr Samantha refers surgical candidates to plastic surgery clinics rather than pushing non-surgical protocols on patients who would not respond.
Not equivalent. A non-surgical face lift gives a partial, layered lift effect suited to mild-to-moderate sagging. For severe sagging or significant excess skin, surgical face lift remains the only modality that fully addresses the structural change. Dr Samantha will say this directly at consultation if the assessment shows a surgical-better-match case.
Not with a matched protocol. The four-layer assessment is what prevents this. Most over-tight or pulled looks come from one-modality overcorrection (too much filler, too aggressive HIFU). A combined Profhilo + HIFU + selective filler protocol distributes the work across layers and reads as natural.
Single-modality prices: Profhilo 2ml SGD 1,100, EndyMed RF SGD 300, Dermalift from SGD 860, dermal filler from SGD 1,100 per 1ml, HIFU lower face SGD 2,200, and Jalupro 2.5ml from SGD 1,300.
Each treatment is priced per session at the menu rates above, and maintenance sessions are priced the same way, at each treatment's own interval in the cadence table.
Depends on modality. HIFU about a year, repeated every 6 months; EndyMed RF 12 months, Profhilo 4-6 months, anti-wrinkle 3-4 months, dermal filler 12-18 months. A combined protocol delivers an overall 12-18 month lift effect with staggered maintenance for each modality at its own interval.
Neither is 'better' as a general statement. They target different layers. HIFU addresses the SMAS layer (deep structural). RF addresses the deep dermis (connective tissue + collagen). Filler addresses structural volume loss. The four-layer assessment determines which combination matches the patient's anatomy. Most patients receive a combination, not just one.
Thread lifts (PDO / PLLA) are not offered at Nexus as a matter of Dr Samantha's protocol preference, not a regulatory statement. The clinic prioritises modalities with reversibility (HA-based) or clearly defined non-invasive mechanisms (HIFU, RF). Patients seeking threads are routed to clinics that offer that pathway.
That's exactly what the consultation is for. Dr Samantha's four-layer assessment (SMAS, dermis, muscle, structure) takes 20 minutes and surfaces which combination matches your anatomy. The SGD 90 consultation fee is fully credited toward any treatment booked. If a surgical face lift is the better-matched option, you'll be told that directly with a plastic surgery referral.
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Twenty minutes with Dr Samantha. Consultation SGD 90, fully credited toward any treatment that follows.
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