Ultraformer MPT in Brasília: non-invasive facelift for expats
Ultraformer MPT delivers focused ultrasound energy at SMAS depth — triggering lasting collagen remodelling without injections, incisions, or recovery time in Brasília.
Book ConsultationWhat Ultraformer MPT does — and why the depth matters
Ultraformer MPT lifts and tightens facial tissue by delivering High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) at up to five precise tissue depths simultaneously, including the SMAS layer — the same anatomical plane addressed in a surgical facelift. This depth specificity distinguishes it from superficial energy devices that act only on the dermis.
The mechanism is thermal coagulation followed by biological repair. Each focused ultrasound point generates a micro-thermal zone of approximately 65-70°C within a fraction of a millimetre of the target depth, leaving the overlying skin entirely intact. The controlled thermal injury triggers an immediate collagen contraction — responsible for the subtle tightening perceptible in the days after treatment — and initiates a cascade of fibroblast activation that sustains neocollagenesis over three to six months.
The multi-point technology of the Ultraformer MPT platform (by Classys, FDA-cleared and CE-marked) is a meaningful clinical advance over earlier linear HIFU systems. By depositing energy in discrete, non-contiguous thermal points rather than continuous lines, the device reduces treatment time, improves patient comfort, and allows the clinician to programme different cartridge depths within a single pass.
At INTI clinic in Lago Sul, Dr. Thiago Perfeito (CRM-DF 23199) designs each protocol after a detailed facial mapping assessment, selecting the appropriate cartridge combination and energy parameters for the patient's tissue density, degree of laxity, and aesthetic priorities.
Who benefits most — and who should not undergo the procedure
Patient selection is the primary determinant of outcome quality in HIFU-based treatments. The ideal candidate presents with identifiable but non-severe tissue descent and retains adequate subcutaneous volume to respond to collagen stimulation.
- Indications: mild-to-moderate jowling; neck laxity and platysmal banding; brow ptosis with partial obscuring of the upper eyelid margin; periorbital laxity; patients deferring or contraindicated for surgical rhytidectomy; individuals seeking a non-injectable option to complement biostimulator treatment (Sculptra, Radiesse, HarmonyCa).
- Contraindications: severe tissue ptosis where the degree of descent exceeds what collagen remodelling can address; active inflammatory skin conditions, open wounds, or cutaneous infections; metallic implants (plates, screws) in the facial skeleton; pregnancy and lactation; recent dermal filler placement in the target zone (minimum four weeks advised).
A thorough consultation at INTI clinic includes photographic documentation, tissue palpation to assess SMAS mobility, and a frank discussion of realistic outcomes.
The treatment experience, recovery, and what results look like over time
A complete Ultraformer MPT facial and neck protocol at INTI typically requires sixty to ninety minutes, including mapping and cartridge selection — with no injections, no anaesthetic cream required for most patients, and no recovery period.
The sensation during treatment is one of brief, deep warmth at the point of energy delivery, most noticeable over bony prominences such as the mandibular border and zygomatic arch. Multi-point technology distributes the thermal load more evenly than older linear systems, which most patients report as a meaningful improvement in tolerability compared with previous HIFU experiences.
Immediately post-session, mild erythema and a sense of superficial warmth are common and typically resolve within one to four hours. Transient oedema may persist for 24 to 48 hours. No topical wound care, occlusive dressings, or activity restrictions are required. Most patients return to work, meetings, or social engagements on the day of treatment.
The results timeline is central to setting accurate expectations. The primary clinical result — reflecting completed neocollagenesis and tissue remodelling — becomes fully apparent at three to six months. Combining Ultraformer MPT with a biostimulator in the same or a closely sequenced session can extend the duration and amplitude of the collagen response.
Content reviewed by Dr. Thiago Perfeito, CRM-DF 23199, Aesthetic and Regenerative Medicine, INTI clinic, Lago Sul, Brasília. .
Dr. Thiago Perfeito
CRM-DF 23199 · Aesthetic and Regenerative Medicine
Physician with more than 10 years of practice in aesthetic and regenerative medicine. Master's degree in Aesthetic Medicine (2024). International training at Harvard Medical School and Mayo Clinic. Member of ASLMS, A4M, AMS, and NYAS. Practicing in Brasília, Lago Sul.
Learn about Dr. Thiago →Frequently asked questions about Ultraformer MPT
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How is it different from regular HIFU?
Standard HIFU devices deliver energy in continuous thermal lines, concentrating heat in a single plane per pass. Ultraformer MPT uses multi-point technology: energy is deposited in discrete, non-contiguous focal points. This distributes the thermal load more evenly, allows simultaneous targeting of multiple tissue depths within a single cartridge pass, and reduces overall session time. The clinical result is a more comfortable experience and more versatile depth programming — from 1.5 mm to 9 mm — within the same treatment session.
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How many sessions?
Most patients achieve their primary lifting and tightening objective with a single session. Results continue to develop over three to six months as neocollagenesis progresses. Patients with more advanced skin laxity may benefit from a second session six to twelve months after the first. Dr. Thiago Perfeito assesses each patient at three months with standardised photographs to determine whether the single-session objective has been met.
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Downtime?
Downtime is minimal. Mild redness and superficial warmth typically resolve within one to four hours of the session. Transient oedema, most noticeable around the lower eyelids and cheekbones, may persist for 24 to 48 hours. Tenderness to touch over bony facial prominences is occasional and self-limiting. No topical wound care, occlusive dressings, or restrictions on professional or social activity are required. Most patients return to work on the day of treatment.
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Cost in Brasília?
The investment for Ultraformer MPT at INTI clinic depends on the treatment area — face only, neck only, or a combined facial and neck protocol. A full face and neck protocol in Brasília typically ranges from R$3,000 to R$8,000 per session, varying by clinic positioning and extent of the protocol. A precise quotation is provided following the initial consultation. For expatriates comparing with clinics in Western Europe or North America, Brasília typically represents a meaningful cost advantage for equivalent technology and clinical expertise.
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Combined with biostimulators?
Yes — combining Ultraformer MPT with a collagen biostimulator is an established approach for amplifying and extending the neocollagenesis response. HIFU stimulates collagen through a thermal mechanism at precise focal points; biostimulators such as Sculptra (poly-L-lactic acid) and Radiesse (calcium hydroxyapatite) induce a sustained fibroblast response through a different biological pathway. When used together, the two mechanisms are complementary rather than redundant. Dr. Thiago Perfeito discusses combined protocols where the clinical indication supports them.
Consult with Dr. Thiago Perfeito in Brasília
INTI clinic, Lago Sul — serving the diplomatic community and international residents of Brasília. Schedule a consultation to discuss your clinical profile and treatment options for non-invasive facial lifting.