Ulthera DeepSEE DS 4 - 4.5, Instructions For Use Manual

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3. System Overview
3.1. System Description
The Ulthera System integrates the capabilities of ultrasound imaging with
those of ultrasound therapy.
The imaging feature allows the user to visualize the skin and sub-dermal
regions of interest before treatment. It also allows the user to assure proper
skin contact in order to deliver the energy at desired depths.
The therapy feature directs acoustic waves to the treatment area. This
acoustic energy heats tissue as a result of frictional losses during energy
absorption, producing discrete points of coagulation.
3.2. System Components and Features
The Ulthera System consists of three primary components: the control unit
with integrated touchscreen, the handpiece with cable, and
interchangeable transducers (see Figure 3.1).
Figure 3.1 Main components of the Ulthera® System: Control Unit (top), Handpiece (bottom
right), Image/Treat Transducer (bottom left) that inserts into the handpiece receptacle.