Even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, most people struggle with areas of fat that seem impossible to reduce. In the past, the only way to get rid of specific areas of excess fat was to undergo surgical liposuction. Now, advancements in body contouring technologies can give you almost similar to those of liposuction with no surgery and no downtime.
At MedicSPA Gatineau, we offer SculpSure®, a body contouring treatment that utilizes laser lipolysis technology to slim down and smooth those “problem areas” on your body.
What is SculpSure?
SculpSure® is a non-invasive procedure specifically designed to target unwanted pockets of stubborn fat, safely and effectively reducing or eliminating them. It employs a technology known as laser lipolysis, which uses light-based laser technology set to a specific wavelength that targets excess fat without damaging the surrounding tissue.
SculpSure® works by delivering waves of focused heat via laser, emitting enough heat to damage excess fat cells without affecting any other tissue, including the surface of your skin. The laser energy disrupts the membrane around the fat cells, injuring them and causing them to die. The cells are then eliminated naturally via your body’s lymphatic process.
Unlike other non-surgical body sculpting procedures, SculpSure® offers the additional bonus of skin tightening while reducing fat. The heat from the laser energy not only destroys fat cells but also coagulates the blood vessels around the treatment area, tightening your skin and stimulating collagen production, both of which result in tighter, more toned skin.
General information
What Are the Benefits of SculpSure®?
SculpSure® is approved by the FDA and Canada Health to treat larger areas, such as your abdomen, back, flanks, and inner and outer thighs. Other benefits include:
- No anesthesia, incisions, or needles are used during treatment
- No downtime is required
- Treatment takes as little as 30 minutes
- Tightens skin while reducing fat
- Encourages production of new, healthy collagen and elastin
- Safe for all skin types and colors
Body area treated:
Body
Procedure length:
25 minutes
Recovery time:
Immediate
Visible results:
3-6 months
Number of sessions:
3 sessions monthly
Potential risks:
Pain (can use laughing gas)
For more details discuss with the doctor, not all effects and complications are listed
What to Expect During Treatment
How Is SculpSure® Performed?
When you come in for your SculpSure® procedure, we will take pre-treatment photos and mark the areas targeted for fat reduction. You will then make yourself comfortable on the treatment table, and the SculpSure® applicators will be applied. You will initially feel a cooling sensation, followed by intermittent warm sensations. The warmth is the heat energy destroying fat cells, while the cooling is the device protecting the surface of your skin and surrounding tissues.
Are There Risks Associated With SculpSure®?
SculpSure® is a safe and effective way to reduce unwanted fat. There are some potential side effects, including mild bruising, tingling, or soreness, but these resolve quickly.
Results
Is There Downtime After SculpSure®?
One of the most significant advantages of SculpSure® is that it requires no downtime for recovery. Once your treatment is complete, you can immediately return to your daily activities.
When Will I See My SculpSure® Results?
Because SculpSure® relies on your body’s natural processes to flush out the dead fat cells, it typically takes up to six weeks before you begin to see your results. Results will continue to improve, with optimal results seen around 12 weeks after treatment.
Depending on your desired results, you may need more than one SculpSure® treatment; however, patients tend to see as much as a 24% reduction in fat after one session.
Why Should I Choose MedicSPA Gatineau?
Dr. Patricia Berbari is a board-certified plastic surgeon, the Past President-elect of the Canadian Laser & Aesthetic Specialist Society (C.L.A.S.S.), and a member of several societies, including:
- Collège des médecins du Québec
- Association des spécialistes en chirurgie plastique et esthétique du Québec
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
- Canadian Laser and Aesthetic Specialists Society
- International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Dr. Berbari oversees the medical spa, meets with each patient at their first consultation, and provides her expert opinion as a plastic surgeon as to the aesthetic and body contouring treatments that will offer you the results you desire. Our medical spa is adjacent to our surgical center, and Dr. Berbari is nearby at all times.
At MedicSPA Gatineau, we pride ourselves on offering our patients the most cutting-edge, effective techniques and technology, like SculpSure®, in a safe, comfortable setting.
Interested in Learning More About SculpSure® in Gatineau, QC?
If you’re interested in discovering the benefits of non-surgical fat reduction with SculpSure®, learn more by contacting Dr. Berbari and her team of trained and skilled experts at MedicSPA Gatineau. We also offer a variety of other minimally-invasive cosmetic treatments, including EvolveX, Morpheus8™, and BODYtite®. To schedule a consultation, call us today at (819) 414-2200 or complete our online contact form.