By Tasa Alexander

What is body sculpting?

Body sculpting targets and rids the body of localized fat cells  without surgery. It allows you to shape and lose stubborn fat in areas such as the upper arms, abdomen, hips, and thighs.

 It also reduces cellulite, promotes healthy blood circulation, and strengthens connective tissue.

This procedure is great for those who are close to their ideal weight, but have parts of their body they’d like to shape, tighten, tone, or define a little more.

Is body sculpting safe?

Body sculpting is non-invasive and involves little to no pain. Side effects to body sculpting procedures are very minimal, usually consisting of minor pain, swelling, or a warm feeling on the treated area.

Still, it’s always a good idea to consider your health history before getting treatment. Our friendly, highly trained practitioners will discuss which procedure will be the best for you.

How long does a body sculpting treatment take?

Depending on the type of treatment, your body sculpting appointments may take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour or more. You can usually plan on coming in for 4-8 appointments before the treatment is complete, and will usually see full results over the next 3-4 months.

Appointments will usually be scheduled a week apart to ensure optimal results.

How is body sculpting different from liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a suction technique to remove fat from targeted areas. It requires anesthesia and a longer recovery time (usually 1-2 months) than body sculpting. There are risks associated with the procedure such as anesthesia, bleeding, and uneven fat reduction.

Whereas body sculpting has minimal side effects and because it is non-invasive, it allows you to get back to your normal routine immediately following treatment.

How should I prepare for body sculpting treatments?

• Increase your water intake for 2 days beforehand. Radio frequency targets the water in fat cells, keeping hydrated before and after your appointment will help the effectiveness of the procedure

• Keep your treatment areas out of direct sunlight for a week beforehand and avoid sunburns.

• Avoid wearing makeup or deodorant on your treatment area. 

What can I expect after body sculpting?

Since body sculpting procedures are non-invasive, you can return to normal activities immediately without any downtime. Some experience minor redness, swelling, or tenderness around the treatment area for a few days following the procedure. However, pain is usually very minimal.