Excess Fat and Body Shaping
If there is one aesthetic concern that we would single out as the most common issue for our patients, it is the presence of excess fat throughout the body. Very few of us have body types that are exactly aligned with our preferences, and a lot of that has to do with the way we store fat throughout our bodies.
The perfect hourglass figure is not achievable for anyone who might happen to store excess fat in the thighs or belly. A slim beach body — the kind that has been popularized in the media — requires essentially zero fat anywhere except the breasts and buttocks.
Not everyone is striving to become the ideal case for these or other body types, but most people would prefer to be a little closer to the ideal or make a few changes to their body shape. Luckily, this is an achievable goal with modern aesthetic medicine — even if you don’t want to undergo invasive surgical procedures.
Why Does Excess Fat Develop?
When we consume in excess, which is easily done in modern society, our body stores the excess as fat. Fat cells are distributed throughout our entire bodies, but each of our bodies has a different preference for where that fat goes. Bellies, arms, legs, thighs, hips, breasts, back — fat deposits can be made anywhere. Sometimes, consuming in excess is hardly the problem.
Pregnancy or other major life events can cause fat storage to be amplified, and even the most active and healthy people can have difficulty getting rid of stubborn pockets of fat throughout the body. Fat in the belly, buttocks and breasts are good examples of areas that are historically a common concern. Sometimes, no amount of exercise and dieting will reach them. In those cases, the only option someone has is to turn to aesthetic medicine.
How to Get Rid of Excess Fat
There is more than one way to address unwanted fat. By having a consultation with our Providers, we will be able to recommend which is the best route based on your individual goals and needs.. Here is a list of our most popular body sculpting procedures:
Coolsculpting
This procedure uses a technology known as cryolipolysis, which essentially means it kills fat by freezing them in the skin. Once the cells have died, the body will naturally remove them, creating a much more defined body contour. This category of treatment is extremely popular because of how easy it is and its ability to reduce a fat layer by up to 25%.
Read More About CoolsculptingCoolTone
This procedure relies on the ability to trigger muscles into passive stimulation through the use of magnetism. A wrap is placed around the targeted area, and then a series of vibrations is activated at an escalating strength. This process simulates an intense ab workout and provides both fat loss and muscle growth.
Read More About CoolToneVelashape
The treatment is a combination of infrared light and radio frequencies along with mechanical massage and vacuum suction to manipulate fatty tissue. This will activate the metabolism and lymphatic drainage, while the size of fat cells and fat chambers decrease. The net result of these cellulite remedies is a smoother, less dimpled appearance of the skin and a circumferential reduction of the area treated.
Read More About VelashapeKybella
This procedure is an injectable deoxycholic acid that can be placed in the area beneath the chin to kill fat cells and reduce the appearance of a double chin. This creates a more defined jawline and does wonders for the overall facial contour. Since there are no practical exercises for removing submental fat, Kybella is immensely popular among people looking to improve their facial shape.
Read More About KybellaUltrashape
UltraShape is a non-invasive fat destruction procedure that uses ultrasound energy to target unwanted fat and reduce abdominal circumference. The technology uses pulsed ultrasound, which provides more control over temperature elevation to contour your body without discomfort or downtime. As treated fat cells rupture and die, they are eliminated through natural metabolic processes. Much like with CoolSculpting, the results are permanent with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Read More About UltrashapeQWO
QWO is the world’s first and only FDA-approved injectable treatment for the reduction of cellulite. Indicated for moderate to severe cellulite on the buttocks. Injectable treatment that requires no anesthesia, aftercare or recovery. Quick and easy treatments that take just 30 minutes to complete, targets the underlying cause of cellulite, is safe for patients of all skin tones and types. In clinical studies, QWO has also been shown to stimulate the production of new, fresh collagen and aid in the redistribution of fat cells, leading to significant improvements in the appearance of cellulite after just three treatments
Read More About QWOExpert Fat Removal at Appearance Care Center
If you would like to learn more about how you can achieve the contour of your dreams and finally get rid of that excess fat, give our office a call at (415) 567-7200. You can also fill out our online contact form to have a team member get back to you as soon as you are ready. We are looking forward to being your trusted partner through this journey!
