What is it?
Fat dissolving is a safe, effective fat dissolving injection treatment that reduces fat cells in the treated area. It produces long lasting results, which means you can banish those “annoyingly wobbly bits”.
Fat dissolving can be used to treat small, exercise resistant, pockets of fat around areas such as the chin, chest, abdomen, saddle bags,crankles, moobs and thighs, arms/ “bingo wings”. It is also often used to define a six pack.
It is very effective for body contouring, but is not a treatment for weight loss.
Fat dissolving is comprised of various plant-based compounds which have been refined in a lab environment. It works by dissolving the membranes of fat cells in the treated area. The fat cells become unstable and break open. The fatty acids contained within the cell are then eliminated by macrophages (part of the body’s immune system) and the liver.
Who’s it suitable for?
If you are maintaining a healthy lifestyle and are close to your ideal body weight but have isolated stubborn areas of fat then fat dissolving might be suitable.
If you have significant weight then fat dissolving is not suitable for you, but other body contouring treatments we offer may be more suitable. If you have recently lost significant weight then the area concerning you may be loose skin, this can be improved by skin tightening treatments.
Fat dissolving is not suitable if you:
- Have diabetes
- Have liver or kidney disease
- Have active skin problem in the area to be treated
- Are taking blood thinning medicine e.g warfarin.
How soon do you see the results?
The number of fat dissolving treatments required varies depending on the size of the fatty deposit. Typically, 1-3 treatments for small areas, such as the jowls and under the chin, and 2-8 treatments for larger areas such as the thighs. Treatments are spaced at 4 to 6 weekly intervals. Your results will show 8 weeks after your final treatment which is when you will have a complimentary review with your practitioner.
Is this permanent?
Whilst the body can regenerate fat cells – the process is very slow. So once fat cells are removed from a localised area your results are as good as permanent. However, if you do not continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle then your body will put on weight in other areas of your body where fat cells remain.
What is involved in treatment recovery?
Immediately after treatment, you may appear red and swollen with some bruising on the treated area. Fat dissolving works by causing an inflammatory reaction in the fat cells which can result in swelling for 3-5 days. Therefore, if you intend to have a facial treatment, e.g. double chin where the swelling may be obvious, you may wish to organise time away from work or social engagements.
You will be able to reduce the swelling by using a cool pack wrapped in a clean cloth for a maximum of 20 minutes each day. You cannot use anti-inflammatory tablets for 48 hours after treatment as this will work against the treatment. The treated area may feel tender and firm for up to 8 weeks post treatment.
During recovery we recommend that you avoid:
- Swimming pools, spas and saunas for 3 days.
- Physical exercise for 10 days.
- Any other aesthetic treatments for 2 weeks.
