Depending on your body type and your individual situation, it may be difficult to slim down certain areas such as the abdomen or thighs. This can be especially true for patients who have undergone life changes such as pregnancy or weight loss. Body contouring services can help you improve your figure, eliminate unwanted fat, and tighten loose skin.
At Metro Dermatology, we can target your problem areas with our body contouring services in Queens, NY. Because we have different treatments available, you can schedule a consultation with us to develop a treatment plan that specifically fits your body type and your goals.
Body contouring, sometimes called body sculpting, refers to a variety of aesthetic treatments and procedures, both surgical and non-surgical, that can help improve the appearance of the body. This can be achieved through the removal of fat or the tightening of localized tissues. At our practice, we provide non-invasive and less invasive body contouring options that can give you the results you are looking for without long downtime.
Body contouring is an important facet of cosmetics because many people struggle to shed weight in certain problem areas. We often find that patients are able to lose weight overall but find that they have stubborn fat that doesn’t seem to budge regardless of how much time they spend working out in the gym or planning healthy meals.
Body contouring treatments allow us to target these specific areas in a way that is effective and convenient for our patients while requiring as little downtime as possible. Additional benefits of body contouring include:
Excess fat and loose skin can often cause physical discomfort for patients. By tightening loose skin and removing fat, we can reduce problems such as chafing, skin irritation, clothing discomfort, and imbalances due to excess fat that can cause musculoskeletal discomfort.
Some types of body contouring can also provide skin-tightening benefits. In our practice, both of our body contouring methods can tighten the skin while also removing or destroying unwanted fat. This can help to increase the results that you see from your body contouring services while improving the texture of your skin.
Vanquish is a non-invasive body contouring platform that is designed to eliminate fat cells in specific areas of the body. It uses radiofrequency (RF) energy to target and heat these fat cells without damaging the surrounding tissues.
The Vanquish device is positioned over the treatment area, such as the abdomen or thighs. It can reduce fat without even touching the skin. Once these fat cells are damaged, they are eliminated from the body through the lymphatic system.
This treatment is comfortable, and it can treat larger areas at one time, making it a great option for those looking to save time and minimize discomfort during their treatment sessions. There is no downtime associated with this body contouring treatment. However, we recommend following treatments by drinking plenty of water, eating a healthy diet, and staying active.
VASER-assisted liposuction is a less invasive liposuction procedure that uses ultrasound technology to break down fat cells before removing them. VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance, and it allows for liposuction with the added benefits of easier recovery and skin tightening.
During a VASER liposuction procedure, tumescent fluid is injected into the area. This fluid usually contains saline and medications to help reduce discomfort following the treatment and minimize bleeding. Next, incisions are made and a thin probe is inserted which emits ultrasound waves. This ultrasound energy liquefies the fat cells without harming surrounding tissues.
Finally, the broken-down fat cells are suctioned out using a small cannula. This procedure offers precise results and can be used virtually anywhere that you have unwanted fat.
No, neither surgical nor non-surgical body sculpting treatments are designed as a way of losing weight. Both Vanquish and VASER-assisted liposuction can only remove a small amount of fat. However, both treatments can take inches off of your waistline and smooth away unwanted bulges.
Given that body contouring services are not designed for weight loss, they are ideal for candidates who have already reached a weight that they are happy with. During our consultations, we will also need to make sure you are in good health and that there are no contraindications in your case that might keep us from recommending these services.
Recovery from body sculpting depends on which type of service you and your doctor choose. With Vanquish, you can go back to your day right away. With VASER liposuction, you will have a longer downtime.
While you are encouraged to begin gentle walking after your procedure to help with recovery, you will need to stay away from strenuous activities for several weeks. You may also need to wear compression garments for several weeks after your surgery to help your body shrink to its new size.
At Metro Dermatology, we have a unique practice that serves individuals of many different cultures. Among all the members of our staff, we speak 11 different languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Shanghainese, Korean, Hindi, and Urdu. If you want to schedule a body contouring appointment, contact us today by filling out an online form or calling us at (718) 886-9000.
