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“Exilis Laser Treatment - Miami”

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Spent: $1,000 in Miami, Fl

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Posted 12 Mar 2011

Hi Ladies,

i started my Exilis treatment yesterday and honestly it feels just like the Accent it becomes very hot like burning but the massage therapist told me that i have to tolerate the heat because if not it won't work, the doctor told me that i need 8 treatments in order to see some results i am a little skeptic about the treatment since the accent didn't work but i will once again give it a try! i hope i don't get dissapointed it's money $$$ and time.

There's only 2 doctors in Miami that are doing it at this time, My next appt is next friday March 18th let's see how it goes, i will put my before pictures now and when i finish the treatment i will put the after. Thank you

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BrittB 16 Mar 2011

HI beauty,

Thanks for the review. Hmm, 5 treatments does seem like a lot. I too hope it works out as you hope it will. What is your overall goal for this procedure in the end? How long had you been thinking about getting this procedure? Please keep us updated and yes before and after would be great.

Thanks,

-Britt

beauty39 18 Mar 2011
Hi Britt, well today was my second treatment and honestly it was painful it really burns, i really don't understand why they say it doesn't it feels like cigarrete burns, the thing is that if they don't put the machine in a higher frequency it won't work, to me it feels like the accent, and so far i have not seen any results. The doctor told me that i need 8 treatment but i bought only three cause i wanted to try it and i really don't know if i can tolerate the pain! and the $$$...
i have another treatment in 7 more day and i will think about buying more i hope that i can see a little change in my next visit.
Thanks!
pcolalaser 28 Jun 2011
Hey Brit,
Red Flag on your practitioner. We get excellent results here in Dallas at our laser center! It should be 'warm' but not burn or be uncomfortable. They are risking burning you!! Be careful!
BrittB 19 Mar 2011

HI beauty,

For the pain have you asked them if you could have numbing cream beforehand? Other community members have mentioned that really helps with the pain. Please keep us updated how your next treatment goes.

Thanks,

-Britt

beauty39 22 Mar 2011
Hi Britt, i wish there could be a topical anesthetic cream but you can't mix hot with anesthetic it's not good for the body that's what i was reading last week, i thought about it but it's not a good choice.
BrittB 22 Mar 2011

Hmmm, I was just asking because other community members mentioned their doctor used that on them. Maybe it was a different product. Not sure. Thanks for the info though. :)

-Britt

BodiLogik 7 Sep 2011
@Britt, although a topical numbing cream sounds good at first, I would not recommend it for two reasons. #1: The Exilis pushes the heat deep into the subcutaneous tissue in order to treat the intended fat cells (which are BENEATH the dermis/skin). A topical anesthetic would not reach that far down. It would only numb the skin's surface. #2: At least at our office, we want the patient to be able to feel the heat so that they can tell us when it is too hot and avoid burns. Communication with your technician is KEY with this procedure if it is to be pain-free as intended. Please everyone, expect to feel heat, but THAT'S IT. YOU SHOULD NOT FEEL AS IF YOU ARE BEING BURNED.
filler queen 6 Apr 2011
I have had a similar procedure at my dermatologist's office that sounds like yours, and it is painful. They used this frozen roller thing over the area which numbs the pain - it looks like a small paint roller with a metal roller, and it's freezing cold but doesn't stick to your skin. I'm sure solid ice would do the same thing. Thanks for publishing your before pictures. I'll be checking to see your updates. Hope it goes well for you.
Tom at RealSelf (Community Manager) 18 Apr 2011

hey beauty39, we made a new section on RealSelf for Exilis given the buzz the device generated by Kathy Lee Gifford.  

As described by a blogger for ASAPS, "Kathy agreed to bare her midriff on the “Today” show to undergo tummy massage with the Exilis - a two-headed melting and tightening machine... Kathie revealed a delineated area of abdomen that was slick and shiny after application of a gelatinous substance. A technician inscribed repetitive circles on the area with a device that looked like a vacuum cleaner attachment.
After four treatments, Kathie lost close to 2 inches of abdominal fat. She said, “I feel different and my friends say I look different.”"

pcolalaser 28 Jun 2011
Big warning to all of you who are getting Exilis and the treatment being so hot it is uncomfortable. This is NOT how the device is to work as should feel like a warm hot stone massage. More heat does NOT mean better results. We are part of a huge laser center and have many devices. Safety is everything! If it burns that much you are risking necrosis!!! That is also NOT how the company trains!
Spyguy 5 Aug 2011
I am a guy trying to get rid of a little belly and side fat. I have had 3 treatments with no results yet. Every time I have gone I have been burned several times it has been over a week since the last treatment I still have burn marks. It has hurt so bad sometimes I have jumped off the table. I can handle some pain but man this thing really hurts. I really think they dont know what they are doing. And for the price I am not very happy so far. What do you think?
ryanred 6 Aug 2011
the technology is pretty new and as with any other machine, the technology is only as good as the technician running it. After much research and calling clinics around the country, speaking to techs, nurses and physicians we decided to purchase the machine because the results were great considering it is non evasive, quick and virtually painless.
I have a list of what I consider to be reputable clinics across the country, Spyguy- one of them may be near you. What state are you in?
the burns- one of our male models received burns while we were having a demo. They were not severe and with proper instructions, he will not scar. He had the treatment done in an area that had a significant amount of hair. For his 2nd treatment, the same settings were used- no burns. The difference? We asked him to shave. Think this may be your problem?
Spyguy 6 Aug 2011
I am in Lexington KY and found out after I paid $4500.00 for me and my wifes areas that the unit was being rented from someone else only on certain days to give it a try. So my comment was I dont really want to be a test person and they informed us they had the training. But I really dont believe it and really want a refund so I can find someone that knows what they are doing. They made me sign a form that there is no guarrantee of results and that is fine to me if I knew they were using the machine properly. I have yet to go in and the session be the same. It always feels different 2 times have been burned tues will be 14 days still have about 14 scars and one session I felt no heat at all. I have no hair in the area also Thanks
BodiLogik 7 Sep 2011
pcolalaser, thank you for being a heroic voice on this forum. Safety is everything. Hopefully your words of wisdom have prevented unnecessary injury.
Hot Rocks 8 Mar 2012
Spyguy, GET YOUR MONEY BACK!!!!!!. They don't knoe what they are doing. I am in Lou. Ky. Calo Spa mis awesome. I have had 3 areas done with great results.
ryanred 7 Jul 2011
am anxious to hear more stories! has anyone seen good or bad results? happy or disappointed? I am considering purchasing this system for our Colorado laser clinic, but really want some input.
Pcolalaser- what do you think?
Tom at RealSelf (Community Manager) 7 Jul 2011

hi ryanred - you may want to join and post your question on a linkedin group I manage called Aesthetics and Beauty.

--Tom

pcolalaser 6 Aug 2011
Initially we were all skeptical after the initial training as we know it works but it was challenging to get to the temperature required and keep the patients comfortable. It seemed so easy: just roll it around the area to be treated. The company then sent in an advanced trainer who was amazing and taught us exactly how to perfect our technique to get to the temp needed and keep the patient comfortable. It has everything to do with moving the handpiece to the correct rhythm!!! Having done it myself on front of thighs and back of thighs there is a huge difference not only in comfort level but also in the result! Our patients share they really see a difference after just 2 sessions. We haven't had it long enough to get our after pictures but if patients happy that says a lot! I still have 2 more sessions but did see a difference after 1 solid session keeping the temp where it needed to be ( and I was comfortable the entire time with those high heats! ) If the patient is uncomfortable the practitioner is more than likely NOT doing something right. Again it seems so easy but there is a learning curve and takes some practice...but it appears to work. Of course it will not replace surgery and we still need to keep expectations in check. One last note: the grounding pads suck! Make sure to wipe area with alcohol and dry it first before applying to make it work best!!!
123KiKi 29 Feb 2012
Hi... Do you know anyone in the Orange County, CA area who you feel is awesome? Thanks.
emily in louisiana 11 Jul 2011
I have had 5 Exilis treatments for the jowl area and eye area. Gel was applied to the area before and during treatment. When the gel wore thin, the heat was very uncomfortable. I cannot imagine having this done without the gel.
ryanred 11 Jul 2011
Emily, did you see results?
emily in louisiana 12 Jul 2011
Well, I just finished my treatments last week and was told it could take up to 6 months to see full results. I think I do see improvement in the nasolabial lines and a subtle overall improvement. Hoping this is not my imagination and wishful thinking. I did not do the intelligent thing and take a before picture. Ha!
ryanred 2 Apr 2012
Emily,now after 8 months.... what do you think of the treatment?
ryanred 12 Jul 2011
the exilis wasn't used for fat removal in those areas, just skin tightening. the reviews it is getting for fat removal is pretty impressive! what was the cost of your treatments?
emily in louisiana 12 Jul 2011
It is $200 per area per treatment. I had 6 treatments in the jowl area and so far 5 in the eye area. Thank goodness my husband doesn't log on here! teehee
I don't understand previous posts where there wasn't a gel used to buffer the heat.

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