SculpSure has 4 applicators that can be used independently to treat multiple areas. These applicators are attached and secured on to treatment areas with straps. Direct contact with the skin allows the applicators to fire a laser approximately 1.5 cm deep targeting subcutaneous fat while cooling the skin. Sculpsure cycles between cooling and heating phases throughout the 25 minute treatment, making the procedure safe for the skin while effectively melting up to 25% of fat in the treatment area. The procedure is painless and there is no recovery time needed. Patients return to the gym and their regular activities the same day.
The short answer is no, Sculpsure does not replace a Tummy Tuck. A Tummy Tuck serves to remove extra skin and fat while tightening the abdominal muscles that stretch during pregnancy. Although a scar is required at the level of a c-section scar, Tummy tuck surgery can produce dramatic and impressive results. On the other hand, SculpSure is a non-invasive, scar-free, recovery-free 25 minute procedure that helps melt fat only and does nothing to tighten the abdominal muscles or remove extra skin. Sculpsure penetrates about 1.5 cm deep in to the fat and can melt up to 25% of the fat inthe treatment area. Ideal candidates for SculpSure are those that have stubborn pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. If you are not sure which procedure is right for you, it would be best to consult with a plastic surgeon you trust, who can examine you and offer the best options suited for you.
Like many devices, Sculpsure is often times used off label. Currently, SculpSure is FDA approved to treat the abdomen and flanks, however, off label, I have seen great results in patients who have had treatment to the upper back and bra fat. SculpSure penetrates up to 1.5 cm deep at a wavelength of 1060 nm. This wavelength was chosen to destroy fat cells without damaging surrounding tissues. Unlike other noninvasive body contouring devices, there is no post-procedure pain, numbness, injury to muscle, blood vessels, or other structures. During consultations with my patients, we discuss all their concerns and goals of the treatment, as well as determining that each patient is the right candidate for Sculpsure. It is important to find a doctor that has experience with lasers including SculpSure especially when treating off label areas.
It is natural for patients to be concerned with pain during and after their procedure. One of the major benefits of SculpSure over the other non-invasive body contouring procedures is that it is pain free. In fact the ideal sensation that patients should feel during a treatment is mild tingling. During a SculpSure treatment, the sculpting applicators are placed exactly on top of problem areas and secured in place with straps. Once the treatment starts, patients will feel gradual heating in the treatment area followed by gentle cooling of the fat at minimal to no discomfort. When compared to other non-invasive treatments for fat reduction, patients confess that Sculpsure is considerably more comfortable during and after the procedure. All patients can resume their normal activities and exercise immediately following the treatment. None of our patients reported any late onset discomfort. SculpSure is FDA approved, and an extremely safe way of removing stubborn body fat without the need for surgery.
SculpSure is the first FDA-cleared laser treatment for completely non-invasive fat reduction. Ideal candidates should be within 10-20 pounds of their ideal weight and want to target fat that is resistant to diet and exercise. Our best patients are those who live an active, healthy life style and either need help with reducing fat in problem areas or who need help to jump-start their fat loss goals. During consultations with my patients, we discuss short term and long term goals and overall health and fitness routines.
