How long does it take to see results after Sculpsure, and how soon can you have a second procedure?

It can take up to three months to see the final result following a SculpSure treatment. Usually treating a patient there is some mild swelling in the area which can take several weeks to decrease. Sometimes we advocate wearing a compression garment to decrease this effect. Second treatments can be performed about three months after the first treatment and can help optimize result.

If you are interested in a rapid reduction of fat I would say liposuction or maybe Smart-Lipo is the way to go. Or if you have a lot of fat to reduce.  If you are not interested in actual surgery or having downtime or significant recovery related discomfort at all, and you are ok with a gradual reduction in subcutaneous fat over a 12-16 week period, then SculpSure may be right for you.  
With SculpSure, fat cells (adipocytes) are damaged by heat (from a special laser device which targets the subcutaneous fat layer without affecting the skin (or the tissues under the fat layer).  The fat cells then undergo a process called apoptosis, where they are permanently removed and "recycled" by the body and eliminated from the area being treated through the lymphatic system.  This process takes time, but gets the job done.  
After 6 weeks most people can see some reduction in fat, but the maximum effect will be seen 6-8 weeks after the 2nd treatment (so 3 to 4 months after the initial treatment).  The 2nd treatment is done 4-6 weeks after the initial session.   
If there is a change in eating habits or exercise in the negative (weight gain), this can reduce the efficacy of SculpSure, mainly because you are creating new fat cells and enlarging the fat cells still present after the treatment.  However, the opposite is also true. If you make positive changes in your diet and exercise habits, you will see even better results.   Personally I combine ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet with SculpSure to make sure patients get the best possible results. I recommend that patients use this nutrition program prior to the 1st and 2nd SculpSure treatments and once more a week or two following the 2nd treatment to get the best results.  This program ensures weight and fat loss and induces fat-burning metabolic changes that are likely to increase the benefits of SculpSure dramatically. 

For sculpsure, two treatments are needed to see a result, with each one done 6 weeks apart.  

Thank you for your question. SculpSure is a body toning procedure. The positive effects of SculpSure can be improved by a healthy lifestyle that includes diet and exercise. The effectiveness of SculpSure and the amount of time between SculpSure treatments is dependent on the patient and their unique healing process. Always work with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

For most patients, multiple treatments are going to give the best results.  They are generally best to be done 8-12 weeks apart.  Each time your remove about 24% of the fat that is there, so two treatments will not equal 48% reduction.  It is approximately 24% reduction of what is there the first time and then 24% reduction of what is there the second time.  The benefit of SculpSure is you can do it almost as many times as you want to over a course of time. 

Thank you for your question.

Sculpsure is a noninvasive 1060nm diode laser treatment that removes up to 25% of stubborn fat in the treated area in 25 minutes.It is FDA approved for the abdomen and flanks. It is safe if you get pregnant in the future.
The body contouring effects are seen in as quick as six weeks with final results at 12 weeks. 
The results are permanent as long as you maintain your weight and health.
The laser targets and destroys the fat cells only which are then naturally removed from the body. Since the laser does not affect the skin or muscle it can be used on all skin colors and there has been no reported incidents of burns when treated by a properly trained physician. It is protective since it alternates heating and cooling. 
It has four applicators that can be customized to treat the areas of stubborn fat. 
If a second treatment is needed we wait at least six weeks and usually closer to 12. 

If you notice lumps after (which I've never seen) I would recommend massage. You should also alert your surgeon.

There is no downtime and you can resume your normal activities right after the treatment. There may be some soreness in the area for a few days for which you can take ibuprofen or tylenol. A cold compress can also be used.

Sculpsure is not used for skin tightening however some of our patients have seen this. If more skin tightening is needed we have combined this with thermi or Ulthera for a complete treatment. Sculpsure is recommended for stubborn areas of fat that are not being lost by diet and exercise. It is not a weight loss treatment

Since I have both a coolsculpting and sculpsure I am working on protocols of utilizing both of these depending upon what areas need to be treated and the response to the treatment. 
I have used sculpsure on other areas other than the abdomen with very good results. 

I also use a Vectra 3D imaging system to try and show people what their treatment areas could look like.

Since Sculpsure outcomes can be based on technique and experience, please see a board certified plastic surgeon that specializes body contouring to see if Sculpsure or other treatments are available to meet your goals. 

Take care,

Dr. Schwartz 
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon