If there are no apparent results 5 weeks after having BodyTite done on the stomach, is it likely that it did not work?

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I am a senior citizen with some loose skin externally and some muscle displacement internally. I tried bodytite 5 weeks ago. I took measurements before and every week since and there has been no change. I have worn a compression garment 24 hours a day for the whole time and am still wearing it. I know that it can take 6 months to a year for final results to be seen, but shouldn't there be some indication of improvement by now?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

If you had liposuction and BodyTite performed at the same time, it may be much too early to assess the results.

Ravi Somayazula, DO · Answer

I suggest you wait at least 6 months to see your results. Evidence suggests that Bodytite will result in a 40% improvement in skin  tightening at 1 year. Just like any procedure, results will vary from one patient to another as well as from one physician to the next. I agree that at  6 weeks there should be some degree of improvement seen visibly. I suggest you discuss these concerns with your provider.Regards,
  
Dr. Ravi Somayazula
  
Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery- American Board of Medical Specialties
  
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Gilbert Lee, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Body tite works by using a radiofrequency wand to heat the internal and external temperatures of your tissue to a specific temperature. It works to shrink wrap the skin by stimulating new collagen growth. This remodeling phase can take up to a year. Because it works slowly, its hard to see improvement on a day to day basis. In our office, we take serial photos and have noticed that most patients are starting to see a nice result at 3, 6 and 9 months. If you had preop photos taken, I would recommend asking for another set at 3 or 6 months. That will give you a more accurate idea on how you are progressing. Because the result depends on your own body regenerating collagen growth, everyone is different. If you have any concerns, contact the surgeon who did the procedure and they can help to get you to the best possible result. Good luck!

David Dellinger, DO, FACOS · Answer

With BodyTite, results take some time. 5 weeks is still very early for BodyTite. While the results of BodyTite can be very good, it can definitely be a delayed gratification procedure and requires some patience. Some of the best results form BodyTite start to appear at 3 months and by 4-6 months you should be seeing some of the best outcomes from the procedure.

Joseph A. Russo, MD · Answer

Most patients notice a big jump in the appearance of their abdomen at 3 months. The results continue to improve with time, but if you are older and your skin is looser, your results will not be as impressive as a younger person with better skin elasticity

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