I had the SculpSure procedure performed on my stomach fat 2/1/16 I have 2 different lumps that have formed. Any suggestion?

Feeling some lumps (which can be minimally tender to touch) in the subcutaneous fat layer 2-3 weeks after SculpSure is probably a good sign. It means that enough energy was delivered to the fat cells that they have been damaged and that the immune system is responding to that by breaking them down.  There is naturally going to be some inflammation there while this is occurring.  If you massage those areas each day while showering (warm, soapy skin helps you get in there and get to the lumps) that helps.  After 4 weeks there should not be any lumps, maybe max 6 weeks.  Then you know at that point that you are ready for your 2nd SculpSure treatment .   

Thank you for your question. There may be minor discomfort after SculpSure but it would be temporary. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.
Best wishes,

Hi,  your lumps are totally normal and simply represent collection of dead cells under your skin that will now be slowly eliminated by your body over the next 6 -12 weeks. I recommend to all my patients to gently massage the treatment area twice a day for 2 weeks to help your body to eliminate them, Also, drinking a lot of water is also very important. Just be patient and they will go away. Best of luck, Dr.Avaliani

I've been treating with Sculpsure from the beginning and have definitely noted that some people develop lumps after the treatment.  This is simply the fat cells that are dying and being absorbed by the body.  They seem to form about the 1-3 week mark if you are going to form them and usually disappear on their own if they are realtively soft.  If they are hard however then massaging them for about 2 weeks will help them all go away.  I haven't seen anyone have these nodules past about 6 weeks.

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 her 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 treatmentSince 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 SurgeonDirector-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute

I have yet to see this with the device but radiofrequency treatments and Z wave can help.  Best, Dr. Emer.

SculpSure works by killing fat cells, about 24% of them. After the procedure, some of these dead fat cells are quickly cleared by your lymphatic system (your body's natural way of "vacuuming" away things that don't belong in your body - and dead fat cells qualify as such), but some cells take longer to clear, and sometimes clump together. These clumped fat cells form little bumps that we can actually feel under the surface of the skin.
The good news is that they WILL go away with time. For some people, it takes a few weeks, and for other people a few months. The best way to expedite the process is to massage the area (i.e. breaking the fat nodule down) and drinking lots of water (making the lymphatic clearing process more efficient).
Good luck!

We have seen this response (though not often) in patients who have more fat cells to kill.  The lumps will get smaller over months and eventually go away.  It represents a massive inflammatory response and cell necrosis.  Give the body time to heal itself.  Keep massaging & increase your water intake.  Be sure to follow up with your doctor.
Best wishes, Dr B

Your post treatment lumps are totally normal. They are actually the dead fat cells. With time, your lymph system will eliminate them. Massaging the areas for 5-10 a day can certainly help to speed up the process. Best of luck.

Thank you for the great question!! Some people will experience nodules post procedure with Sculpsure. It is simply a lumping of fat cells, that in time will definitely go away. However, I always suggest gently massaging the area periodically in the day and to really increase the amount of water you're drinking.