How long does it take to get the full effects of BodyTite?

Bodytite is a radio-frequency treatment which serves to tighten skin. This accomplished by subdermal heating of the collagen fibers which can cause tightening as well as stimulate fibroblast activity for collagen deposition. This can be combined with liposuction (but does not necessarily need to be). 
The fat removal component is no different than traditional liposuction. For those patients with excess fat in the absence of skin laxity Bodytite does not necessarily hold an advantage over more traditional liposuction. However, in patients with laxity or in whom there is a concern for worsening laxity post liposuction, a radio-frequency tightening will help.It can take 3-4 months for a result to become apparent following BodyTite. The result is progressive and contraction will continue for upwards of 12 months. In the interim, strict adherence to compression regimen/recommendations will help in achieving your best result.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Thank you for your question. Most people begin to see results several weeks after a BodyTite procedure. However, it takes up to 6 months to see the full results as collagen is produced over time. Please consult your provider and always seek treatment from a from a board-certified dermatologist. 

For BodyTite you will see results at varying times during your recovery.  You will see the slimming result after BodyTite combined with liposuction in the first few weeks after the swelling improves.  You will also see some tightening within a month that will continue to improve over the course of 6-12 months.  Your optimum result is at about the 1 year mark.  

Unfortunately, the effects of BodyTite are not immediate.  You will see some results from the fat reduction relatively quickly, but it typically takes a while for your body to make collagen and tighten the tissue.  I encourage patients before surgery to be patient after surgery since it may take 12 months before you see your final result.

BodyTite is a great, minimally invasive technology that uses radiofrequency to promote the tightening of skin.  In combination with liposuction, it can greatly improve the contour of your body.  Most of the swelling and soreness from the BodyTite technology will begin to go away after a few weeks, but it may take up to 3 months for all of the swelling and healing to be complete and for you to see your final result.  Please visit a board certified plastic surgeon to see if you would be an ideal candidate for BodyTite.