UltraShape Risks and Side Effects

The advantage of Ultrashape, is that it is a completely non invasive modality which uses highly focused ultrasound to reach the depth of fat under the skin. This fat is usually consistently reduced and permanently eliminated from your body. Therefore, this minimizes any potential risks such as contour deformities or burns or skin loss or nerve damage that may be seen with some of the more invasive modalities. Having used Ultrashape on hundreds of patients we have been very happy to see that patients report good results and have not seen any sequelae or complications. Having said that, the procedure has to be performed by the right healthcare practitioner in the right setting, under the supervision of a board certified physician. 

UltraShape Power is a non-invasive treatment and doesn't require anesthesia or incisions.  It uses ultrasound technology to permanently and comfortably destroy fat cells and is FDA cleared for 32% fat destruction, the highest in the industry. Having said that, even non-invasive devices, if improperly used, can have deleterious side effects.  Yes, transient swelling can occur and this is normal.  Not all patients notice this as it is minimal.  Burning can also occur if the device is not used correctly. I strongly recommend doing your research prior to treatment in order to find a physician or physician extender that is properly trained so that such side effects can be avoided.

Ultrashape is one of the least likely machines in my research and experience to cause problems. Although complications can occur with any medical treatment, they are extremely uncommon (less than 1%) and the vast majority are minor such as temporary blister or redness that fades relatively quickly. 

Ultrashape Power comes with big advantages of no downtime, no scars and no pain - well yes, there is some mild discomfort, like as a hot stone massage, but there truly are no burns, or any damage that shows up at all - this is my experience, and seems to be the experience of most doctors that use Ultrashape Power.

It is very uncommon to hear about complications with UltraShape treatments.  Someone might have redness, but that goes away very quickly.  Do your research and make sure the technicians have ample training and experience and you shouldn't have any problems.Thank you,Dr. Zena Gabreil

It is important to
remember that UltraShape is the most advanced form of fat removal on the market
today. For decades we have been removing
fat with various devices that remove fat using heat or cold. Those devices could cause burning, pain,
blisters, numbness and other complications that are not seen with the newer
UltraShape technology. This is because UltraShape uses mechanical means to break the fat instead of using cold or
heat. In other words, it shakes the fat
at a very high frequency, which bursts the fat cells. They release the fatty acids into the body
and these are recycled into components of the body such as cell membranes and
the protective skin barrier which prevents water loss from the skin. We have not seen any complications in our
office except one patient who developed irritation from the tape used to hold
the fat in place during the procedure. I admit it does sound too good to be true
because there is no downtime and it works.
However, for those of us who have been using these technologies for the
last 5 years see it differently- I am
saying, “Finally, something that really works!”

We are among one of the first dermatology practices in the United States to offer this groundbreaking FDA-approved body-contouring procedure, the results of which have been proven in more than 13 clinical studies.UltraShape is a nonsurgical fat-melting treatment with no downtime and no pain. It works by sending ultrasound energy (not thermal energy or heat, which is the technique used by many lasers) to targeted fat within the subcutaneous layer, which lies deep in the skin. There, this ultrasound energy vibrates or shakes the fat cells until they fall apart and are liquefied, thereby selectively destroying these fat cells. The disintegrated fat cells then pass through the liver. So your body processes it just like you ate a fatty meal, and it’s excreted naturally as waste.There is no damage to the surrounding skin or tissues. No anesthesia or sedation is necessary. The treatment is completely painless.Patients experience visible body shaping—with no significant bruising, swelling, or any discomfort. And because the fat cells are eliminated, long-term results can be maintained

UltraShape has been shown in numerous studies to be safe.  In addition, hundreds of thousands of patients have been safely treated.  UltraShape uses non-thermal (not cold, not hot), focused pulsed ultrasound to selectively destroy fat without harming nerves, blood vessels, muscle and connective tissues.

Typically, there are no complications with UltraShape body contour treatments.  Rarely, a bruise or small blister may occur but will resolve quickly.  After 8 years of performing UltraShape, I have never seen any lasting problems.

Ultrashape has a very low complication
rate, but some of the risks would be mild temporary redness and (very rarely)
blisters and skin rregularities. It is important that you answer a full heath
questionnaire to rule out any underlining medical conditions which may exclude
you from treatment. With any none-invasive treatment some patients will respond
better than others, but on average patients will lose 3-6cm after 3 treatments.Studies have shown consistent results with
UltraShape when the treatments are done in a center with experienced staff.