If you focus Vanquish on lower abdomen, will upper abdomen fat “fall down” and even out?

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Getting BTL Vanquish ME 45 mins on front of belly, 30 mins on back of belly, 5 times, spaced 2-3 days apart. I have a normal range BMI w/ a disproportionately large midsection, and a slightly longer torso than average. Treater says to focus the machine on the lower abdomen, and the upper abdomen fat will “fall down,” or I can come back for another round (not a financial option). Does the machine cover the belly area sufficiently? I’m inclined to move the machine up halfway through treatment...

Kimberly Butterwick, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for the question. Vanquish works by targeting fat cells in the treatment area. The radiofrequency energy heats the cells, liquefying them so they can be eliminated naturally by the body. The device only works on the area that is targeted during the treatment sessions. Fat does not migrate, which means the fat cells left behind will stay in your upper abdomen. Sometimes though, the upper abdomen looks bigger because the lower abdomen pushes it up. Hopefully after the treatments, both the upper and lower will look better. If not, you may want additional treatment to the upper abdomen like CoolSculpting. I recommend you schedule an in-person consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist who can assess you personally and create a treatment plan geared to your needs, goals and budget. Good luck to you!

Rosy Sandhu, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Vanquish results will occur only in area of treatment. In many cases, where clients are concerned with upper and lower abdomen, I have had clients treat upper and lower abdomen same day as a bundle package. If you feel that the upper abdomen also has fat, tell your concern to your provider. It is best to prevent "shelfing" on the upper abdomen because as the lower abdomen slims down the upper abdomen can become more prominent. The fat will not move to another area. Hope this helps, good luck. 
Best, Dr. Rosy Sandhu

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, it will not fall down and Vanquish will only work where in the treated area. For best results shaping the arms, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermiRF/J Plasma/Renuvion/InMode BodyTite and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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