Does Ultra Shape work only on targeted areas? Or is there any risk of it affecting surrounding tissues?

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Does Ultra Shape work only on the targeted area (lower abs in my case), or can the effects spread to surrounding tissues? I'm really skinny and I wouldn't want to lose any fat from my buttocks or thighs.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

The newest technology proven
to permanently destroy subcutaneous fat cells in a selected areas is the UltraShape III. Using ultrasound, fat is targeted, eliminating risks to the surrounding area, including nerves and other structures. #surroundingtissues #targetingfat #ultrashaperisk

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

UltraShape V3 is the newest technology proven
to permanently destroy subcutaneous fat cells in a selected areas.  The fat destruction is selective to only subcutaneous fat, eliminating risks to surrounding tissue, nerves or other structures.  Treatments are completed in merely 4 weeks with 3 treatments scheduled 2 weeks
apart ! Although studies have shown a 94% patient satisfaction rate, we have
found nearly 100% of our patients satisfied with measurable reductions!#selectivefatreduction  #UltraShapedestroysfat  #bodycontouring

Kimberly Butterwick, MD · Answer

UltraShape uses focused pulsed ultrasound technology that targets fat cells in the desired area without affecting surrounding tissue. If you had a treatment done only on your lower abs, fat cells in your thighs or buttocks would not be targeted or affected. I recommend visiting a board-certified dermatologist with experience in body contouring procedures to make sure you are a candidate and address any concerns you have about the procedure.

Nathan W. Patterson, MD, FACS · Answer

Ultrashape uses ultrasonic pulses to destroy fat cells only in the location targeted.  There is no medication or temperature that could diffuse or spread to other tissue.  Your thighs and buttocks are safe!

Kory Kitagawa, MD · Answer

UltraShape, like other noninvasive and invasive fat-removal techniques, is a targeted therapy. That means it is directed only at the area to be treated and will not have any affect on untreated areas or anything other than fat. The effects do not spread. UltraShape uses ultrasound energy to vaporize fat cells, which are then eliminated by the body over time. A board-certified dermatologist will be able to examine you to determine if you are a candidate for UltraShape's highly effective body-contouring.

Dennis Gross, MD · Answer

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.

Luis A. Cenedese, MD, FACS · Answer

Ultrashape will only cavitate and dissolve the fat where the ultrasound is transmitted, not surrounding areas.Two inches of pinchable fat are required to perform the procedure.Thin patients may need to be treated with Liposculpture instead.Please consult in person with an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon prior to making treatment decisions.

Craig Mezrow, MS, MD, FACS · Answer

UltraShape uses nonthermal, focused ultrasound to destroy unwanted fat.  It selectively destroys the fat thereby not damaging the surrounding nerves, blood vessels and connective tissues.

David Goldberg, MD · Answer

Greetings!The focused, mechanical ultrasound that is used in Ultrashape should have no effect on the surrounding tissue outside of the treatment area. The ultrasound being delivered is going straight down into the targeted area. Hope this helps!Best of luck in your treatment!!

Alix J. Charles, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The ultrasound waves that the Ultrashape device uses to destroy your fat cells can penetrate up to 1.5 cm into the target area. It should have no effect on fat outside of the area treated. Best of luck to you!

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