The Ultimate Guide to Body Contouring

Even with a healthy diet and regular exercise, many people struggle with localised fat deposits that seem impossible to eliminate. 

These areas, often found on the abdomen, thighs, flanks, and arms, can remain despite efforts to slim down overall. 

Body contouring offers a solution for those looking to target these specific areas and achieve a more streamlined silhouette.

After significant weight loss, you may be left with sagging or loose skin, which can be frustrating after achieving their weight goals. 

Body contouring treatments, both surgical and non-surgical, can tighten and tone the skin, giving you the body shape you desire after your hard-earned weight loss.

With advancements in cosmetic technology, there are now numerous non-surgical body contouring methods available, like HIFU, which offer effective fat reduction and skin tightening without the risks, downtime, or recovery period associated with surgery.

For many, achieving a more sculpted and defined body can boost confidence and self-esteem, allowing you to feel better in your clothes and more comfortable in social and professional settings.

Body contouring can target a variety of areas where people commonly have concerns about excess fat or loose skin, including:

• Abdomen (stomach)
• Thighs (inner and outer)
• Flanks (love handles)
• Upper arms (bat wings)
• Buttocks
• Back
• Chin and neck area (for double chin reduction)

No, body contouring is not a weight-loss treatment. It is best suited for individuals who are near their ideal weight but have stubborn pockets of fat cells or loose skin that don’t respond to diet and exercise. It is designed to improve body shape and contour rather than reduce overall body weight.

The timeline for results depends on the type of procedure:

Surgical body contouring may show immediate changes, but final results typically appear after swelling and bruising subside, which could take a few weeks to months.

Non-surgical treatments like HIFI or CoolSculpting usually require a few weeks to months for full results, as the body gradually processes and eliminates the destroyed fat cells.

HIFU(High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) is a non-invasive body contouring treatment that uses ultrasound energy to target and destroy fat cells. It also stimulates collagen production, which helps tighten and firm the skin. HIFU is ideal for small areas of stubborn fat and is often used on the abdomen, thighs, arms, and chin.

The fat cells removed during body contouring treatments are permanently destroyed and eliminated from the body. However, new fat cells can form if significant weight is gained. Maintaining a stable weight with a healthy diet and exercise is important to preserve the results long-term.

Good candidates for body contouring are individuals who:

• Are near their ideal body weight but have localised fat deposits or loose skin
• Have good skin elasticity (for non-surgical treatments)
• Are in good general health and have realistic expectations about the results
• Are looking for a non-surgical alternative to traditional liposuction

If you are interested medical weight loss including the latest in weight loss injections you can read about: Weight Loss Injections in Sevenoaks.

The duration of a session depends on the type of treatment and the area being treated:

• Surgical procedures can take several hours and often require a hospital stay.
• Non-surgical treatments like HIFU, CoolSculpting, or laser lipolysis typically take between 30 minutes to an hour per session.

Before your body contouring treatment:

• Consult with Dr Paulina at her clinic in Sevenoaks to discuss your goals and determine if you’re a suitable candidate.
• Follow any pre-treatment instructions provided by Dr Paulina (e.g., avoiding certain medications or adjusting your diet).