Some people burn through excess fat pockets without even trying, while others diet and exercise their whole lives but still can’t get rid of love handles or chin fat. People in the latter category may be at a healthy weight technically, but their body contour makes it seem like they have made no progress. 

Body contouring techniques came as an alternative method for handling those stubborn fat pockets. This helps you feel fabulous when you wear summer clothing such as bikinis or even a backless wedding dress. 

If you have an upcoming event, such as a wedding or holiday, you may consider body contouring treatments such as EMSCULPT NEO® or liposuction. This blog will offer insight into which option works best for your needs.

What Is Liposuction?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that uses a thin tube (called a cannula) to suction fat out of the body. Recent liposuction techniques use tumescent solutions made from saline, adrenaline, and lidocaine to prep the area. Once administered, they cause the fatty layer to swell and become firmer, which offers Dr. Ariel Ostad more control over the target area. These solutions also increase comfort and reduce the need for general anesthesia.

Once the tumescent solution takes effect, the excess fat is suctioned out of the pockets through the cannulas. One liposuction treatment has the potential to permanently remove up to 10 pounds of fat. However, the remaining cells might grow bigger if you don’t follow a healthy lifestyle. 

Liposuction can have dramatic effects in terms of fat reduction, but it holds the potential for minimal downtime. The procedure is most effective during springtime or when you have at least three weeks before your wedding or big event. 

How Is EMSCULPT NEO® Different?

EMSCULPT NEO® triggers the fat reduction process without creating incisions in your skin. It also diminishes fat while helping you build muscle and tone the body. This is possible through the combination of RF and HIFEM+ technology:  

• Radiofrequency (RF): Gently heats the top layer of the skin, promoting the new production of collagen and elastin that offers a tightening effect. RF also selectively reduces subcutaneous fat by damaging fat cells with heat. This leads the body to remove the damaged fat through the lymphatic system.
• High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Energy (HIFEM+): HIFEM+ technology triggers powerful contractions in the muscles. These are much stronger than what you could normally achieve during a workout. About 30 minutes of EMSCULPT NEO® helps the abs perform the equivalent of 20,000 crunches, without discomfort or effort. 

EMSCULPT NEO® offers faster visible results, since you don’t have to go through any downtime. It’s a good option if you have loose skin post-weight loss or only want to reduce small amounts of excess body fat.

Add-On Treatments that Improve the Effect

Both liposuction and EMSCULPT NEO® are effective in improving the contour of your body. However, to look your best over the summer, you might want to consider a series of add-on treatments. These can include: 

• Injectables: BOTOX® Cosmetic and dermal fillers can reduce the intensity of dynamic and static wrinkles. The former reduces wrinkles such as frown lines and crow’s feet, whereas the latter can add volume.
• EMFACE®: Using similar technology to EMSCULPT NEO®, this treatment firms and tones your facial features. EMFACE® offers a non-invasive face lift while reducing stubborn fat pockets such as submental fat.
• Clear + Brilliant®: This is a gentle skin resurfacing treatment that helps you obtain radiant skin on your wedding day. Clear + Brilliant® can reduce fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation spots, and textural issues. 
• Exosomes for Hair: Hair thinning can be problematic for wedding photos. Exosomes can promote hair growth by awakening dormant follicles and improving their density with time. 

To look your best before a wedding or any other big event this summer, you should start the treatments several months ahead. 

Get Your Body Contouring Treatments Today!

The right body contouring treatments can refine your physique and make you ready for everything summer throws your way. This way, whether you are a bride getting ready for a wedding or a guest preparing to party, you should always be able to look your best. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ariel Ostad and get your body contouring treatment!

To learn more about body contouring, contact Dr. Ariel Ostad at 212-517-7900. We will offer you the necessary guidance to make an informed decision. As an alternative, you can put your questions down in our online contact form, and we will get in touch with you soon.