What Results Can I Expect?

Best Results Come After Several Months

Best Results Come After Several Months Maintain Healthy Lifestyle Possible Side Effects

Within a week, the majority of the swelling and bruising should have gone away. Some areas take a little longer to heal—the belly will take longer than the upper arms or chin, for example. You should start seeing positive results—an altered body contour—within about a month, with final results showing up about 3 to 6 months after treatment. Again, your results will depend on the size of the area you had treated and how quickly your body responds.

You’ll be instructed to wear a compression garment over the treated area for several days or even several weeks, depending on which area of your body was treated. Your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic to further reduce the risk of infection.

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Possible Side Effects

Some swelling is expected, how much swelling or bruising you experience after the procedure will depend on how your body responds to it. Normally, swelling subsides within a day or so. Bruising may linger for a bit longer, but most people return to their normal activities quickly—often the very next day. You should avoid strenuous exercise, deep massages, and strong “power” showers for 7 to 10 days.