Get the Body You Deserve with Body Contouring

Body contouring is becoming quite popular among those who want to reshape and improve the appearance of their body, often due to significant weight loss, age-related fat distribution, and other similar issues. There are several types of procedures that fall under the category of body contouring, which is what makes it such a great treatment. You can talk to an expert and customize your contouring procedure so that you get the results you desire. 

Also known as body sculpting, this option includes techniques like:

• Heat and cold therapies
• Lasers
• Lifts and tucks
• Liposuction

The goal of these procedures is to reshape or contour the body, eliminate extra skin, and get rid of excess fat. It isn’t designed to help people lose weight, but merely to shape the body and redistribute the fat with various procedures like those above. 

Body Contouring Options 

There are two main choices for body sculpting: surgical and non-surgical. The latter is obviously more popular, as most people want to avoid serious surgery at all costs. Also referred to as lipolysis, methods include:

• Cryolipolysis, which destroys fat cells using cold temperatures
• Injection lipolysis, which destroys fat cells with deoxycholic acid injections
• Laser lipolysis, which destroys fat cells using lasers
• Radiofrequency lipolysis, which destroys fat cells with heat and ultrasound waves

Those who choose to have surgery performed as part of their body contouring will typically opt for:

• Lifts and tucks, which can remove excess skin and fat:
  • Tummy tucks
  • Breast lifts 
  • Facelifts 
  • Chin lifts
  • Double chin surgery
• Liposuction, which suctions out fat deposits to physically remove them from the body

The best thing you can do is talk to a cosmetic professional about your options and decide on which procedure(s) are best. In many cases, a treatment plan will be created using a combination of the procedures discussed above to achieve optimal results. 

Is Body Contouring Safe?

All cosmetic procedures and surgeries come with potential risks. However, in general, body sculpting and contouring techniques are used without incident in almost every case. If you experience any issues after your procedure, you should seek medical attention right away. However, as long as you choose a reputable provider and follow their aftercare instructions, you should have a good experience with body contouring and be able to start showing off your new shape to the world. Contact Beauty and Body by Mia to learn more!