FAQs
Pre and Post Care Instructions
What is 4D Lipo-Cav?
4D fat reduction is a combination package procedure that encompasses four different treatments all targeted in removing fat the same way liposuction can but without the surgery. Traditional liposuction is a surgical procedure, involving small incisions in which a tube is inserted into a fatty area. The fat is then sucked out through the tube, resulting in the permanent reduction of those fat cells. Liposuction can be used on large areas where there are significant fat deposits and may be effective after just one procedure. Since liposuction is a surgery, there is some recovery time with swelling, pain, and a risk of infection. Non-surgical liposuction generally has less-to-no recovery time as surgical liposuction, but it isn't as effective on large areas of fat. Its use should be limited to small, stubborn areas that remain after an adequate diet and exercise program, or to patients who cannot or choose not to undergo surgery. In order to be fully effective, multiple treatments may be required.
Pre-Care: Please arrive makeup free if possible, for facial applications and for body procedures please remove all topical creams. If you appear to have any open skin lesions please notify your practitioner immediately as appointment may need to be rescheduled.
Please arrive in comfortable clothing and bring a compression garment if advised to do so.
Post-Care Instructions: Drink plenty of water to help flush the system of toxins. It is advised to exercise for 30 minutes post procedure.
For Meso-Lipo Serum Application: You will be wrapped with cellophane immediately after treatment. This wrap will need to be removed after one hour. Wear your compression garment for three days (around the clock if possible) following the procedure. Drink at least (16) 8oz. glasses of water per day to help kidneys with flushing fat from the body. Avoiding exercising (except walking) the treated area for 48 hours. Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Aleve), icing the area or drinking alcohol and eating carbohydrates for 2-3 days after the treatment because it may decrease its effectiveness. The only pain medication which does not adversely affect results is Tylenol.
Questions and Answers Regarding Fat Removal
Q. What kind of results can I expect?
A. Results will vary but statistically, you can expect to lose up 1 to 2 inches on the first day after treatment, and up to 2 inches on the third day following each treatment.
Q. Will I end up with saggy skin?
A. Our 4-D Procedure combines four treatments and RF Skin Tightening is one of the four treatments used in this procedure to eliminate sagging skin resulting from the treatments.
Q. How often should I get the procedure?
A. You should receive treatment every three days. We recommend treatments are done according with the treatment plan to maintain faster and optimum results.
Q. How much of my body can be treated?
A. We recommend focusing at least three treatments in one area before moving on to another area. Areas that can be treated are stomach, thighs, back, arms, and chin.
Q. How many treatments will I need?
A. The answer varies from person to person; however, we recommend starting with a minimum of four sessions. Body Contouring is a lifestyle change and maintenance sessions are recommended after you reach your desired goal.
Q. Who can get treatments?
A. The best candidates for this fat removal procedure are those who are healthy and moderately overweight, hoping to lose between 5-40 pounds.
Q. What guidelines should I follow?
A. We recommend drinking at least 1.5-2 liters of water on the days before and after each treatment. Drinking water is essential to eliminate the waste and toxins your body will be throwing out. We also recommend you start or continue a healthy diet and exercise program to maintain results and to continue with your weight loss goals.
This procedure is not recommended for the following:
Pregnant or Nursing
Liver Disease
Epilepsy
Urinary Incontinence
Diabetes
Fever
Tumor
Infections
Atopic Disease
Blood Disorders
Taking Blood Thinners
Internal Bleeding
Skin Disease
Acute Inflammation
Pins, Metal Prosthesis, Pacemaker
Heart Disease
UTI
Kidney Disease
Lupus