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Localized Slimming

What Is Localized Slimming?

It is best to think of localized slimming not as a weight-loss method but as a kind of body sculpting. Our aim is to target stubborn fat deposits settled in certain areas of the body that you cannot get rid of despite diet and exercise. In other words, it is a contour-correction procedure that will make a difference when measured with a tape measure and make our clothes fit us better, rather than reducing the number on the scale. This method is a wonderful solution for people who are generally happy with their weight but are bothered by excesses at certain points of their body. It is by no means an obesity treatment; it is an aid that complements your healthy lifestyle habits and makes the final touch.

Some of the areas where these treatments are most frequently applied and where the best results are achieved are:

  • The abdomen and waist area (love handles)
  • The outer thighs (saddlebags)
  • The inner thighs and above the knees
  • The folds in the back area
  • The arms
  • The double chin

How Is Localized Slimming Performed?

Today, localized slimming is done with very comfortable and reliable technologies that do not require a surgical incision or anesthesia. We decide together on which method is most suitable for you, in line with the structure of the fat tissue in the targeted area, the condition of your skin, and your expectations. Each technology acts on the fat cells through a different mechanism.

In the Cold Lipolysis method, the fat cells are crystallized by being frozen in a controlled way. Fat cells are far less resistant to cold than other tissues. This freezing process disrupts the structure of the cells, starting programmed cell death. The body removes these structurally disrupted cells from the area over time through its own natural cleansing system (the lymphatic system). The skin, nerves, and muscles are not harmed during the procedure.

Radiofrequency and Focused Ultrasound technologies, on the other hand, work with the opposite principle — with heat energy. These systems protect the surface of the skin and deliver the energy directly to the fat layer beneath the skin. The controlled heat created breaks down the membranes of the fat cells and causes them to dissolve. The broken-down fats are again metabolized by the body over time. One of the best aspects of this method is that the heat effect triggers collagen production in the skin. This way, not only slimming but also firming and tightening are achieved in the area.

Injection Lipolysis is a method in which special fat-dissolving solutions are injected directly into the fat tissue with very fine needles. It gives very effective results especially in smaller and delicate areas such as the double chin, or as an addition to other systemic treatments.

High-Intensity Electromagnetic Technology (HIFEM) is an innovative approach that targets the muscles to achieve fat burning indirectly. The device causes the muscles in the treated area to contract powerfully thousands of times in a short period of about half an hour. This is a level of contraction impossible to reach with normal exercise. This intense activity triggers both an increase in muscle mass and the use of the fats in the area as energy.

What Is the Recovery Process After Localized Slimming Like?

One of the most popular features of these modern treatments is that they do not disconnect you from your social or work life. You can return to your daily routine right after the sessions; no recovery process or rest is needed. After the procedure, some temporary and mild effects may be seen in the treated area. This is completely normal and a natural response of the body to the treatment. It usually resolves on its own within a few days. Among these effects are the following:

  • Slight redness
  • Temporary tenderness
  • Rarely, small bruises
  • A feeling of localized numbness

When it comes to seeing the results, patience is needed. Because your body clearing the broken-down fat cells and removing them from the area is a natural process and takes time. You usually begin to notice the first clear effects after 3–4 weeks. The final result of the treatment — that is, the most ideal slimmed and shaped state of the area — usually emerges at the end of 2–3 months. Ensuring the longevity of these beautiful results you have achieved is entirely in your hands. The fat cells destroyed by the treatment do not come back, but it is very important to pay attention to your lifestyle to prevent the remaining fat cells from growing with weight gain. The basic keys to preserving successful results are quite simple.

  • A balanced and healthy diet
  • Regular physical activity
  • Drinking plenty of water

Enzymatic Lipolysis (Localized Slimming Mesotherapy)

What Is Enzymatic Lipolysis (Localized Slimming Mesotherapy)?

Enzymatic lipolysis is a non-surgical body contouring method that targets stubborn fat deposits we cannot get rid of no matter how much diet and exercise we do. It should not be thought of as a weight-loss treatment; its main aim is to improve the overall contours of the body and give a more aesthetic appearance by reducing bulges in certain areas. Some areas of our body that tend to store fat get very good results from this treatment.

The areas where this method is most frequently used are:

  • The double chin
  • The abdomen and waist area
  • The outer thighs (saddlebags)
  • The inner and back parts of the arms
  • The folds in the back area
  • The inner parts of the knees

So how does this procedure work? The secret of the method lies in the “enzymes” hidden in its name. Special enzymes that are completely compatible with our body and can dissolve and break down the membrane of fat cells are used. These enzymes are injected directly into the fat tissue in the problematic area. After injection, the enzymes target the walls of the fat cells, breaking them down and turning the fat inside them into liquid. These released fatty acids are collected from the area through the lymph system — the body’s own natural cleansing mechanism — and metabolized through the liver to be completely eliminated from the body. In other words, with this method, the fat cells do not just shrink but are permanently destroyed. This way, both a reduction in volume and a firmer appearance are achieved in the treated area.

How Is Enzymatic Lipolysis (Localized Slimming Mesotherapy) Performed?

Before starting the enzymatic lipolysis treatment, a physician evaluation is always carried out. In this consultation, the structure, thickness, and skin quality of the fat tissue in the area of complaint are examined. The person’s expectations are listened to, and by deciding whether this method is the most suitable option, the number of sessions to be followed in the treatment protocol is determined. This preliminary consultation is one of the most important steps for the success of the treatment.

When the treatment day comes, the procedure proceeds in very simple and comfortable steps. The treatment process can generally be summarized as follows.

  • First, the treatment area is completely purified with an antiseptic solution.
  • A topical anesthetic cream is applied to the area to minimize the patient’s pain sensation, and we wait a short while for it to become numb.
  • The physician makes small markings on the skin to determine the injection points.
  • Finally, the prepared special enzyme mixture is injected into the fat layer beneath the skin, at the determined points, with the help of very fine needles.

This entire process is usually completed in a short time of about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the area to be treated. It is normal to feel a slight burning or stinging sensation during the procedure. A single session is usually not enough; to achieve the targeted result, a course of about 3 to 6 sessions, planned 2–4 weeks apart depending on the condition of the fat tissue, may be needed.

What Is the Recovery Process After Enzymatic Lipolysis (Localized Slimming Mesotherapy) Like?

It is possible to return to social life as soon as the procedure is over, but some temporary effects are expected to be seen in the treated area. Slight swelling, redness, tenderness, and sometimes small bruises may form in the injected area. These are normal conditions showing that the enzymes have begun to work in the fat tissue and that the body is giving a natural response. These effects usually disappear on their own within a few days.

To increase the effectiveness of the treatment and have a comfortable healing process, it is important to pay attention to some points. There are things to do to speed up and support healing after the procedure:

  • Drinking plenty of water
  • A healthy and light diet
  • Gentle massage treatment if recommended by the physician

Likewise, there are some activities to avoid for the first few days so that the body can focus on its healing process:

  • Intense, sweat-inducing exercise
  • Sauna, Turkish bath, and steam room
  • Hot showers or baths
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Exposing the area to direct sun

It takes some time for the results to emerge. Since eliminating the broken-down fats from the body requires a process, the slimming in the area is noticed gradually. The first clear effects usually begin to be seen after the second session, and the final result of the treatment becomes clear about a month after the last session. Since the fat cells destroyed with enzymatic lipolysis do not come back, the results achieved are permanent. However, this does not mean that the other fat cells in the area will not grow with weight gain. For this reason, to preserve the results, the best approach is to make balanced nutrition and regular exercise habits a part of your lifestyle.