You eat well, you lift three days a week, and you can feel some definition underneath, but the spare tire around your stomach and love handles won’t budge. Non-surgical body sculpting treatments in Washington, DC may help you reduce that last layer without surgery. Many of our patients start by reading about SculpSure.
So, what happens when you first sit down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Anju Pabby at our Body Contouring Center on L Street NW?
Can Non-Surgical Body Sculpting Spot-Reduce My Love Handles?
In many cases, yes. During your consultation, you and Dr. Pabby will look at your upper abdomen, lower abdomen and flanks separately. Then, she’ll let you know which areas to treat first and which can wait. Be sure to mention your workout routine and any recent weight changes, too. It’s OK to estimate!
Is My Belly Fat the Kind Body Sculpting Can Treat?
At the beginning of your exam, Dr. Pabby will ask you to stand and relax your stomach. Then, she’ll check by gently pinching the area. If she can grasp a soft layer between her fingers, that’s usually fat that body sculpting can reach. However, if your stomach feels firm and the fullness sits behind your abdominal muscles, she’ll tell you honestly that a device can’t reach it. In the event your BMI is above 30, she may suggest working toward your goal weight first.
What Happens During Non-Surgical Body Sculpting Treatments in Washington, DC?
With SculpSure, you’ll lie comfortably while the applicators rest on your abdomen or flanks for about 25 minutes per area. You’ll feel deep warmth that comes and goes, followed by a cooling sensation. Afterward, you can head back to work or the gym that same day.
If you’d also like to firm the muscle underneath, Dr. Pabby may suggest Emsculpt. During each session, you’ll feel strong contractions, as if you’re doing thousands of crunches while lying still. Our page on Emsculpt and CoolTone compares the two.
What Should I Do Before and After Body Sculpting?
Before your non-surgical body sculpting treatments in Washington, DC, wear comfortable clothes and keep up your usual workouts. After each session, the treated area may feel tender or a little firm for a few days. Rest assured, that’s normal, and you can still head to the gym. Be sure to drink plenty of water, and call us if anything feels unusual.
Will I See My Abs After Body Sculpting?
You may see more of them, especially along your sides. In fact, Dr. Pabby will give you a realistic picture at your consultation. Typically, SculpSure can reduce up to 24% of the fat in a treated area, and your body clears it over about 12 weeks.
How Many Body Sculpting Sessions Will I Need, and Is the Fat Gone for Good?
Usually one to three sessions per area, spaced several weeks apart. Keep in mind that the treated fat cells don’t come back. However, if you gain weight later, the remaining cells can still grow. For larger amounts of fat, Dr. Pabby may tell you that liposuction would give you a bigger change.
To plan ahead, read our posts on your body sculpting consultation and which treatment areas deliver the best results.
Our SculpSure page describes Dr. Pabby as an expert in advanced laser procedures, and NBC 4 has featured her work on cellulite and RF microneedling. Together, she and Dr. Marilyn Berzin bring over 50 years of combined experience to non-surgical body sculpting treatments in Washington, DC.
See DC’s Most Trusted Dermatologists
You’ll leave your consultation with Anju Pabby, MD, knowing which areas will respond, how many sessions to plan, and what result to expect.
Call DC Derm Docs at 202-822-9591 to book your appointment.
