Fat dissolving injections are a non-surgical solution to minimise and remove stubborn localised pockets of fat. It is ideal for those who exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet but have pockets of fat that won’t shift, even with focused exercise. A specific fat dissolving solution is injected directly into fat deposits to destroy fat cells.
Fat dissolving injections work by breaking down cell membranes to liquefy the fat cell, destroying it permanently, releasing the lipids that are then eliminated naturally through the lymphatic system. The procedure consists of injecting multiple times into the fat pockets. More than 1 session will be needed (generally between 2-6 depending on area) administered 3-4 weeks apart.
Fat injections can be used on the following areas to treat stubborn fat pockets:
It is important to know that fat dissolving injections are a body contouring and sculpting treatment, not a weight loss solution. Treatments with fat dissolving injections are only advisable for small, localised areas. Patients must be within one stone of their recommended body weight to have the treatment and be able to pinch about 3cm of fat.
The results of treatment are permanent under the condition of maintaining a constant weight measurement (i.e. assuming you don`t gain weight). Destroying the fat cells is a permanent solution provided you retain a stable weight, eat healthily. Fat injections lead to a permanent reduction of fatty tissue; once removed, fat cells will not reappear.