It’s a thought many of us have had after that umpteenth cardio session: It’s right there, just millimeters under my skin! Can’t I just zap the fat away somehow?
Though this would have seemed like Jetson’s-style fiction just a decade or so ago, truSculpt iD really is making this fantasy a reality.
Better still, anyone in the L.A. area and beyond can now receive this treatment as part of the AM Facial Plastics suite of game-changing cosmetic services.
But what exactly is truSculpt iD, how does it work, and what makes it any different (or better) than the other sculpting methods out there? This introduction to truSculpt iD will cover these points and more so you can get the most out of this treatment.
At this point, any product or treatment claiming to “melt fat” deserves a highly skeptical once-over, which is understandable considering how bad actors have misrepresented legitimate body sculpting technology with snake oil and cheap imitations.
But in truth, truSculpt iD actually does target and eliminate your fat cells using gentle heat application.
It doesn’t “melt” them on the spot, per se, but kills them using monopolar radiofrequency technology, triggering the body to eliminate the fat cells like it does with so many other forms of waste.
Backing up a step, the “monopolar radiofrequency technology” we mentioned refers to the use of radiofrequency energy waves to selectively target and attack fat cells in common problem areas, including, but not limited to:
The frequencies truSculpt iD uses (1 or 2 mHz) penetrate to the level of the fat cell (adipocyte) and kickstart its pre-programmed death, a process known as apoptosis— all without harming any other tissues.
One easy way to think about it is like a very high-tech dog whistle. The whistle is tuned only to be heard by your dog, affecting nobody else in the area.
For more details on how this evidence-based treatment works, we invite you to check out this study in Lasers in surgery and medicine, featuring truSculpt iD. To quickly wrap up the findings, truSculpt iD treatment was shown to promote the following benefits among the 12 study participants:
Keep in mind, truSculpt iD takes just one treatment to produce results. But aren’t there already tons of popular sculpting treatments out there? What makes truSculpt iD so special?
truSculpt iD differentiates itself from laser lipolysis and other popular sculpting methods in three important ways: targeting, invasiveness, and overall effectiveness.
While other body contouring treatments can produce results, using a less targeted approach means a higher chance of unintended side effects and discomfort.
For example, laser lipolysis is reasonably good at targeting fat cells specifically, but it is reportedly less comfortable than radiofrequency technology like truSculpt and may result in a higher occurrence of skin reactions and other issues.
truSculpt iD is so precise and versatile it can treat many patients who are not candidates for other contouring procedures due to treatment location, skin laxity, skin type or fat thickness. The treatment involves minimal discomfort and has been compared to a hot stone massage.
It doesn’t get any less invasive than truSculpt iD, which, unlike many of the sculpting and other cosmetic treatments out there, involves zero incisions or anesthesia of any kind.
Most people describe a mild warming sensation during treatment, which goes away soon after the treatment has ended.
Like laser lipolysis, it is possible to pair radiofrequency sculpting with traditional liposuction (involving incisions), but completely non-invasive options like truSculpt iD are making it easier every day to still get serious results with virtually zero downtime.
Technical differences aside, truSculpt iD is simply more effective at eliminating fat from the body. Best of all, it only takes a single session to reduce body fat by as much as 24%.
First, even though truSculpt iD really does deliver significant results after one treatment, it takes time for the body to eliminate the targeted fat cells. It’s important to allow at least 12 weeks for the treatment to have its full effect.
It also helps to know how the treatment is applied when considering which areas you want to see treated. truSculpt iD uses up to six square handpieces measuring roughly 2” across, allowing you to target multiple areas (abdomen, hips, thighs, etc.) and/or one larger area.
As always, combining your truSculpt iD treatment with a consistent exercise and diet regimen (not to mention healthier sleep and stress management) will help to enhance its fat-burning effects.
Regardless of gender or size, truSculpt iD is for anyone who is medically eligible and looking to target stubborn fat spots. Thanks to the nature of the treatment, some patients who have been deemed ineligible for other contouring treatments may still be able to use truSculpt iD.
Finally, it’s very important that your truSculpt iD treatment is administered by an expert in non-invasive sculpting techniques, such as Dr. Moradzadeh. Proper application by an experienced professional is essential for getting the best and safest results.
Dr. Moradzadeh of AM Facial Plastics welcomes anyone in the L.A. area and beyond to experience the power of truSculpt iD and lose stubborn fat for good! Contact us today in Beverly Hills or Santa Barbara to experience this groundbreaking treatment.
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