Fat Dissolving Injections
Fat Dissolving Injections: The Process
Fat Dissolving Injections work as an effective tool for spot fat reduction of fat deposits. These areas are precisely targeted by injecting a synthetic bile salt directly into into fatty areas of the of the face, neck, thighs or body promoting spot fat reduction in those areas.
The active ingredient in effective injectables is a substance called sodium deoxycholate, a bile salt found in the body. This substance breaks down dietary fats in the digestive tract.
Over a period of 1-4 weeks the fat is metabolised and eliminated from the body. A treatment package of 3-4 treatments is generally required for the effective treatment.
Fat Dissolving Injections: How they Work
Fat Dissolving Injections are injected into subcutaneous fat cells. The Bile salt disrupts the fat cell membrane causing the fat cells to disintegrate. The broken down fat is then metabolised and removed by the lymphatic system over a period of 1-4 weeks.
The destroyed fat cells are permanently eliminated meaning results are long lasting, especially if combined with healthy life choices.
Fat Dissolving Injections: Treatment Process
Effective treatment involves 2-4 sessions spaced several weeks apart to allow time for the body to eliminate waste products of the metabolised fat cells.
Treatment has minimal downtime but swelling, redness and some bruising are common for a few days after treatment.
Safety Considerations
Injectables are safe but no invasive treatment is entirely without risk and should only be administered by a trained medical professional.
Fat Dissolving Injections are contraindicated for people with the following conditions.
Liver Disease
Reduced liver function impairs the bodies ability to safely clear the wasted resulting from these injections.
Kidney Disease
Again, inefficient or damaged kidneys may not be able to eliminate bi products of broken down fat cells
Heart conditions or cardiovascular disease
May increase risk of complications, especially if there is poor circulation
Diabetes
Can interfere with wound healing and increase the risk of infection. In addition, any fluctuations in blood sugar complicates treatment.
Autoimmune Disease
Conditions such as Lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis can increase the risk adverse reactions or unpredictable responces to the injections.
Pregnancy or breast feeding
It has not been confirmed that it is safe to administer these treatments during pregnancy or when breast feeding
Blood clotting disorders
Increase the risk of Hematoma at injection sites.
Obesity or large areas of fat
Injections are not suitable for obesity or large areas of fat. Injections target small areas of localised fat such as a double chin or fat on the back of the arm.
Other Considerations
People with poor skin elasticity may not be good candidates for localised fat dissolving injections as the skin may not contract well after the fat has been dissolved. This will worsen the overall effect of loose or saggy skin.
Where to find us
We are based outside of in a private clinic Banwell, 4 miles out of Weston Super Mare.
We have ample off street parking off High Street, (Note this is not the the High St through the village but the Highest street in the village!)
Hello, my name is Helen.
I’ve been a qualified Nurse for 39 years, working mainly in Surgical Care in the NHS. I worked as a ward Sister for 23 years and finally, as a Surgical Matron reviewing safety and surgical interventions for my Directorate.
I am a highly experienced clinician and a certified Aesthetician able to offer advanced skin treatments and cosmetic procedures. I offer safe, subtle procedures to help soften the signs of aging and enhance your natural looks.
I aim to help you feel confident and radiant with the discrete use of premium fillers and anti-wrinkle treatments. If you’d like to find out more about treatments or have any questions, reach out via the contact form and I love to speak with you.
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