If you have worked hard to lose weight but notice areas of excess skin or stubborn fat that do not respond to diet and exercise, you may benefit from an additional treatment option. truSculpt gently and effectively targets these concerns. At Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, we offer truSculpt in Burr Ridge, IL, to help patients who want to target these concerns.
What Is truSculpt?
truSculpt is a treatment that reduces fat and improves the look of skin without surgery. It uses controlled radiofrequency energy to target fat cells while also smoothing the surface of the skin. The treatment is versatile and can be used on different parts of the body where fat is difficult to reduce.
How truSculpt Works
The treatment delivers monopolar radiofrequency energy that gently heats fat cells while leaving the surrounding tissue safe. As the fat cells absorb the energy, they break down and are naturally eliminated through your body’s metabolic processes. At the same time, the heat stimulates collagen production, which can improve skin texture. truSculpt is a good option for non-invasive body sculpting, addressing both stubborn fat and skin quality in a single treatment.
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truSculpt Technology
The system uses two types of applicators to match different body areas and treatment goals. A hands-free applicator works well for larger zones like the abdomen, while handheld applicators allow us to carefully treat smaller or curved areas. Each applicator uses real-time temperature feedback to keep the energy consistent and comfortable throughout the session. The monopolar radiofrequency penetrates deeply to reach fat cells, and at the same time, the technology promotes even heating across the skin.
What truSculpt Treats
Unwanted Fat
Areas of stubborn fat can remain even when you eat well and exercise regularly. These fat cells may collect around the abdomen, thighs, flanks, or under the chin, and they often do not respond to lifestyle changes because fat is usually lost evenly across the body rather than just in one area, even with targeted exercises.
Loose Skin
Skin can lose firmness as you age, after pregnancy, or after weight loss. You may notice sagging in areas like the arms, stomach, or beneath the chin, where skin does not contract as much as you would like. truSculpt applies consistent heat that encourages new collagen production, which helps your skin feel firmer and look smoother.
Cellulite
Cellulite occurs when fat presses against tight connective tissue, creating a dimpled look on the thighs, buttocks, or even the abdomen. While it is not harmful, many people wish to treat it. truSculpt reduces the fat that may make cellulite more apparent, tones the skin to make dimpling less visible, and helps support circulation in the treated zones for smoother skin.
truSculpt Treatment Areas
- Abdomen and Flanks: These areas are a common location of stubborn fat for both men and women. The hands-free applicators are perfect for treating the abdomen and flanks.
- Thighs: The thighs can hold onto fat differently in the inner and outer regions, which makes them a challenging area to contour. truSculpt works well here because the handheld applicators can adapt to different shapes, reaching both soft inner tissue and denser outer tissue.
- Upper Arms: Loose skin and fat along the upper arms often appear after weight loss or with age. truSculpt can apply focused radiofrequency energy to improve firmness while also reducing bulk in the area.
- Back, Hips, and Lower Body Contours: Fat can settle in small pockets across the back or create bulges at the hips and lower body. By combining fat reduction with skin tightening, the treatment improves the overall shape of these regions.
- Chin and Neck: A double chin or loose skin along the neck can change the way the face looks in profile. truSculpt can target these smaller areas for a smoother contour under the chin and a firmer neckline without surgery.
What Are the Benefits of truSculpt?
Non-Invasive and No Downtime
One of the main advantages of truSculpt is that it does not involve surgery or incisions. You can return to your normal activities right after treatment without recovery days.
Suitable for Many Skin Types and BMIs
truSculpt works on a broad range of skin tones and body types, even for individuals who may not qualify for other fat reduction treatments. The technology adapts to different levels of fat thickness and skin density, so it can address both smaller and larger treatment areas.
High Efficiency and Speed
Sessions are usually shorter compared to other body treatments because the applicators cover a large area in one pass. The hands-free device allows us to treat multiple zones at the same time, which can save you time in the chair. You can schedule a treatment during the day and get back to work or errands soon after.
Permanent Reduction of Fat Cells
Once the targeted fat cells absorb the energy and break down, they do not return. Your body eliminates them naturally, and you cannot regenerate those same cells. While you can still gain weight if you do not maintain a healthy lifestyle, the fat cells that were treated are permanently reduced.
Mild Skin Tightening and Cellulite Improvement
The radiofrequency energy not only addresses fat but also stimulates collagen in the skin. It even contracts existing collagen for an almost immediate skin-tightening effect. This process can give the skin a firmer, smoother appearance while reducing uneven texture from cellulite.
Comfortable and Gentle
The applicators maintain steady heat while monitoring skin temperature in real time, so you feel warmth without discomfort. Some people compare the sensation to a hot stone massage, which makes the treatment easy to tolerate. When combined with its fat-reducing and skin-smoothing effects, this comfort level makes truSculpt a practical choice for body contouring.
The truSculpt Treatment Process
Getting Ready for Your Treatment
Preparation for truSculpt is simple and does not require much from you. We usually recommend staying well hydrated before your appointment, since hydration can support the body’s natural processes of clearing treated fat cells. You do not need anesthesia or numbing for this treatment because the radiofrequency energy remains comfortable throughout. It can help to wear loose clothing on the day of your session so the applicators can be placed more easily on the treatment area.
The Day of Your Treatment
When you arrive, we clean the skin and mark the areas where the applicators will be placed. The hands-free applicators are used for larger surfaces like the abdomen or flanks, while handheld applicators are better for smaller or more curved regions. You will feel a consistent warmth that builds gradually, and you can relax throughout the process. Let us know if you are uncomfortable at any time, and we can adjust the treatment.
What to Expect After Your Treatment
You can return to normal activities right away, including work, errands, or exercise. Some people notice redness or slight tenderness in the treated area, but this fades quickly. Results develop over the next few weeks as your body naturally processes and eliminates the treated fat cells. Skin improvements may also continue as collagen production increases, leading to firmer and smoother texture.
Who Is truSculpt For?
You may be a good candidate for truSculpt if you:
- Want body contouring without surgery or downtime
- Have a busy schedule and prefer treatments that fit easily into your day
- Are close to your ideal weight but still notice areas that do not change with diet or exercise
- Prefer gradual, natural-looking improvements rather than dramatic changes all at once
- Are willing to maintain your results through balanced eating and regular activity
- Do not want anesthesia, incisions, or long recovery times
truSculpt vs. Other Fat Reduction Methods
Surgical fat removal, such as liposuction, can create more dramatic changes but also requires anesthesia, downtime, and more. truSculpt does not involve incisions, and you can return to normal activities the same day. Liposuction can be a better option if you want a larger volume of fat removed at one time, while truSculpt is more suited for gradual improvements with less disruption to daily life.
Other non-surgical body sculpting devices exist, and the right one will depend on the results you want. Cooling methods can effectively reduce fat but may not address skin laxity in the same way. Muscle-stimulating devices can tone and strengthen muscles, but they do not eliminate fat cells directly, so they work differently from truSculpt. Each technology has its place, but the combination of fat reduction and skin improvement sets truSculpt apart.
A Few Common Questions About truSculpt
The number of treatments depends on the size of the area being treated and the amount of fat you would like reduced. Some people are happy with their results after just one session, especially in smaller areas like the chin or arms, while others choose to schedule additional sessions for larger or more resistant areas such as the abdomen or thighs. Each treatment builds on the last, so choosing multiple sessions can create a more noticeable outcome. During your consultation, we review your goals in detail and give you a clearer sense of how many sessions may give you the results you want.
Side effects are typically very mild, especially when compared with surgical options. You might notice temporary redness, swelling, or warmth in the treated area that usually fades. Some people experience a light tenderness similar to what you feel after exercise, but this is short-lived and does not interrupt your routine.
truSculpting is not a weight loss treatment, and it does not replace healthy lifestyle habits. If you are looking for overall weight reduction, other approaches such as lifestyle changes or medical weight management are more appropriate. truSculpt works as a finishing touch to refine body shape and address areas that do not respond to your usual efforts.
Pricing can vary widely depending on the treatment area, the number of sessions required, and whether you choose to address multiple areas during the same visit. Because each body and set of goals is different, we provide individualized cost estimates during your consultation so you know exactly what to expect.
Learning More About Our Treatments in Burr Ridge
At Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, we offer a wide range of surgical and non-surgical options to refine and enhance your natural features. Dr. Tripti “Dolly” Burt and Dr. Neena Will bring expertise in both plastic and facial plastic surgery, along with a full spectrum of medspa treatments. Whether you are considering truSculpt in Burr Ridge or exploring other options such as facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, or advanced skin care, we can guide you toward the treatment that best fits your goals.
Reduce Unwanted Fat and Tighten Skin With truSculpt Treatments in Burr Ridge, IL
truSculpt offers a way to reduce stubborn fat and improve skin texture without surgery or downtime. At Burt & Will Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, we provide this treatment to patients in Burr Ridge, IL, and surrounding areas, including Hodgkins, Willowbrook, Darien, Palisades, Hinsdale, Bridgeview, Oak Brook, and Downers Grove. If you would like to learn more or schedule an appointment, call us at (815) 267-0231 or contact us through our online form.