VelaShape is an advanced, non-surgical body contouring procedure meant to restore a more youthful, attractive body shape without the involvement of any incisions, cuts, or injections.

Dr. Q Medical Spa offers the latest and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures, including VelaShape. The spa follows best practices and the highest quality standards to offer individualized VelaShape treatments to women as well as men.

Dr. Q Med Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q), provides VelaShape treatment to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding communities.

 

Benefits of VelaShape III for Fat Removal and Cellulite Reduction

This innovative, non-surgical technology harnesses the power of bi-polar radio frequency (RF), vacuum tissue manipulation, infrared (IR) technology, and mechanical tissue manipulations to create dramatic body sculpting outcomes as proven by multiple clinical trials over 3.5 million independent procedures.

The VelaShape III offers the following improvements upon body shaping systems of the past:

• Reducing the overall treatment time
• Creating uniform, reproducible outcomes
• Enabling more targeted fat reduction

At the time of a comfortable, individualized VelaShape III treatment, the temperature of the fatty tissue is raised accurately to the most appropriate treatment depths (up to 3mm and 15mm). This warming effect serves the following purposes:

• Increase lymphatic drainage, circulation, and cellular metabolism

• Smooth and firm the texture of the skin
• Enhance collagen production
• Reduce skin laxity (sagging, looseness)
• Decrease the circumference and volume of the treated area by at least 2 cm, after only three treatment sessions
• Minimize cellulite appearance

The VelaShape III body contouring procedure is safe and effective for use on all types of skin. A majority of patients find the experience to be entirely painless.

In fact, many patients report that the treatment feels similar to a warm, deep tissue massage. The patient may return to their normal activities right after their VelaShape III session, and will not need any post-treatment downtime.

 

How does VelaShape Work?

VelaShape treatment is based on the advanced elos combination of Bi-Polar Radiofrequency (RF), infrared light energy, and vacuum and mechanical massage. This blend can deliver comprehensive fat reduction results in precise areas of the body.

RF energy produces controlled heat that is delivered in a targeted way to the undesirable fat cells. Vacuum and uniquely designed rollers are used to perform the mechanical massage.

Circumferential reduction occurs, and the site will be reshaped in a manner that appears completely natural. Only a trained and experienced VelaShape treatment provider should administer this treatment at a reputable med spa.

 

Outcomes

VelaShape does not involve any downtime or discomfort and generates sustainable outcomes. According to various clinical studies, a minimum of 85 percent of the treated sites experienced a circumferential thigh reduction of 1 cm to 7.2 cm. These results are highly significant considering that VelaShape is a non-invasive procedure.

VelaShape is an FDA cleared and virtually painless treatment for body contouring and cellulite reduction. A majority of patients can expect to accomplish a toned and well-sculpted physique with as few as four treatment sittings.

The outcome of the treatment will establish slowly, and most patients will experience visible results throughout the course of the treatment.

 

Highlights of VelaShape

VelaShape has a proprietary elos technology which delivers optimal outcomes for the treatment of the skin’s surface and deeper tissue as well. The treatment is ideal for patients who seek body contouring in a non-surgical manner.

Dr. Q Med Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for VelaShape treatment. For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.

Botox is presently the topmost facial anti-aging injectable treatment in the country. It helps mitigate fine lines and wrinkles from particular areas of the face.

Botox is an effective solution for people who want to address signs of facial aging in a non-surgical procedure.

But the main difference between cosmetic surgery and Botox is that results from cosmetic surgery are sustainable and even permanent in cases while Botox outcomes are temporary.

 

Transparency

The patient can undergo touch-up Botox procedure under the doctor’s supervision to increase the longevity of the outcomes. At the time of the pre-treatment consultation, the injection provider will inform the patient on the longevity of Botox results to help them make the right choice.

Dr. Q Med Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q), provides Botox to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding locations.

 

Sustainability of Botox Injections

Botox outcomes will last between three to four months if the individual is undergoing the procedure for the first time. Botulinum toxin type A is the active ingredient in Botox.

It is a powerful biological agent. But its potency reduces over time, which causes the treated muscle to regain movement after a few months. When the muscle becomes active, wrinkles and fine lines in the treated areas will reappear.

Botox results can last for longer if the patient receives multiple Botox treatments over an extended period administered by a skilled injection provider.

Repetitive Botox treatments train the underlying dynamic muscles of the face to stay relaxed, which will cause the aging-related fine lines and wrinkles to become less visible along with increasing the longevity of Botox outcomes.

People who receive regular Botox treatments will need progressively fewer treatments, which implies that the treatments will be spaced wider apart.

 

Variable Longevity

The longevity of Botox results can vary between patients. People with more robust facial muscle usually have deeper frown lines.

In such people, the botulinum toxin limits the movement of the muscle causing the formation of the wrinkle. But the motion of the muscle will be restored sooner due to the strength of the underlying muscle.

On the other hand, people who have weaker facial muscles may be able to sustain Botox results for a comparatively extended duration. Men typically have stronger facial muscles. For this reason, the outcomes may sustain for a shorter period in men compared to women.

 

Repeat Treatments

If the patient wants to undergo repetitive Botox treatments, they must monitor when the underlying facial muscle seems to regain its normal movement level.

In addition, they can also visit the injection provider for assessment at regular intervals. The patient should honestly reveal to the provider when the last received Botox injections.

The treatments should be spaced apart as recommended by the treatment provider. The amount of Botox gel administered during a treatment session will also affect the longevity of the outcomes.

Dr. Q Med Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for Botox injections. For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.

Data from the American Surgery of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) indicates that Botox is a top aesthetic procedure in the country today. Initially, Botox was approved by the FDA for the cosmetic reduction of frown lines in 2002.

 

Important Facts

Subsequently, in 2013 Botox received FDA approval for the cosmetic reduction of crow’s feet, which are lines that radiate outwards from the outer corners of the eye. The injection provider will inform the patient on various facets of Botox at the time of the pre-treatment consultation, including its approximate costs.

The first goal of a responsible provider will be to allow the patient to make a judicious decision about the procedure. Dr. Q Med Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q), provides Botox to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding communities.  

 

Cost Comparison

Botox may be more cost-effective compared to plastic surgery as well as various other non-surgical anti-aging procedures for the face. Botox is an in-office treatment that does not involve the use of sedation or anesthesia. The patient can resume their normal activities or work right after their Botox injectable procedure.

In comparison to anti-aging procedures involving ultrasound, RF, lasers, or even deep chemical peels, Botox may be more affordable. Other anti-aging treatments may involve multiple sessions. But the patient can receive the complete Botox treatment in a single session.

This procedure does not involve elements such as multiple sessions, anesthesia, and post-op expenses which allow it to be more cost-effective compared to other rejuvenation procedures for the face.

 

Cost Variation

Botox costs may differ slightly based on the extent of the treatment that a patient requires. Certain patients only need minimal treatment to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet around the eyes or address fine lines between the brows.

However, some patients may need Botox for non-label purposes such as reducing the lines around the mouth and nose and the treatment of lines in other facial areas. The costs may depend on the volume of Botox units necessary for a specific patient or the number of treatment sites involved.

 

Caution on Pricing

An alarming trend that has emerged in recent times is Botox parties and off-site Botox treatments. The low prices on offer appeal to patients. But patients should remember that Botox is a strong treatment.

The FDA advises patients to undergo injections only from a trained treatment provider to avoid the risks associated with botulinum toxin. Patients should understand and evaluate the credentials and background of the treatment provider before going ahead with their Botox procedure.

 

Insurance

While patient will likely not be eligible to receive insurance coverage for Botox, they should still discuss with their insurer before seeking Botox injectable treatment. Botox manufacturer, Allergan, Inc., provides free information on Botox insurance to patients over the phone.

In case the patient wants to undergo Botox along with other procedures, they may consider seeking a loan from professional medical care financing companies. Dr. Q Med Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for Botox injections.For more information on Plastic Surgery and Non-Surgical Medical Spa Procedures and Treatments in the Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and surrounding areas please contact the offices of Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) by clicking here or calling 760-324-2660.