VelaShape III is an advanced medical spa procedure that can improve body contours, reduce the appearance of cellulite, and enhance skin tone and texture.

The treatment is completely non-surgical, which makes it more affordable in comparison to various other invasive and non-invasive med spa procedures for body sculpting.

At the time of the pre-treatment consultation, the provider will explain various aspects of the VelaShape III med spa procedure to the patient, including its estimated costs. The patient should unhesitatingly ask questions about the costs of the procedure and financing options.

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

 

Cost Comparison with Surgery

For skin tightening and body contouring, body lift plastic surgery is an established procedure. But the costs of the surgery could deter many patients. As it is an elective procedure, the patient will not likely receive insurance coverage for it.

For this reason, patients should cautiously compare the costs of a skin tightening and cellulite reduction cosmetic surgery with a non-surgical medical spa procedure such as VelaShape III.

Surgery usually involves costs pertaining to the surgical venue, anesthesia, surgeon’s charges, and post-operative expenses such as prescription drugs, medical tests, surgical garments, and appointments at the surgeon’s office.

A non-surgical med spa procedure such as VelaShape III does not typically involve such costs and can be undertaken comfortably without the necessity for an anesthetic.  

In addition, VelaShape III is an in-office treatment. This avoids the costs associated with a surgical facility. It involves almost no recovery expenses, discomfort, or downtime.

 

Cost Factors

VelaShape III costs can vary between patients and practices. The average cost of living differs between two areas. Therefore, the location of the practice is an important factor in determining the cost of VelaShape III treatment.

Higher real estate and overhead costs affect the costs of various goods and services in the region, including the cost of cosmetic treatments such as VelaShape III.

Other factors such as the quality standards, equipment, and expertise of the staff at the medical spa will also affect the total costs of the procedure. It is important to choose a practice that uses the latest technologies and has well-trained staff.

In this decision, other considerations should be secondary. Procedures such as VelaShape III offer patients safe and predictable outcomes with proper care and customization of the treatments.

Some patients require treatment only in specific areas of the body such as the upper torso, thighs, buttocks, or abdomen while others may need treatment in multiple areas.

The treatment sessions usually range between one and three depending on the extent of correction necessary. This leads to differences in the cost of treatment between two patients.

 

Insurance and Financing

In most cases, VelaShape III is not medically necessary and is an elective procedure. Therefore, patients will likely not receive insurance coverage for this procedure. But patients may consider the various financing options to pay for the treatment in convenient monthly installments.  

Medical care finance companies offer quick loan approvals at low rates of interest and flexible payment terms for treatments such as VelaShape III. Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for skin tightening treatments. 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.

There are certain “problem areas” in the body that may refuse to shrink, lift, or tighten even with best efforts to lose weight and live in a healthy manner.

Body contouring treatments refer to specialized cosmetic services meant to target these problem areas (i.e., abdomen, flanks, buttocks, thighs, and arms).

Dr. Q Medical Spa, led by board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) provides skin tightening solutions to patients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding communities.

 

Who should Choose Non-Invasive Skin Tightening

Some of the proven and safe non-invasive med spa procedures will firm up and tighten the skin, and are especially helpful for patients seeking to:

• Remove stubborn fatty pockets
• Streamline the contours of the body
• Tone, tighten, or sculpt the skin
• Correct the appearance of drooping or sagging excess skin

There are various effective surgical body-contouring procedures, such as liposuction, abdominoplasty, and body lift, available to patients.

However, many patients are deterred by the cost, invasiveness, and downtime involved in such procedures. For these candidates, non-invasive skin tightening solutions could be an attractive option.

 

Cellulite Reduction with VelaShape III

A traditional body contouring surgery does not treat the problem of cellulite, which remains a common aesthetic concern among patients of all sizes and shapes.

Cellulite develops when subcutaneous fat cells, which are located just beneath the surface of the skin, expand and start to protrude in an upward direction. This leads to unappealing skin dimpling and the dreaded “orange peel” appearance of the skin.

Products that promise cellulite reduction and offer “miraculous” outcomes are almost always disappointing as these treatments are meant to function on at the superficial level. For a body contouring treatment to be truly effective, it must address the cellulite at its source, which is underneath the skin’s surface.

Dr. Suzanne Quardt is an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon who understands the science behind effective fat removal techniques. The Dr. Q Medical Spa facility is equipped with the VelaShape III workstation.

This advanced, non-surgical technology uses the power of bi-polar radio frequency (RF), infrared (IR) technology, vacuum tissue manipulation, and mechanical tissue manipulation. It has created dramatic body-sculpting outcomes in multiple clinical trials and more than 3.5 million independent procedures.

 

Benefits of VelaShape III

The VelaShape III system is an improvement on earlier body shaping protocols, and features the following:

• Reduces the overall treatment time
• Creates consistent, reproducible outcomes
• Enables more precise, targeted fat reduction

In the comfortable, individualized VelaShape III treatment, the temperature of the fatty tissue is accurately raised to the most effective treatment depths (up to 3 mm and 15 mm). This warming effect leads to the following:

• Enhanced lymphatic drainage, cellular metabolism, and circulation
• Taut and smooth skin texture
• Improved collagen production
• Reduction in skin laxity (sagging, looseness)
• Decrease in the circumference and volume of the targeted treatment area by a minimum of two cm  (after only three treatment session)
• Minimizes the appearance of cellulite

VelaShape III body contouring med spa treatments are safe and predictable for use on all types of skin. A majority of patients report that the experience is entirely painless.

Many patients report that the treatment feels similar to a warm, deep tissue massage. Patients can return to their routine activities right after their VelaShape III session, and will not need any post-treatment downtime.

The foundation of Dr. Q’s cosmetic practice is individualized care. Dr. Q offers top-notch service, attentiveness, and commitment to patient satisfaction at her med spa.

She provides patients with a wide range of customized non-invasive treatments, such as VelaShape III, to cater to their unique aesthetic goals and desires.

Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for skin tightening treatments. 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 the most popular non-surgical treatment to improve facial aging signs in the world. This injectable treatment has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of fine lines and wrinkles on the face in particular areas.

Botox can help rejuvenate the face and instantly create a noticeably younger appearance. In the hands of a skilled and qualified Botox provider, patients can expect safe and beautiful results.

Botox med spa treatment has a high safety profile, but new patients should still understand as much as possible about the potential risks and complications in order to make an enlightened decision.

The primary ingredient in Botox is botulinum toxin type A, which is a powerful biological agent that can lead to significant side-effects if delivered incorrectly.

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

 

Potential Side Effects

Botox can potentially cause the following side effects:

• Rash
• Allergic responses
• Muscle weakness
• Problems in swallowing
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Itching
• Headache
• Back or neck pain
• Muscle stiffness
• Shortness of breath
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain

The reactions at the injection site may include:

• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Pain
• Redness
• Inflammation
• Infection

Other side effects of Botox are as follows:

• Cough
• Fever
• Drowsiness
• Cold symptoms
• Problems in urinating
• Increased sweating in areas other than the underarms
• Dry mouth
• Sore throat
• Runny nose,
• Flu symptoms
• Respiratory infections
• Dizziness
• Tired feeling
• Anxiety
• Ringing in the ears
• Urinary tract infections
• Burning/painful urination

Inflammation of the cornea (keratitis), drooping of the eyelid (ptosis), itchy eyes, eye dryness, eye irritation, double vision, increase sensitivity to light, tearing, eyelid inflammation or swelling, or reduced blinking may occur when Botox is used in the treatment of blepharospasm.

 

Serious Risks

If Botox is injected improperly or in the incorrect dose, the following complications may occur:

• Crooked or twisted smile
• Muscle weakness in sites of the injections
• Cockeyed eyebrows
• Flu-like symptoms
• Unexplained tearing
• Vision problems
• Issues in swallowing or speaking
• Weak bladder control

 

Who Should Avoid Botox?

Determining the candidacy of a person is important for Botox injections to offer safe and effective outcomes. The treatment provider may ask individuals with the following conditions to avoid Botox use:

• Existing allergy to a Botox ingredient
• Faced complications due to Botox or a variant after a previous treatment
• Existence of untreated skin infection in the injection area
• Suffering from a disease that affects the muscles or nerves such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome.
• Experiencing chronic breathing problems or asthma
• Bleeding conditions
• Received surgery on the face recently
• Planning to undergo facial surgery
• Weak forehead muscles
• Inability to stop the use of NSAIDs and blood thinners for a short duration prior to the injectable procedure

The manufacturer of Botox, Allergan Inc., also asks pregnant and breastfeeding women to avoid receiving Botox injections.

 

Choose the Right Botox Provider

Upon achieving some insights into the Botox treatment, the patient should identify an advanced and highly-equipped med spa that specializes in administering Botox in a safe and effective manner.

A med spa operating under the guidance and supervision of an experienced doctor will usually offer patients top-notch quality standards and best practices as well as follow the latest safety protocols.

Dr. Q Medical Spa receives patients from Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and nearby areas for Botox anti-wrinkle 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.