Fat dissolving therapy is a non-surgical treatment designed to reduce stubborn pockets of fat and improve facial or body contour.
At Rethink Aesthetics in Manhasset, fat dissolving injections help break down unwanted fat cells so the body can naturally eliminate them over time.
This treatment is commonly used to improve areas that may not respond easily to diet and exercise, such as the double chin or small localized fat deposits.
By targeting and dissolving fat cells beneath the skin, this treatment can help create a more sculpted and defined appearance without surgery or downtime.
Fat dissolving injections can be used to treat small areas of stubborn fat such as:
Most patients benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart to achieve optimal results.
Your provider will evaluate the treatment area and recommend a customized treatment plan.
Fat dissolving treatments typically take 20–30 minutes.
During the procedure:
The treatment area will be evaluated and marked.
A series of small injections will be placed into the targeted fat deposits.
The solution works to break down fat cells beneath the skin.
Once the fat cells are broken down, the body gradually processes and eliminates them through natural metabolic processes.
Results appear gradually as the treated area becomes more contoured.
Fat dissolving injections involve minimal downtime, though temporary swelling in the treated area is common.
After treatment, we recommend:
Some swelling, redness, or mild tenderness may occur and typically resolves within several days.
Results continue to improve over several weeks as the body processes the treated fat cells.
Fat dissolving injections provide several benefits including:
These treatments are ideal for patients seeking subtle contour improvements without surgery.
Most patients require 2–4 treatment sessions depending on the treatment area and amount of fat being addressed.
Results develop gradually as the body processes the treated fat cells, typically over several weeks.
Yes. Once fat cells are destroyed and removed by the body, they do not return. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle helps preserve results.
There is minimal downtime, though swelling may occur for several days depending on the treatment area.
Most patients experience mild discomfort during injections, which typically resolves quickly.
Yes. Rethink Aesthetics offers free skin consultations to help determine the best treatments for your goals.
