What Are LOVE HANDLES?
At Advanced Aesthetics, we understand that love handles can be a persistent concern for many, subtly affecting confidence and comfort in one's own skin.
The excess fat deposits sitting just above the hips and abdomen are more than just a wardrobe concern — they're a common cosmetic frustration for individuals striving for a contoured, balanced physique.
The causes of love handles are varied, but they boil down to a combination of factors, including genetics, diet, lifestyle, and hormonal balances.
Due to their nature, these stubborn fat deposits are often resistant to even the most rigorous diet and exercise routines. Factors contributing to their development include:
- Genetic predisposition: Like many aspects of our body shape, genetics play a significant role in where we store fat.
- Dietary habits: High-calorie intake, especially foods rich in sugars and fats, can contribute to fat accumulation around the waist.
- Lifestyle factors: Sedentary lifestyles can increase fat storage, including around the hips and abdomen.
- Hormonal changes: Fluctuations in hormones, particularly with aging, can affect how and where the body stores fat.
Treatments for Love Handles in Oklahoma City
At Advanced Aesthetics, you’ll find the most effective, innovative solutions to address love handles, ensuring you can confidently get the silhouette you desire. Our treatments include CoolSculpting Elite, EmSculpt Neo, and semaglutide therapy.
CoolSculpting Elite
CoolSculpting is a groundbreaking fat-freezing technology that gives you a non-surgical solution to reducing stubborn fat.
It's particularly effective for love handles, targeting and cooling unwanted fat cells in the selected area to induce a natural removal process that gradually reduces the thickness of the fat layer.
With the new CoolSculpting Elite, you’ll see up to 25% more fat reduction than with traditional CoolSculpting treatments. The versatile handpieces allow us to tailor the fit of your treatment to your unique body. You’ll also enjoy gentler application, quicker treatment times, and overall better results!
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EmSculpt Neo®
EmSculpt Neo® is here to help you love your body at any stage of life. As the first non-surgical device developed to burn fat and build muscle, this aesthetic procedure can reshape and improve the appearance of your body, giving you results you’ll love.
EmSculpt Neo® works a high-intensity electromagnetic therapy procedure that enlarges your current muscles and grows new ones. This innovative technology is FDA-approved to treat your flanks, abdominals, arms, buttocks, calves, and thighs. It also uses synchronized radio frequency to burn fat and tighten skin.
We’ll place this device on the area you want to improve. EmSculpt Neo® vibrates, causing thousands of muscle contractions, helping enhance the tone and strength of your muscles. In fact, EmSculpt Neo reduces fat in the targeted area by 30% and increases muscle in the same area by 25%.
Semaglutide
Semaglutide is a type of medicine that reduces glucose levels and the chance of cardiovascular issues. It stimulates the release of more insulin, which is advantageous for people with diabetes.
At higher doses (for weight loss), it affects brain regions and curbs appetite. Semaglutide, when combined with a diet and exercise, can help you adhere to a low-calorie diet, speeding up the weight reduction process.
What Is the Treatment Time for Minimizing Love Handles?
At Advanced Aesthetics, we know that understanding the timeline for treating love handles is crucial in setting realistic expectations and planning your transformation journey.
- CoolSculpting Elite sessions for love handles typically last about
Most clients start to see noticeable improvements as early as four to six weeks after their first treatment, with the most dramatic results appearing after 12 weeks post-procedure. Your body will continue to flush out fat cells for up to four to six months post-treatment.
Getting the best possible outcomes from your love handle treatment involves a partnership between you and our team. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, can enhance and prolong your results.
What Is the Price for Treating Love Handles?
The cost of treatments for love handles varies depending on several factors, including the size of the area being treated and the number of sessions needed to reach your desired results. At Advanced Aesthetics, we tailor our treatments to each individual's specific needs, which means pricing is also personalized.
For example, CoolSculpting Elite treatments for love handles may average $2,000 to $4,000. This range is a general estimate — your investment might be higher or lower based on your personalized treatment plan.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Elder will assess your situation, discuss your aesthetic goals, and provide a detailed quote tailored to your treatment plan.
What's Included in the Cost
When you choose Advanced Aesthetics for your love handles treatment, you're not just paying for the procedure itself. Your investment also includes:
- A comprehensive consultation with our experienced specialists to ensure CoolSculptingElite, EmSculpt Neo, or semaglutide is the right choice for you.
- A customized treatment plan designed to achieve the best possible results for your body type and goals.
- Follow-up care and support to monitor your progress and ensure your satisfaction with the results.
What Are the Side Effects of Love Handles Treatment?
CoolSculpting Elite, EmSculpt Neo, and semaglutide treatments are all FDA-cleared and have a strong track record of safety and efficacy. However, some clients may experience temporary side effects following their treatment, including:
- Redness, swelling, and bruising: These are the most common side effects, typically localized to the treatment area. They usually resolve on their own within a few days to a week.
- Tingling or numbness: You might notice a temporary tingling sensation or numbness in the treated area. This can last for a few weeks but should gradually diminish over time.
- Mild pain or discomfort: Some clients report mild pain or a sense of cramping during the first few days after treatment. This discomfort is generally temporary and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Love Handles Treatment?
Our love handles procedures are designed for individuals close to their ideal body weight but struggle with stubborn fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. Ideal candidates for this treatment share several common characteristics:
- You have specific areas of unwanted fat: Our tretments are particularly effective for targeting localized fat deposits such as love handles, belly fat, thigh fat, and under the chin.
- You're seeking a non-surgical option: If you're looking for a way to reduce fat without the downtime and risks associated with surgery, CoolSculpting, EmSculpt Neo, or semaglutide treatment could be the perfect fit.
- You have realistic expectations: While each of our love handles treatments can produce noticeable results, it's important to understand what each treatment can achieve. It's about sculpting the body, not significant weight loss.
- You're in good overall health: Ideal candidates are those without medical conditions that could affect the treatment's safety or results.