Rather than respond to the individual questions, I am copying some of the questions into this post, and addressing all the questions that they raise.
What is the difference between what Sona offers and what Fig offers? I found Fig to be a little out of my budget. Do you know if Sona is lower in cost?
Answer: As you are probably aware, FIG closed their doors somewhere in December 2007, so this question probably does not apply any more. I do not know how FIG priced their services, so I could not comment on the relative pricing either.
Posted by: Heather | November 15, 2007 at 11:21 AM
Will it get rid of the double chin fat?
Answer: Lipotherapy can be used on the “double chin”. See the “before” and “after” picture that I am including.
Posted by: chris | November 16, 2007 at 01:02 PM
Are there any long term effects?
Answer: The American Society of Nonsurgical Aesthetics started trials in 2001, and published a report in 2004. Here is a brief extract from that report, indicating that currently there are no known long-term effects of Lipotherapy, but that more data (and time) is necessary to study this relatively new procedure.
“In aesthetic medicine - and especially in the surgical field - there are therapies that present a much greater risk to patients than what is theoretically possible with LipoDissolve injections. As example of this, I would merely refer to the figures available on the number of serious incidents following liposuction and the frequently unsatisfactory aesthetic results from cosmetic surgery. Recent reported data published in Austria claim that 1/10 of all liposuction procedures either result in surgical deformities or patient discontentment, the figure being far higher than what had been expected. LipoDissolve can eliminate many risks apart from deformities resulting from surgery; to compare the risks facing older patients, side effects from surgery requiring general anesthesia can involve a distinct loss of cognitive functions affecting the patients everyday life and living. More recent studies indicate that we cannot fully exclude the possibility that alteration in mental functions can occur even in younger people who undergo any form of surgery that require anesthesia.
From these reports and taking in consideration the many risks associated with surgery, it is surprising that LipoDissolve injections has been the target of much faulty criticism instead of being accepted with an open but scientific curiosity. Our safety reports have been very positive and we lack data of immediate adverse side-effects even in several thousand cases of clinical use - although we naturally wish for more advanced studies, and long term studies to give more thorough reports.”
Posted by: lenzie | December 03, 2007 at 04:06 PM
I would like to know the pricing for mainly the stomach area.
Answer:
Let me address the issue of price, as it frequently comes up as a question.
I am aware that there are providers that would quote a price, as if the Lipotherapy procedure is a pre-packaged product. Sōna MedSpa takes a different approach. You have to come in for a consultation so that a consultant can assess your body type, determine your Body Mass Index (BMI) and the amount of fat to be removed, and whether you are indeed a candidate for Lipotherapy. Only at that point will the consultant be able to customize and price a treatment package for you.
Your consultation will not take long – This is the most important step in the Lipotherapy process. During your free consultation an experienced consultant will personally cover:
- What you can expect
- How Lipotherapy works
- The affordability of Sōna MedSpa
Posted by: Julia | December 10, 2007 at 11:48 AM
I have lost some weight.
I have about 3 to 4 inches of excess skin around my stomach area.
I have about 1 to 2 inches of excess skin around my upper thigh area.
I would like my butt area tighter also.
I would like to know the pricing.
Answer: See the response to the previous post/question, addressing the issue of price.
Posted by: Lynette H.Gillard | February 07, 2008 at 12:08 PM
How much would it cost to get rid of my belly and inner and outer thighs? and can a 14 year old get this procedure? –heather
Answer: It is not recommended doing Lipotherapy on a 14 year old person. At that age, the body is still undergoing significant change, and much of the results achieved with Lipotherapy may end up being undone as the body matures.
As for the cost of Lipotherapy, see the previous post on the cost of Lipotherapyabove.
Posted by: heather | February 26, 2008 at 04:58 PM
Very interested in learning more about Lipodissolve. I'm active (walk 10-15 miles per week) and eat healthy, however at age 47 I'm having fatty trouble spots appear especially my tummy! And I'd like to know if these treatments work on the neck area and puffy eyes. I'm currently a laser hair removal client and am happy with the results so far.
Thanks!
Answer: At age 47 you still have your best years ahead!
Lipotherapy is effectively used in the double chin area (See the “before” and “after” picture included above). It is difficult to say whether it would work on the neck – even our understanding of these areas may be different…and another good example why it is important to go in to Sōna for a free consultation. As for the puffy areas around the eyes – this does not sound like a typical Lipotherapy application, but there are a number of other treatment alternatives that Sōna has for treating the skin, smoothing and rejuvenating the skin, skin tightening, etc – well worth a visit to the MedSpa.
Posted by: sherrill bland | March 05, 2008 at 01:01 PM
Is there a price RANGE you might be able to disclose. no matter how wide a range. or post a brochure to give us an idea
Answer: Please see the previous post addressing the issue of pricing, and why Sōna MedSpa does not take a one-size-fits-all approach. The consultation referred to is free and without any commitment. All you have to lose are inches…!
Posted by: Monica | March 13, 2008 at 08:04 PM
I am interested in lipodissolve for my stomach and maybe thigh areas. i am 5'2, 110 lbs, and carry a little extra chub that i want to remove. how much will lipodissove cost (payment plan/total cost of everything)and how long will it take?
Answer: As for the cost of Lipotherapy, see the previous posts on the cost of Lipotherapy above.
The Lipotherapy treatment is dependent on the number of areas that are to be treated, as the body acts as a natural regulator on the process – as is to be expected, the more areas you decide to do, the longer the process will take. Typically, for a single area, the process would take about 16 weeks to complete.
Posted by: Shannon | April 03, 2008 at 11:49 AM
