Body Contouring is the process of sculpting the body to give you a slimmer, more toned and streamlined appearance. It is a cosmetic procedure that is often done in conjunction with a weight loss program to achieve optimal results and enhance your self-esteem.

Using a variety of technologies, body contouring nonsurgical body contouring techniques can eliminate stubborn pockets of fat and treat cellulite by targeting skin tissue. Common non-invasive body sculpting devices include Thermage FLX(r), Velashape, CoolSculpting, and Kybella.

When performed by an experienced board-certified dermatologist, these procedures offer patients consistent and long-lasting results without surgery or downtime.

A body contouring consultation is the first step to determining which treatments are right for you. At Garden Plastic Surgery MedAesthetics in New York, our expert dermatologists will discuss your medical history and current aesthetic goals with you to determine the best nonsurgical treatment options for your needs.

Your doctor will then perform a physical exam to identify your areas of concern and provide you with treatment recommendations. You may want to undergo a combination of body contouring methods such as lipolysis, skin excision and Sculptra injections, or you might need a more extensive body lift or other surgical procedure.

You should be at or close to your ideal body weight before you schedule a body contouring procedure. This will improve the quality of your results and reduce the risk of complications from your procedure.

The best results from non-surgical body sculpting procedures are achieved when you follow a healthy diet and exercise routine. It is also important to maintain the results of your treatment by maintaining a diet and exercise routine in the long-term.