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Spa-Like Treatments, Noticeable Results
The right curves and contours can turn heads and raise eyebrows. Unfortunately, many of us also have cellulite — those extra dimples when we wear our short shorts, for instance. The appearance of cellulite can be uneven and unsightly.

Thanks to VASER Shape, there's a non-surgical solution to smooth and shape your body. By temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite, each VASER Shape treatment gets you closer to the smooth body you want.

VASER Shape uses ultrasound and massage therapy treatments to warm the targeted problem area and treat the underlying fatty tissue. It even promotes the metabolism and drainage of excess toxins and fats.


The Perfect Companion to VASER Lipo®
VASER Shape is often recommended in conjunction with VASER Lipo (or any other body sculpting treatment) to:

  • Reduce post-operative pain and swelling
  • Promote faster recovery (by improving local circulation)
  • Shape and smooth treated areas

Patients typically see better results week-over-week when receiving VASER Shape treatments than when receiving liposuction alone.


 
How It Works - The Science Behind the Art
VASER® Shape achieves noticeable results without surgery. The key? Combined ultrasound and massage therapy that treats fatty tissue underneath the skin.

 
What Is Ultrasound Diathermy?
Ultrasound diathermy uses high frequency sound waves to generate localized heat beneath the surface of the skin. VASER Shape achieves this effect with a special handpiece that delivers two overlapping beams of ultrasound energy.

By moving the handpiece over a patient's body, a physician can treat the tissue layer that is one to five centimeters below the surface of the skin.

Heat produced by ultrasound diathermy creates a "micromassage" effect on the fat cells. By warming the connective tissue, redistributing fat and encouraging blood circulation, VASER Shape temporarily reduces the appearance of cellulite to slim and smooth your body shape.

Zonal Lymphatic Massage
The body's lymphatic system helps to remove toxins, excess fluids and waste from the body. It does this by moving unwanted waste particles through the lymph nodes to the blood stream, where these substances can be filtered out of the body.

Zonal massage stimulates the lymphatic system to drain away excess toxins and fats. Used in concert with ultrasound diathermy, zonal massage can help your body drain and metabolize unwanted fluids from targeted problem areas.
 
The lymphatic system helps to filter toxins and bacteria in the body.





Ultrasound diathermy warms the targeted area and treats the underlying fatty tissue





Zonal massage helps to increase local blood circulation, open the lymph nodes and stimulate the flow of lymphatic fluid throughout the body.
 

 
Answers to Common Questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions concerning VASER Shape treatments.

What is VASER® Shape? How does it differ from other non-invasive treatments?
VASER Shape is a non-invasive ultrasound and massage therapy treatment that smoothes, firms and shapes the body. VASER Shape temporarily reduces the appearance of cellulite, and increases local blood circulation and lymphatic drainage.

The treatment uses ultrasound waves to warm the targeted problem area and treat the underlying fatty tissue. It then uses zonal lymphatic massage to drain away excess toxins and lipids for removal from the body.

Unlike other non-invasive body shaping procedures, VASER Shape is a comfortable massage-like treatment that only requires three to five sessions for noticeable results.

What does non-invasive mean?
Non-invasive means no cuts, no incisions, and no surgery. VASER Shape is a non-invasive, non-surgical technique.

Non-invasive treatments typically have little-to-no recovery period and few side effects. Results with non-invasive treatments are typically less dramatic than that achieved with minimally invasive techniques, like VASER Lipo®.

How does VASER Shape work?
VASER Shape uses high-frequency sound waves for local heat therapy and zonal massage to drain away excess toxins and fats. Heat therapy warms the treatment area and creates a "micromassage" effect on the fat cells. Zonal massage works with the lymphatic system to drain away excess toxins and fats, and increase local blood circulation.

Together, these two processes:
  • Smooth and shape the body by temporarily reducing the appearance of cellulite
  • Improve local blood circulation, and
  • Reduce pain and swelling that can occur after liposuction.

What body areas can be treated with VASER Shape?
VASER Shape can be used to treat the following areas:

  • Abdomen
  • Back
  • Arms
  • Love handles
  • Hips
  • Buttocks
  • Thighs

What kinds of results can I expect?
You can expect a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite. Areas treated with VASER Shape appear more smooth and "natural-looking" than before the treatment.
Where is VASER Shape performed?

VASER Shape is typically performed in an office setting by a physician or other trained practitioner. VASER Shape does not require anesthesia of any kind.

How soon will I see my results?
While you may see results after the first treatment, patients typically see the most visible results after a regimen of three to five sessions.

Is there a recovery period?
No. Following the procedure, you can resume normal activity without pain or downtime. Your skin may appear slightly pink and feel warm after the procedure due to the increased local blood circulation in the area. This should resolve itself within a few hours after the treatment.

Is VASER Shape right for me?
Although VASER Shape is recommended for a wide range of patients, you should be realistic about the kinds of results you expect from the treatment. We recommend consulting with a physician to make sure VASER Shape is right for you.

How much does the treatment cost?
VASER Shape requires special equipment and administration by a trained practitioner. The total cost of your procedure will vary depending upon the number of body areas treated and the total number of sessions required to achieve your desired results.

 

 
Accent Your Body
The Comfortable Way to Tone and Tighten your Skin
Fast. Easy. Worry-Free. Tighter, smoother skin. Rejuvenated skin firmness with the toned look of youth. A more beautiful you is possible through Accent Your Body Dual-layer Thermotherapy.
This revolutionary skin reshaping regimen uses advanced radio frequency (RF) technology to treat wrinkles non-invasively. Multiple clinical studies and thousands of satisfied patients have proven the Accent Your Body treatment's effectiveness in tightening loose skin, promoting healthy collagen production and improving body contours. Compared to other skin treatment systems, you'll see noticeable results faster.

 
  Ever wonder how you would look with some slightly different curves?

Use this dynamic visualization tool to see how  Dual-layer Thermotherapy can help you achieve the look you want.

Work with the example photo in the visualizer or upload your own photo for a real-life simulation of the new you!



From lotions and creams to high-tech devices and medical procedures, it seems like there are millions of so-called solutions to younger-looking skin. Every new development that comes along claims to be an earth-shattering breakthrough, but of course they're mostly just gimmicks with minimal results. Read the FAQ below to learn more about this breakthrough technology.

 
Before   After

Traditionally, body shaping has been perfomed by liposuction, also known as liposculpture, tumescent liposucution, ultrasound assisted liposuction, vibratory assisted liposuction. All of these procedures can be performed safely to remove disproportionate fat from the subcutaneous regions of the body such as the abdomen, hips, waist, flanks, arms, buttocks, chest, and knees. Liposuction is performed under a variety of anesthesia levels ranging from local anesthesia using the Tumescent Technique to combinations using Intravenous sedation to complete anesthesia, known as General Anesthesia.

Now a Non-Invasive technique of Body Shaping is evolving with more advanced technologies using ultrasound, laser energy, radiofrequency energy, and mechanical massage. A number of new devices such as VELASMOOTH, BODY by THERMAGE, ACCENT Radiofrequency, ULTRASHAPE, TRIACTIVE, ENDERMOLOGIE, ALUMA, and others are being studied and refined. At Premier Plastic Surgery, Dr. Newman and his team of doctors, nurses and aestheticians are putting these technologies to work to improve cellulite, body shape, skin firming both for patients undergoing liposuction as well as patients who want a completely non surgical treatment.

Currently, Dr Newman And His Team are focusing on the proven technology of volumetric tissue tightening developed at THERMAGE and combining this with laser energy and other modalities to enhance results. If you feel your body is in need of some RE-SHAPING with or without liposculpture, you may want to schedule a personal consultation to see what your options are. Dr. Newman also works with the top personal trainers in the San Francisco Bay Area and combine their professional services to help patients achieve their goals.

   
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RE-DEFINE YOUR SHAPE
A New Body Shaping Therapy

 
Advanced Technolgy
A new radiofrequency system is being brought to the San Francisco Bay Area by Dr. Newman to tighten skin, reduce cellulite and smooth skin on the waist, legs, buttocks and arms. Up to 2 inches can be reduced off of ones’ waist area with the complete Body Shaping Therapy program.

A Non-Invasive
Therapy
This treatment can create a dramatic change without the need for liposuction. A unique heating current is passed up to one inch below the surface of the skin without anesthesia to promote local circulation, fibrous tissue breakdown, and the breakdown of fat cells. A series of five treatments are performed at monthly intervals with no downtime and minimal discomfort. Our staff can answer your questions regarding this new treatment. For a limited time we are offering a $250 price reduction in the Body Shaping Therapy package for those patients who allow their new shapes to be shown off in some of our educational materials.


 

Accent Your Body - Frequently Asked Questions
 
  Q.  What It's For?
  Q.  How does it work?
  Q.  On what parts of the body can Accent be used?
  Q.  What is an Accent Your Body treatment like?
  Q.  Is Accent Your Body safe?
  Q.  When should I see results?
  Q.  Does it hurt?
  Q.  How does RF work?
  Q.  How specifically does the Accent Your Body system work?

 

 

Q.  What It's For?

A.  Wouldn't you like to turn back the clock and regain the fresh, youthful skin of a carefree teenager? Sure, we all would. But until science develops a real-life fountain of youth or time-travel technology, Accent Your Body offers the next best thing.
 

 

 

Q.  How does it work?

A.  Dual-layer RF Thermotherapy stimulates the production of new collagen and improves skin surface texture. Treatments with the Accent system are quick and do not require anesthesia or a prolonged recovery time. Patients can resume their normal activities immediately. Best of all, Dual-layer RF Thermotherapy provides steady improvement with excellent, long-term skin tightening results.
 

 

 

Q.  On what parts of the body can Accent be used? 

A.  Dual-layer RF Thermotherapy Accent Your Body treatments can be performed to treat loose, wrinkled skin anywhere on the body. The procedure is frequently used to treat the thin, loose and crepe-like skin often found on the aging face, neck and under the upper arms. It is also excellent for firming skin on the post-surgical or postnatal abdomen, chest, thighs or breasts.
 

 

 

Q.  What is an Accent Your Body treatment like?

A.  During the procedure, your doctor will use the Accent system to precisely heat the tissue just within your skin's inner layer (dermis). Depending on the size of the treated area, a treatment may take up to 45 minutes.

Following each treatment, you can immediately resume all routine activities. You may notice a slight redness, which should disappear in less than 24 hours. Generally, no more than three to five treatments at two weeks intervals will be required.
 

 

  

Q.  Is Accent Your Body safe?

A.  Absolutely. Incorporating advanced safety precautions, Accent directs proven RF energy to precisely the areas of your skin that you wish to improve. Thousands of patients have been treated safely and successfully worldwide using the Accent system.
 

 

  

Q.  When should I see results?
A.  Dual-layer RF Thermotherapy causes the deep structures of your skin to tighten right away; results are immediately visible. With time, new collagen develops, further tightening your skin and yielding even more beautiful, natural looking and firmer skin. While just one or two treatments can produce good results, your doctor may recommend follow-up procedures to best maintain and improve your body's youthful appearance.
 

 

  

Q.  Does it hurt?

A.  While pain tolerance is subjective, most people tolerate Dual-layer RF Thermotherapy well, and have little or no discomfort. Patients often describe the sensation as a "warm massage." The risk of significant side effects is extremely low.
 

 

  

Q.  How does RF work?

A.  During treatment, your doctor will precisely heat an area of the inner layer of your skin (dermis) using radio frequency technology. As the dermis is heated, a natural reaction occurs that promotes the creation of new collagen. The result: a return to the smooth, shapely and elastic skin of your youth.
 

 

  

Q.  How specifically does the Accent Your Body system work?

A.  Accent Your Body is a new alternative in skin treatment based upon Dual-layer RF (radio frequency) Thermotherapy. The Accent system is the only system on the market using two individual types of radio frequency technology: Unipolar and Bipolar. This unique dual radio frequency technology provides controlled volumetric tissue heating to two distinct depths of tissue.

Basically, the Bipolar module focuses on the surface layer of the skin, while the Unipolar module penetrates further for deep dermal thermotherapy. The Bipolar treatment is well suited for areas where the skin is thinner and more delicate, such as the face, helping to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. The Unipolar treatment generates alternating electromagnetic fields that cause friction and heating in the deeper tissues, which leads to improvements in overall shaping and firmness. Taken together, these dual-layer treatments can create dramatic change without the need for invasive surgery.
 

Please contact us for additional information about this exciting new procedure!

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