Frequently Asked Questions

• Wondering how it actually works?

A device that emits radio frequency waves, as well as heat, is held about an inch or so above the targeted area of skin. The waves that are released by the device target fat cells and heat them up to around 120 degrees, causing a significant amount of damage to the cells. This then results in cell death, which is also known as apoptosis. The amount of energy that is directed towards your fat cells does vary… The BTL Vanquish device is sophisticated enough to monitor your fat tissues while treating them. It then adjusts its energy output based on this.

• How long does it take for the fat cells to die?

This depends on the individual cells. Some cells will die immediately after being heated up, while others can take a few weeks.

• So, what happens to the fat cells once they die?

Your lymphatic system will filter these away, passing them through to your liver after which they will be eliminated from the body through urine.

• Do the fat cells ever come back?

In most cases, no. Fat cells do not usually regenerate. Although they can swell up or shrink down depending on weight fluctuations, the number of cells themselves don’t change. This means that once you destroy your fat cells with BTL Vanquish, the results are usually permanent.

• Wondering what the procedure actually feels like?

Well, with BTL Vanquish, the heat being emitted from the device onto the skin results in quite a pleasant, warming sensation. Many patients equate this feeling to that of having a heat pad placed onto their skin.

• How long does each BTL Vanquish treatment take?

This depends on the area you are treating, for example an  abdomen can take up to 45 minutes, while thighs can take up to 30 minutes per session.

• How many sessions are needed to achieve results?

This all depends on your personal goals, however, most results are acheived with 6-8 sessions. This is something you would want to discuss in your initial consultation.