Aqualyx injection is basically an aqueous compound solution of deoxycholic acid which is used to reduce excess localized fat deposits beneath the skin that don’t go away with exercise and restricted diet. This treatment is also called Aqualysis or Aquaplasty and is used to improve the contours of body by breaking down excess fat. Aqualyx injections are suitable for both men and women.
Results
The Aqualyx solution starts breaking down the fat, the moment it is injected into the body. However, it will take some time before you can experience final results. The fat cells are permanently eliminated but you may gain weight and more fat if you don’t maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Aqualyx injections can be made on various body areas to remove the fat deposits. These areas include;
- Chin
- Neck
- Arms
- Stomach
- Back
- Hips
- Waistline
- Buttocks
- Outer and inner thighs
- Knees
It is a safe and simple procedure but it should only be performed by an expert medical aesthetician. A local anesthetic is administered to make the procedure comfortable for you. The treatment area is marked where injections are supposed to be made. A specifically designed cannula with a very fine needle is used. Usually, two injections are made on two sites but it may vary depending on the treatment area. These injections work to melt the fat which is then removed through the urinary system. You will be required to undergo multiple sessions of Aqualyx injections with a gap of two or more weeks.
An Aqualyx treatment does not require significant downtime.
- You can go home right after the treatment, no stay is required.
- The treatment area will mildly be swollen and bruised.
- You might feel tightness in the treated skin area.
You should know about the risks linked to the procedure before getting it. In this way, you will be able to figure out your recovery plan. Following is a list of the complications that you may face as a result of getting this treatment. However, you don’t have to worry because they are temporary.
- Swelling
- Numbness
- Discomfort
- Bruising
- Prolonged pain or discomfort
The treatment is pretty simple but you are given few instructions to follow after the treatment procedure by your doctor or surgeon. These aftercare instructions include;
- You will be asked to avoid strenuous exercises for a week.
- You should wear a compression garment as it helps in minimizing swelling.
- You should avoid blood thinning and anti-inflammation medications for a week after the surgery
- You should avoid excessive exposure of the treated area to the sun.
- You must talk to your doctor if you feel anything strange which was not discussed in the initial consultation.