Reducing unwanted fat cells now requires no surgery or downtime, thanks to an advanced technology known as SculpSure Laser Body Contouring. Essent Spa, serving patients in Philadelphia, Wayne, Bryn Mawr, and other nearby areas in Pennsylvania, is proud to offer SculpSure to those who wish to sculpt some of the most difficult areas of the body.
Sculpsure Body Contouring
Most of us have areas of bulge from fat that just refuses to disappear despite diet and exercise. Essent Spa is excited to offer you, SculpSure, the only FDA approved non-invasive laser to reduces this persistent fat. The procedure is not surgical, and requires no anesthesia. There is no recovery time and can even be done during a lunch break without anyone knowing! Unlike other body shaping available, there is no pain or numbness after the procedure. Relax and in the spa while enjoying a complimentary neck, shoulder and hand massage during your procedure and leave knowing you will truly look more like your younger, slimmer self. SculpSure helps you achieve the shape you want by reducing fat cells, helping to give you a slimmer, more sculpted look. Studies show up to a 24% reduction in fat in the treated area!
Many people incorrectly believe that weight loss and fat reduction are the same thing. Unfortunately, they’re not. When you lose weight, your fat cells just become smaller, but the number of fat cells remains unchanged. The fat cells just shrink in size. If you gain weight, those same fat cells become larger again.
Unlike weight loss, SculpSure actually reduces your fat cells in your treated areas. Those fat cells that are destroyed or damaged by SculpSure can’t get bigger even with weight changes. Your body does not grow new fat cells. This treatment can help you appear thinner and look better*.
Just 25 Min.
In just 25 minutes, we can treat an entire abdomen, or both love handles! This is a fraction of the time it takes with CoolSculpting.
No Surgery. No Downtime.
Most patients describe a warm sensation followed by cooling during the treatment. Results come as your body clears the fat from the treated areas.
FDA Cleared
SculpSure is FDA approved with proven results and high patient satisfaction. Since it is completely non-invasive there is absolutely no downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SculpSure?
- SculpSure™ is the very first FDA approved, non-invasive laser platform for fat reduction.
- The laser is made by the same company who makes SmartLipo, a well known and trusted company.
- SculpSure™ works by heating up the fat cells so they are damaged. The body then clears away the damaged fat cells on its own.
- SculpSure™ utilizes cooling plates to keep the skin cool and comfortable while the heat is concentrated and delivered right into the fat.
- As SculpSure™ is completely non-invasive, there is no downtime, and no need for any type of anesthesia.
Who is this procedure for?
- SculpSure can help both women and men reduce those stubborn bulges!
- It’s the newest technology and best approach to contour your body by damaging unwanted fat without surgery or downtime. Treat those pesky love handles. Tired of that bulge around your bra? Can’t get rid of the belly pooch despite exercising?
- Up to 24% of Fat in the treatment area can be gone in as little at 25 minutes with a single treatment. This treatment sculpts your body into the shape you always wished you had without surgery or downtime.**
What areas of my body can be treated?
- SculpSure is a true breakthrough laser treatment recently FDA cleared for fat reduction of the abdomen and flanks**.
- Most commonly, we use SculpSure to treat the Abdomen (stomach), Flanks (love handles or muffin top), Inner Thighs, Outer Thighs, and Back.
- SculpSure has multiple smaller applicator allowing more flexible placement of the treatment pads which in turns provides the highest level of customization when compared to the older “freeze the fat” technology.
- The treatment applications do not require suction and so many people who were not good candidates for CoolSculpting may now be treated with SculpSure.
- Treatment is significantly faster than some current treatments; anatomical areas can be treated in approximately 25 minutes, and multiple areas may be treated at the same time.
- Skin of all colors is treatable.
- Patients are able to achieve results without downtime or surgery.
- SculpSure can get rid of those stubborn bulges for good and help you to achieve the shape you want by reducing the number of fat cells, giving you a slimmer, more sculpted look.**
Are you at or within 30lbs of your ideal body weight**?
- SculpSure fat reduction is designed for those who are at or near their ideal weight but still have unwanted fat.
- If you are not within this target weight, there are many other fat reduction options that would work for you with our affiliated and board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Raymond Jean.
How much does SculpSure Cost?
The pricing for treatments at the SculpSure is based on the number of applicators.
- Each SculpSure™ applicator is competitively priced as low as $400 (compare to $700+ for Coolsculping™ applicators).
- The average lower abdomen takes 4 applicators, which can be run in one single 25 minute cycle.
- The flanks (love handles) also take on average 4 applicators (2 on each side). Similarly all 4 of these applicators can be run in one single 25 minute cycle.
- For purchases over 4 applicators, there are significant discounts with per applicator price as low as $325 per applicator (when your purchase 12 or more applicators).
What is the difference between SculpSure™ and CoolSculpting™?
- NUMBER OF TREATMENTS: The results from Sculpsure™ and CoolSculpting™ are about the same. You can expect a 20-24% improvement in the treated area with either procedure. On average it takes 4 sculpsure applicators or 4 coolsculpting applicators to treat an abdomen, so it is fairly easy to compare technologies.**
- TIME DIFFERENCE: Whereas CoolSculpting™ takes on average 1 hour per applicator, to treat an abdomen and flanks with 3 CoolSculpting applicators it would take 3 hours. With SculpSure™ the same area with 8 abdominal applicators can run in just 50 minutes. Similarly, treating the love handles with CoolSculpting can take 2 hours if using 2 cool-curve applicators on each side, whereas with SculpSure both love handle can be treated simultaneously in just 25 minutes.
- PRICE DIFFERENCE: Since the SculpSure™ system is so much more time efficient, the cost per applicator is much less. We charge just $400 per applicator for SculpSure™, whereas with CoolSculpting each applicator typically costs $700 and up!
- COMFORT: With SculpSure™ there is no suction, freezing, or end of procedure massage – the two most uncomfortable parts of the CoolSculpting™ procedure. SculpSure™ requires no anesthetic.
- TIME TO RESULTS: Results come a little sooner with SculpSure™ than with CoolSculpting™ .
- SIDE EFFECTS: Periodic pains and numbness up to weeks-months has been reported with CoolSculpting™ whereas there has been no reported side effects from SculpSure™. In addition bruising is not uncommon from CoolSculpting™’s suction applicators. There is no suction with SculpSure so there is no bruising or numbness! “Shark-bites” have not been seen with SculpSure because of thermal spread of the treatment.
What are the biggest advantages of SculpSure™?
- Super-Fast 25 minute treatment times
- Easily tolerated
- Cost effective
- Completely non-invasive
- Results without surgery
- No-vacuum or painful massage as with CoolSculpting™
- Versatile applicators allow for treating many areas.
- Thermal spread creates treatment areas slightly larger than applicator size.
What sort of result can I expect?
- Medical research studies show a SculpSure treatment results in a 20-25% improvement in the area treated. What does this mean? Tuck you thumb behind the rest of your fingers and keep your other 4 fingers extended. Now if those 4 fingers represent the depth of the fat in the area treated, one cycle would typically reduce up to about 1 fingers-worth. With these results, some people find that only one treatment cycle is needed, however most patients repeat the treatment after a six weeks to achieve even better results!*
If I had CoolSculpting™ in the past, can I still do SculpSure™?
- Many people with who have had Coolsculpting™ before have had treatment with SculpSure to either achieve a better result in a previously treated area, or to treat a brand new area.
- Sometimes CoolSculpting™ can lead to small untreated areas between treatment applicators (known as shark-bites) which can be treated with SculpSure™. SculpSure does not cause this problem because thermal spread creates treatment areas slightly larger than applicator size resulting in a natural result.
I want SculpSure™. Now why should I get my treatment with you?
- We are one of the first locations to adopt SculpSure™ technology and have been using Cynosure lasers for quite some time including their SmartLipo™, Cellulaze™, and Precision Tx at our Main Line Plastic Surgery location.
- Since we are experienced and preform all methods of fat removal, from non-invasive to traditional liposuction, we can advise you which treatment modality best fits your personal needs and goals.
- We are comfortable using SculpSure™ off label to treat additional areas such as the back (bra bulge), inner thighs, outer thighs, and the arms.
- Have a decadent spa experience and enjoy a complimentary neck, shoulder, and hand massage during your treatment.
- Dr. Alison customizes and supervises every SculpSure™ treatment. She has had extensive training and expertise in this procedure, and she has personally undergone the treatment herself. You may be seen by one of her personally selected and trained assistants, but she closely follows each patient through the treatment process.
- We stand by our results! SculpSure™ can target up to 24% of the fat**, however sometimes our patients want even more of a result. In these cases, if you purchased a package deal for treating multiple areas, we will honor your per applicator discounted rate for all future re-treatments. Alternatively, if you had SculpSure with us and want to just get rid of all the fat remaining at once, we offer $500 off our SmartLipo™ procedure which remains the gold standard for fat removal at Main Line Plastic Surgery.
**Love medical studies? You can learn more.
- Single treatment of average reduction in fat volume as measured by MRI; Clinical and Histological Evaluations of a 1060nm Laser Device for Non-Invasive Fat Reduction – John W. Decorato, MD., F A C S. Rafael Sierra, Ph.D., Bo Chen, Ph.D., Westford, MA, 2014.
- Katz B, Doherty S. A multicenter study of the safety and efficacy of a non-invasive 1060 nm diode laser for fat reduction of the flanks. Paper presented at: 2015 Annual American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Conference; April 22-26; Kissimmee, FL.
- Average patient discomfort rating of 3.7 on a scale of 1-10; Bass L, Doherty S. Non-Invasive Fat Reduction Of The Abdomen With A 1060nm Diode Laser.Paper presented at: 2015 Annual American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Conference; April 22-26; Kissimmee, FL.
Want More Information about SculpSure?
What Are Clients Are Saying
Totally awesome experience! Left completely free of lower back pain. Staff thought of everything. The spa itself is new, with comfortable, clean spaces. Experienced professional staff made sure my experience was excellent. I'll be back! Click here to read more Five Star Yelp Review: Peter
What Are Clients Are Saying
Irene has always taken incredible of care of my skin and body in any treatment I have. Today I had a facial and dermaplaning and it was exceptional as always. My skin feels and looks great and the experience was relaxing and a nice break from my busy day. I have already booked by next appointment! I highly recommend Irene and Essent Spa. The facility is quiet, soothing, clean and relaxing. Everything a spa should be. Click Here for Five Yelp Star Review: Jennifer
What Are Clients Are Saying
Jen was excellent with my treatment. She explained the process and expected results. As a new comer to Philadelphia I feel it was my good fortune to find Essent Spa and Jen. Click here to read more Five Star Google Review: Karen
What Are Clients Are Saying
Amazing that it took so long for a great spa to open on the Main Line but it finally has! I had a great massage at Essent and plan to go back often. Relaxing environment, great therapist and incredibly friendly staff. Click Here to Read More Five Star Google Review: Brian
What Are Clients Are Saying
I have been here a few times and every time I feel like a princess! Very relaxing and beautiful atmosphere. I see Billie Jo who is by far the best esthetician I have ever seen. She makes you feel comfortable, special, and relaxed. I would definitely recommend going here! Click Here to Read More Five Star Review Yelp: Kristy
What Are Clients Are Saying
Finally a resort quality medical spa in a convenient location. I received a gift of an 80 min Ultimate Massage at Essent Spa. This was my first visit to the spa. That was incredible! I have had the opportunity to visit some medical spas in Australia, SoCal, and Philadelphia. So I can honestly say that Essent Spa is first class. The location is great - you don't have to travel into the city, easy to get to (just off I476), great parking. The facilities are resort quality - beautifully decorated, private and tranquil spaces. They offer a wide selection of services. Highly professional and skilled doctors and service providers. Very attentive to your needs. I am looking forward to my next visit! Click Here to read more Five Star Review Yelp: Natalie
What Are Clients Are Saying
I've had Botox previously but never had such great results! I look rested and my skin looks smooth but natural. The lip pop is a great way to get fuller lips without lip filler...and very affordable at only $50! Thanks Jen! I'm really happy with my results!! Click here to read more Five Star Review Yelp: Karen
What Are Clients Are Saying
Had a very pleasant experience with Lis. I had a facial and dermaplaning done, and from the second I walked in, to the second I left, I felt comfortable and relaxed. The look of the spa is breathtaking, and you will no doubt leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. Lissy was very professional and very gentle. Best Facial I've had to date, hands down. Looking forward to coming back again very soon! Try Essent Spa, you won't be disappointed! Click Here to read more Five Star Yelp Review: Jessie
What Are Clients Are Saying
My experiences with Essent Spa have been wonderful all around, and I HIGHLY recommend Jen Perry!! She is incredible. I have seen her for facial fillers, and I am not only over the moon with the results, but also grateful for her process. She truly listens. She always considers my unique goals and concerns and is exceedingly careful and thoughtful (when other doctors or techs would push a prescriptive one-size-fits-all solution that doesn't account for your concerns). She is super friendly and disarming, and always follows up which makes a world of difference as well. She's very accommodating and genuinely wants to help. I cannot recommend her enough! Click here to read more Five Star Yelp Review: Laura
What Are Clients Are Saying
Essent Spa is AMAZING!! I've had both laser underarm hair removal, and sun damage correction, and I'm so happy with the results! Billie Jo and Dr. Alison are wonderful to work with!! Click Here to see our Five Star Yelp Review: Jennifer