Similar to BodyFX, MiniFX uses radio-frequency energy, deep tissue heating and suction coupled with negative pressure to reduce fat cells, tighten skin, and reduce the appearance of cellulite. MiniFX is used to target unwanted stubborn pockets of fat and skin laxity in smaller areas such as the chin/submental region, above the knees, and bra areas. For best results, 6-8 weekly treatments are recommended.
Who is a good candidate for MiniFX?
- Good mental and physical health
- Suffers from small areas of stubborn pockets of fat
- Has reasonable expectations for improvement
- Looking for viable alternative to invasive liposuction
- Has good skin tone and elasticity
Who is a poor candidate for MiniFX?
- Morbidly obese
- Poor skin elasticity
- Dermatitis or Eczema in area to be treated
- Unrealistic goals for outcome
- Internal pacemaker/defibrillator
- Permanent implants in area to be treated
- Use of Accutane in the previous six months
- Pregnant or nursing
What are the benefits of MiniFX?
- Little to no downtime
- Relatively painless
- Non-invasive, non-surgical
- Contours and shapes stubborn pockets of fat not responsive to diet and exercise
- Long lasting, non-invasive solution
How does MiniFX compare to Coolsculpting?
- Coolsculpting uses criolipolisis (cold) to destroy fat cells, MiniFX utilizes radio frequency pyroptosis (heat) and electroporation (electrical pulses) to destroy fat cells. MiniFX not only addresses stubborn pockets of fat by fat destruction, but utilizes radio frequency heat to address overlying skin laxity.
What areas can be treated with MiniFX?
- Submental (chin), above the knees, bra areas or any small stubborn pocket of fat.
How many treatments will you need?
- For best results, 6-8 weekly treatments are recommended.
How can you optimize your treatments for the best outcome?
- Stay hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day
- Exercise 30 minutes a day
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, high fat meals and snacks
- Perform lymphatic massage
- Wear compression garments
How long does each treatment take?
- Generally one body area takes about 30 minutes to treat with an additional 30 minutes per added body area.
What can you expect the day of your treatment?
- MiniFX is generally described by patients as an easy, tolerable procedure. Patients can read, nap, watch movies, attend to business or play games on their smartphones while undergoing treatment.
What can you expect after your treatment?
- Some patients experience redness, warmth and itching at the treatment site that resolves within a few hours. Rarely, patients experience bruising in the area.
*For the above treatments, individual results may vary. Optimal results seen when combined with a complete, comprehensive skin care program. Multiple sessions may be part of a treatment plan.
Similar to BodyFX, MiniFX uses radio-frequency energy, deep tissue heating and suction coupled with negative pressure to reduce fat cells, tighten skin, and reduce the appearance of cellulite. MiniFX is used to target unwanted stubborn pockets of fat and skin laxity in smaller areas such as the chin/submental region, above the knees, and bra areas. For best results, 6-8 weekly treatments are recommended.
Who is a good candidate for MiniFX?
- Good mental and physical health
- Suffers from small areas of stubborn pockets of fat
- Has reasonable expectations for improvement
- Looking for viable alternative to invasive liposuction
- Has good skin tone and elasticity
Who is a poor candidate for MiniFX?
- Morbidly obese
- Poor skin elasticity
- Dermatitis or Eczema in area to be treated
- Unrealistic goals for outcome
- Internal pacemaker/defibrillator
- Permanent implants in area to be treated
- Use of Accutane in the previous six months
- Pregnant or nursing
What are the benefits of MiniFX?
- Little to no downtime
- Relatively painless
- Non-invasive, non-surgical
- Contours and shapes stubborn pockets of fat not responsive to diet and exercise
- Long lasting, non-invasive solution
How does MiniFX compare to Coolsculpting?
- Coolsculpting uses criolipolisis (cold) to destroy fat cells, MiniFX utilizes radio frequency pyroptosis (heat) and electroporation (electrical pulses) to destroy fat cells. MiniFX not only addresses stubborn pockets of fat by fat destruction, but utilizes radio frequency heat to address overlying skin laxity.
What areas can be treated with MiniFX?
- Submental (chin), above the knees, bra areas or any small stubborn pocket of fat.
How many treatments will you need?
- For best results, 6-8 weekly treatments are recommended.
How can you optimize your treatments for the best outcome?
- Stay hydrated by drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day
- Exercise 30 minutes a day
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, high fat meals and snacks
- Perform lymphatic massage
- Wear compression garments
How long does each treatment take?
- Generally one body area takes about 30 minutes to treat with an additional 30 minutes per added body area.
What can you expect the day of your treatment?
- MiniFX is generally described by patients as an easy, tolerable procedure. Patients can read, nap, watch movies, attend to business or play games on their smartphones while undergoing treatment.
What can you expect after your treatment?
- Some patients experience redness, warmth and itching at the treatment site that resolves within a few hours. Rarely, patients experience bruising in the area.
*For the above treatments, individual results may vary. Optimal results seen when combined with a complete, comprehensive skin care program. Multiple sessions may be part of a treatment plan.
