FAQ
TriLipo Body Contouring
Q: What is TriLipo?
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A: TriLipo is Pollogen’s proprietary technology which combines two kinds of energies, TriLipo radiofrequency (RF) and TriLipo Dynamic Muscle Activation (DMA) which are emitted simultaneously by applicators on the Maximus system. The TRiLipo DMA energy enables toning of the muscles. In facial treatments, DMA energy lifts the superficial muscular system (SMAS) underlying the facial skin. Contraction of the muscles also accelerates removal of metabolic byproducts released due to the heating effect of the RF energy. Increased drainage of the fatty acids will also be released by the TriLipo RF heat energy.
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Q: What conditions does the TriLipo technology treat?
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A: On the face, the Maximus can treat sagging skin, loose jowls, jaw line contouring, sagging neck skin (“turkey neck”), wrinkles and fine lines, and a general toning and lifting of the facial SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System).
On the body, Maximus can treat loose abdomen following pregnancy or weight loss, improve stretch marks, improve the appearance of cellulite, reduce abdomen and thigh circumference, improve arm texture and tighten sagging skin under the arms, improve the appearance of the calves and knees and help with swollen ankles through lymphatic drainage.
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Q: Is TriLipo technology safe?
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A: TriLipo technology is very safe. RF has been used in medicine for more than 75 years, and in aesthetic medicine it has been used for over 10 years. The Dynamic Muscle
Activation (DMA) parameters are very safe; even at the highest settings the DMA cannot cause injury or damage to muscles.
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Q: What is the down time after a TriLipo treatment session?
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A: There is no down time after a TriLipo treatment; you can resume your regular activity immediately after the treatment.
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Q: How does TriLipo technology treat cellulite?
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A: Cellulite is visible as a result of enlarged fat cells that are under the skin (adipose fat) pushing up against the weakened dermis. Cellulite is a condition associated with poor metabolism and with hormonal levels. TriLipo technology treats cellulite by a combined effect. The TriLipo RF induces thermal heating of the adipose fat, increasing metabolism in the tissue. The increased heat induces a natural process of fat breakdown in the fat cells. The byproducts of fat breakdown are released from the fat cells, which then shrink in size. In addition, the thermal effect also affects the dermis by inducing an immediate effect of collagen tightening along with a long term effect of neocollagenesis (generation of new collagen). The combined effect of reduced size of fat cells along with “strengthening” of the dermis enables an improvement in the appearance of cellulite.
The TriLipo Dynamic Muscle Activation (DMA) energy that is emitted simultaneously with the TriLipo RF energy increases circulation and improves lymphatic drainage of the released byproducts of fat breakdown. The DMA also tones the underlying muscles, adding to the general improvement of the treated area.
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Q: How many TriLipo treatments are recommended, and how often should I have a treatment?
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A: Typically, the standard protocol for facial treatments is 6 sessions, and for circumference and cellulite reduction is 8 treatments. For best results, your consecutive treatments should be done on a weekly basis. However if needed, more treatments can be added according to severity of the condition. Maintenance treatments may be recommended every few months to maintain and improve the treatment results.
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Q: How soon can I see results?
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A: Results are different per body area and per person. In general, facial treatments will usually produce an immediate tightening and improvement of skin texture. Loose skin on the abdomen can feel tighter immediately after the first session. However, in most cases it takes several treatments to notice long lasting results.
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Q: How do I prepare for treatment and what is required of me after treatment?
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A: There is no preparation for your treatment. After your treatment, you should drink plenty of water which will help eliminate the metabolic byproducts from the body which was generated by the treatment. You should avoid alcohol for 24 hours.