BodyTite

What is BodyTite?

BodyTite is an advanced body contouring system developed by InMode, an award-winning provider of innovative medical technologies. It is designed to treat loose skin and localized fat that is resistant to diet or exercise. BodyTite may also reduce cellulite and improve overall skin texture. It targets most areas where loose skin and stubborn fatty deposits are a concern to sculpt a slimmer physique without the need for extensive surgery, including the following:

• Stomach
• Hips & thighs
• Waist
• Chest
• Back
• Flanks
• Buttocks
• Above the knees
• Upper arms

With the FaceTite and AccuTite handpieces, treatment can also be performed on smaller areas, such as the chin and jawline. BodyTite can be used anywhere traditional liposuction can be done and is particularly beneficial for patients with stubborn fat and mild to moderate skin laxity.

Ideal candidates for BodyTite

BodyTite is an excellent option for people who want to tighten the skin and get rid of small pockets of localized fat without extensive surgery or scarring. Compared to traditional liposuction, BodyTite can improve body contours with less downtime and a shorter recovery period. At PURE, we typically recommend this procedure for men and women who:

• Have mild to moderate skin laxity 
• Want to eliminate pockets of stubborn fat
• Have mild gynecomastia 
• Are in good overall health
• Have realistic expectations
• Are close to their ideal weight

BodyTite isn’t recommended for individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have been diagnosed with autoimmune disease. If you have severe skin laxity, there may be other body contouring procedures that are more effective. It is also not intended as a shortcut to weight loss, but as a solution for addressing stubborn pockets of fat that won’t budge despite diet or exercise. Patients near their goal weight with a healthy BMI will see the best results.

What to expect
during treatment 

BodyTite works in conjunction with liposuction to actively remove fat from the body and tighten the skin, but it doesn’t come with the same lengthy recovery time nor does it require complex surgical techniques. It is performed as an outpatient procedure under local or general anesthesia, depending on your needs, preferences and the number of areas being treated.

During treatment, your surgeon will make small incisions to insert the BodyTite cannula, while the external electrode stays atop the surface of your skin. They will move the device back and forth as it emits RF energy, liquefying fat cells so they can be easily suctioned away. Throughout your procedure, temperatures are monitored in real time to prevent thermal injury to the skin.

Each area takes about an hour to treat, and multiple areas can be targeted in one procedure. Typically, most patients only require one treatment session to tighten the skin and get rid of stubborn fat. Afterward, you’ll be free to return home and begin the recovery process.

BodyTite recovery

BodyTite requires a shorter recovery period than more invasive surgical procedures like liposuction. Most patients can expect around three to five days of downtime, though this can vary depending on the size and scope of areas that were treated. Side effects such as bruising, soreness and swelling may occur, but these symptoms are normal and typically subside within the first week. While exercise is not recommended until you’re fully recovered, you may return to work and other light activities within a few days.

Your surgeon will ask you to use a compression garment in treated areas while your body heals to reduce swelling and help the skin adjust to your new contours. Our team will advise you on how often to wear this garment and provide you with additional aftercare instructions to ensure the best results. If you have any questions during any point in your recovery, feel free to contact our Miami office — we’re always happy to address your concerns so you feel confident and supported from your first consultation to your final follow-up appointment!