Our Accent Prime body sculpting treatment is a painless, non-invasive treatment that uses ultrasound waves to break down fat cells and radiofrequency to tighten and tone the skin. The result is a reduction of stubborn fat pockets in areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, back, and love handles. This treatment can help contour the body and give a more sculpted appearance without any needles or downtime. 

In addition to gently sculpting away unwanted pockets of fat, our Accent Prime treatment can also target cellulite by targeting the fibrous bands responsible for a dimpled appearance. The RF (radiofrequency) energy helps smooth out the skin’s texture and decrease the appearance of cellulite. 

RF energy tightens the skin by heating the deeper layers, stimulating collagen production and promoting tissue tightening. This helps improve elasticity and firmness, reducing the appearance of sagging or loose skin. 

Frequently asked questions: 

Is there pain? No. Many patients say it feels like a warm massage.

Is there any downtime? No. You can go right back to your regular activities after the treatment.

Is there any bruising? Not typically, although it does happen occasionally and is not worrisome if it does. 

How many sessions are required? Everyone is different, but we recommend a minimum of 4-6 treatments before expecting to see results. In fact, if you are not prepared to commit to at least four treatments it is likely not worth your money or time to start. If you think you are going to need more than 8-10 treatments, you may want to consider something slightly more invasive like Bodytite or Facetite, our in-office liposuction options. 

How long before I see results? Once the fat cells have been destroyed the body will clear them out through the lymphatic system just like it does any other dead cells. Furthermore, the collagenesis (new collagen production) and skin tightening stimulated by the RF (radiofrequency) can take several weeks. For this reason we tell our patients not to expect final results until about 3 months after their final treatment. 

How do I know if I’m a good candidate? Before any treatment is started, every patient will first have a consultation with Dr. Wheeler or our body sculpting specialist to outline an optimal treatment plan. Quite frequently our patients need help with weight loss in general, so they have the option of joining our 8-week weight loss course.

What do I need to do to get the best results? The Accent Prime technology works best to destroy fat cells best when they are well hydrated. For that reason we recommend drinking at least 8 glasses of water for three days before and and three days after each treatment. Staying well hydrated after the treatment helps the body eliminate the lipids and glycerides broken down by the ultrasound treatment. It is also important to avoid alcohol for 3 days before and after each treatment because the metabolism of alcohol can impede the body’s breakdown and clearance of fat cells. Anything that improves circulation (saunas, exercise, yoga, etc) will help to optimize results. 

How much time do I need between treatments? We recommend waiting 1-2 weeks between treatments. 

How is this different from coolsculpting? Coolsculpting is a body sculpting option that destroys fat cells by freezing them. Coolsculpting is also very safe and effective but it can only be used in very specific parts of the body and tends to be more expensive per treatment. It also usually requires multiple treatments. 

How do I choose between Accent Prime, Coolsculpting, liposuction, or the weight loss class? When you meet with our body sculpting specialist, she will be able to guide you to what is likely going to give the best results. Quite often, more than one modality is needed and our specialist can help coordinate the most effective, cost efficient plan to get you to your body shaping goals. 

How is this different from liposuction? Liposuction is a minimally invasive procedure where the area of concern is filled with numbing fluid, after which the fat is loosened and removed via gentle suction. Liposuction is a great option for bigger areas that require more fat removal. Liposuction gets rid of fat cells by physically removing them from the body, and Accent Prime gets rid of fat cells by destroying them and allowing the body to clear them out over time. Click here for more information on liposuction.

What areas of the body can be treated? As opposed to coolsculpting, Accent Prime can be used on any area. The most common body parts are the abdomen, flanks, love handles, inner and outer thighs, and bra fat. 

Can this help me lose weight? We do not recommend this for weight loss. Nor do we recommend Coolsculpting or liposuction for weight loss. These procedures combine beautifully with weight loss, but they are specifically designed for sculpting and are not likely to make much of a difference on the scale. Click here for more information on our popular 8-week weight loss course.

What does it cost? Currently it is $150/area for members of our inside-out beauty membership. $300/area is the non-member price. For more information on our membership program click here.  A single “treatment area” is generally the size of an 8x10 sheet of paper, although it might be as small as the small area right under the chin. Frequently, an Accent Prime body sculpting session will cover only one treatment area, but it is common for two or more areas needing coverage in a single session (i.e. a large abdomen could need three or four treatment areas to be adequately covered). Areas that are bilateral, such as arms or legs generally get counted as one treatment area each (there is no “splitting” the treatments and doing half on one side and half on the other).