For many good reasons, there is tremendous interest in GLP-1 injections such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, under brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy. At SpaVie, we are focused on both beauty and wellness, and believe they are both deeply connected. If you are considering these weight loss therapies, or other effective methods of weight loss, we want our Minneapolis medical spa to be part of your journey to achieve your ideal self.
Considering Skinny Shots?
While we do not prescribe GLP-1 medications at our office, we partner with a highly trained provider who can work closely with you in a medically supervised weight loss program designed to help you shed pounds and keep the weight off. These medically guided weight loss solutions include an in-person or virtual initial consultation, and may include lab work to ensure you are a good candidate. From there, you will receive monthly medications and have regular check-ins to chart your progress.
Some of the most commonly prescribed medications in this category currently include:
- Semaglutide: This injection regulates the production of GLP-1 produced by the gut, making you less hungry while also reducing the amount of calories taken in from the food you eat. It is more commonly known under the brand names Wegovy and Ozempic.
- Tirzepatide: This injection works in a very similar way to semaglutide. It may be able to help certain people lose more weight than semaglutide. It is more commonly known under the brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound.
It’s important not to “go it alone” with your weight loss for many reasons. Having a partner who understands the medical and health-related factors that can impact your body during weight loss ensures maximum safety. When questions or concerns come up, it’s very valuable to have someone with experience in your corner.
For more information please reach out to our medical weight loss partner at AngelWingsWeightLoss.com
After You Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals
The sagging skin and hollow look (known by terms like “O face” or “O butt”) following significant weight loss are real. And another reality is that no amount of exercise or skin creams will sufficiently tighten this excess skin for many people. We have many nonsurgical options that can help improve the appearance of skin sagging and help you look revived and refreshed. Some of the top options include:
- BOTOX®, Dysport® & Daxxify®
- Dermal Fillers (Sculptra® Aesthetic, RHA®, Restylane®, Juvéderm®)
- Sciton Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- HydraFacial®
- VI Peel
For areas of more significant sagging and more lasting correction, post weight loss plastic surgery can remove sagging skin and provide a facial, body and breast contour that best shows off your weight loss achievement. At the surgical side of our practice, Dr. Jennifer Harrington performs many types of contouring procedures focused on skin tightening and recontouring. These may include:
- Free fat grafting of residual fat in stubborn areas to the breasts
- Liposuction
- Tummy Tuck
- Arm Lift
- Facelift
- Breast Lift
- Breast Reduction
- Gynecomastia Surgery
In our experience, each person who has achieved significant weight loss has a unique set of goals depending on how their body has responded to that weight loss. That’s why Dr. Harrington custom designs a set of procedures that will help you get the look you want and help you feel the most confident and comfortable you can be. For more info on your plastic surgery options, visit HarringtonPlasticSurgery.com.
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