If you are looking for a way to deal with cellulite around your hips or your buttocks, we would love to introduce you to QWO. QWO is the first and only FDA-approved injectable procedure to treat cellulite around the buttocks. We are happy to be one of the first practices in the Greater Boston area to offer this procedure. Learn more about this procedure and set up a consultation by contacting our office.
How Do QWO Injections Work:
What Causes Cellulite?
The majority of people have or will have cellulite. It is a common misconception that cellulite is caused by fat. In fact, developing cellulite can happen regardless of diet & exercise. As we age our skin thins, fat cells under the skin can enlarge and push against the skin, and bands of fiber can thicken and pull down sections of the skin. Together the three factors can create dimpling in the skin.
What Does QWO Do?
As the first FDA-approved injectable for cellulite treatment in the buttocks, QWO works by breaking the fibrous bands that pull the skin down. Over the course of multiple treatments, this injection can help women see visible changes in cellulite around their buttocks and hips.
3 days prior to your treatment, it is recommended to avoid the following to decrease the risk of bruising after treatment:
o Alcoholic beverages
o Any blood thinning medications or supplements that increase the chances of blood thinning
o One week prior to treatment avoid taking: Advil, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Excedrin, Motrin or any NSAID.
o One week Prior avoid: Herbal supplements such as Gingko biloba, Ginseng, Flax oil, Cod liver oil, Fish oil, Omega 3’s or other essential fatty acids, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and Garlic
o Please arrive to your appointment with the treatment area clean and free of any product
Like with any injection treatment, prior to the injection you will meet with Kathryn Russo for a quick consultation.
- The Consultation: At Kathryn Russo Medical Aesthetics we offer a variety of great procedures that can treat similar issues around the body. That is why we recommend a quick consultation so we can tailor your procedure plan to your specific goals. The consultation is also a great time to learn more about the procedures we offer and ask any questions you might have.
- QWO Injections: Like other injections. QWO is a quick minimally invasive procedure. QWO is injected directly into the buttocks. It is common to receive up to 12 injections per treatment area. Patients will often have three separate treatments with 21 day gaps in between them.
Avoid alcohol or any blood thinners (Medication or supplement) for 24-48 hours following treatment. Avoid exercise or strenuous activity for 24 hours
Post treatment bruising is the most common side effect and the majority of the patients will experience this. The severity of bruising lessens with each additional treatment session.
- Ice may be gently applied to help with swelling for 5 minutes 3-4 times per day for the first 2 days.
- Avoid taking: Advil, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Excedrin, Motrin or any NSAID.for the first week to avoid worsening any bruising that may occur
- Acetaminophen/Tylenol may be taken if experiencing any mild tenderness or discomfort.
- It is not necessary to rub or massage the injection sites following treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions About QWO Injections
If you have any questions about QWO injections, we highly recommend that you contact Kathryn Russo Aesthetics. Our office would be happy to answer any of your specific questions. We also wanted to address a few commonly asked questions:
QWO is the first FDA approved injectable designed to decrease the visibility of cellulite around the buttocks for adult women.
Typically patients receiving QWO treatments will need to make three appointments with 21 days between each appointment. Most patients see their full results around 10 weeks after their first treatment.
QWO has had one of the largest studies of any injectable designed to treat cellulite. More than 1,800 women participated in the study. You can see some of the results here.
QWO is injected by your medical aesthetics provider directly into targeted areas of your buttocks to break down the fibrous bands that cause cellulite. The procedure can take less than 10 minutes, and clients do not have to plan any recovery time.
Like other medical aesthetic procedures, QWO can cause severe allergic reactions in clients who are allergic to any of its ingredients. You should not take QWO if you are allergic to any of its ingredients or have had allergic reactions to other cellulite treatments in the past.
Other than that, the most common side effects of QWO is light bruising near the injection sites, itching, redness, swelling, and warmth in the treatment area.
Make Your QWO For Cellulite Appointment in Newton
We would love to have you at our office. Whether you are new to QWO, medical aesthetics procedures in general, or simply have questions about our procedures and how they work, we would love to cover everything at a consultation at our office. To set up an appointment please use our online forms or give us a call during our normal business hours. We can’t wait to see you!
