Semaglutide
Achieve sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health with this advanced treatment.
Semaglutide
Semaglutide is an FDA-approved, cutting-edge weight loss treatment that has been shown to help individuals achieve significant, sustainable weight loss. Originally developed as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, Semaglutide has proven highly effective in aiding weight loss by regulating appetite and controlling blood sugar levels. This medication works by mimicking a hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which influences areas of the brain that control hunger and satiety, helping patients feel full longer and reducing cravings.
How Semaglutide Aids in Weight Loss:
- Appetite Suppression: Semaglutide helps reduce feelings of hunger, making it easier to stick to a reduced-calorie diet.
- Slows Digestion: By slowing the emptying of the stomach, Semaglutide prolongs feelings of fullness after meals, which helps to naturally limit portion sizes and calorie intake.
- Improves Blood Sugar Control: In individuals with insulin resistance, Semaglutide improves glucose control, which can reduce the likelihood of weight gain related to blood sugar fluctuations.
Key Benefits of Semaglutide for Weight Loss:
- Effective for Long-Term Weight Loss: Helps with consistent, long-lasting weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes.
- Reduces Appetite and Cravings: Makes it easier to adhere to healthy eating habits by controlling hunger and reducing calorie intake.
- Non-Surgical Solution: Offers an effective, non-invasive alternative to surgical weight loss procedures.
- Improves Overall Health: In addition to promoting weight loss, Semaglutide can also improve related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure.
FAQ'S
Who is a good candidate for non-surgical treatments?
Adults in good health who want subtle to significant improvements without surgery. You should have realistic goals and be free of active infections, uncontrolled medical conditions, or pregnancy/breastfeeding (varies by treatment).
Is there downtime?
Most non-surgical options have little to no downtime. You may experience temporary redness, swelling, or tenderness that typically resolves in hours to a few days.
How soon will I see results?
It depends on the modality: some results are immediate (e.g., fillers), others build over days to weeks (e.g., neuromodulators, PRP, laser hair removal, weight-loss medications).
How long do results last?
Duration varies by treatment and lifestyle:
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Injectables often last 3–18 months depending on the product/area.
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Laser hair reduction requires a series and provides long-term reduction.
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Weight-loss meds work while on therapy with sustainable habits layered in.
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IV/NAD⁺ offer short-term wellness benefits that can be repeated as needed.
Are these treatments safe? Who performs them?
When provided by trained, licensed professionals using medical-grade products and protocols, non-surgical treatments have excellent safety profiles. At Aquabella, all treatments are performed or supervised by qualified providers.
Does it hurt?
Most patients describe mild, brief discomfort. We use excellent comfort strategies (topical numbing, cold, fine needles, slow infusion rates) to make sessions very tolerable.
Any side effects?
Common, self-limited effects include redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, or sensitivity. Your provider will review rare risks and your personal contraindications.
How many sessions will I need?
Many treatments work best as a series (e.g., laser hair removal, PRP). Injectables may be single-session with periodic maintenance. Your plan is personalized.
Can I combine treatments in one visit?
Often, yes—combining complementary treatments can enhance results (e.g., neuromodulators + fillers, PRP + microneedling). Your provider will stage them safely.
