Some pockets of fat respond to neither diet nor training: the double chin, the lower stomach, the flanks, the upper arms. Fat-dissolving injections break down fat cells exactly in those zones, and the released content is eliminated naturally by the body. The result is a slimmer, better-proportioned body line without surgery.
At a glance
- What it is: a course of lipolytic injections into the subcutaneous fat layer
- Zones: double chin, stomach, flanks and waist, upper arms, back, inner knees
- Plan: usually a course of 3-5 treatments, several weeks apart
- Important: lipolysis is not a weight-loss method but a contouring treatment for specific zones
How it works
The active substances in the solution break down the cell wall of fat cells in the treated zone. The released fat is carried away naturally through the lymphatic system. Because destroyed fat cells do not regenerate, the result is lasting as long as your weight stays stable, which also reduces the „yo-yo“ risk in the treated zone.
Zones we treat
- Double chin: the most popular zone; see our page on double chin treatment
- Stomach and waist: deposits resistant to exercise
- Flanks: the so-called „love handles“ and back pads
- Upper arms and inner knees: small, stubborn zones that are hard to shape
What treatment looks like
After assessing the zone and agreeing the plan, the area is marked and a series of short injections is given with a fine needle. The treatment takes about 20-30 minutes. Over the following days, swelling, tenderness and occasional bruising are normal and usually settle within a week. Cool compresses, plenty of water and a few days away from saunas and hard training speed recovery.
Who it suits, and who it does not
It works best for people of roughly normal weight with localised deposits. It is not a weight-loss substitute nor a solution for obesity. It is not performed during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with active infections, serious systemic illness or sensitivity to the ingredients. We go through all contraindications at the consultation.
What our clients say
„In my line of work it is very important to keep my weight in check. Modelling has strict rules that you follow if you want to succeed. My problem was a more pronounced stomach that made me look bigger than I was. I turned to Estera, and with a course of lipolysis treatments I got rid of the deposits in a relatively short time. Now I proudly wear a bikini on the runway and no longer have to hold my stomach in before stepping out.“
Anja Saranovic, top model
Price
The price depends on the zone and the number of treatments in the course. See current prices in our price list; your exact plan is set at the consultation.
Common questions
Is lipolysis a weight-loss substitute?
No. It contours specific zones in people of roughly normal weight; it does not reduce overall body mass.
How many treatments are needed?
Usually a course of 3-5 treatments, several weeks apart, depending on the zone and the amount of fat.
Does the fat come back?
Destroyed fat cells do not regenerate, but the remaining ones can enlarge with significant weight changes. A stable weight preserves the result.
When is the result visible?
Gradually: first improvements appear after a few weeks and the effect builds over the course.
What are the side effects?
Redness, swelling, tenderness and bruising in the treated zone are common and temporary, usually resolving within a week.
Book a consultation
Visit us at ESTERA, Bokeljska 7, Vracar, a few minutes from Slavija square in Belgrade. We will assess the zones you want to reshape and suggest a course tailored to you.
Book a consultation: +381 66 378 372
Content prepared and medically reviewed by Dr Nenad Stanković, DDS/DMD, specialist in cosmetology, international lecturer and trainer in aesthetic medicine.