What Is a Slimming Implant or Thread Implantation?
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A slimming implant helps promote noticeable weight loss by reducing appetite and increasing the body’s metabolism. These days, everyone is looking to lose weight and they have every right to. Having a well-proportioned body can boost confidence and attractiveness, and it can also support better overall health. Unfortunately, among the many available methods, many do not deliver truly impressive results. However, slimming-implant injections are among the newest approaches and, with a simple mechanism, can help speed up the process of fat loss and achieving a more toned figure.
In the following, we’ll tell you more about this modern slimming-implant method. If you’re looking for an option that is genuinely effective and helps you avoid the long, exhausting process of weight loss through conventional methods, read on about the implant. With a slimming implant, fat inflammation decreases and fat tissue becomes more uniform. You’ll read more below.
How Is a Slimming Implant Performed?
Slimming implants are devices that are placed non-surgically and on an outpatient basis into the fatty tissue of different areas of the body. These implants are inserted into the fat tissue using a cannula and cause localized inflammation and increased blood flow (hyperemia) in the targeted area. This process helps the fat tissue move out of a fibrotic state and re-enter the body’s metabolic cycle.
In the slimming implant method, it is claimed that by placing a very delicate and small device inside the body, signals are sent to the brain to create a faster feeling of fullness. This involves fine filaments that are typically implanted in the abdomen and flanks, and by simultaneously stimulating therapeutic points and sending signals to the brain system, they create a quicker sensation of satiety.
With this minimally invasive method, small bundles tools made of absorbable materials are inserted into the body’s fatty tissues using a cannula, which is a thin and soft tube. As these external tools or implants enter the body, fat that is resistant to weight loss is stimulated toward greater metabolism. In other words, fat that would not “budge” moves out of a fibrotic, inactive tissue state and gradually begins to break down.
There is no scalpel or incision involved, and after the implants are placed, the person can return to daily life. In this method, you should also pay attention to following an appropriate diet so that the effectiveness of the measures becomes greater.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Slimming Implants
Before we move on to the advantages of slimming implants, it is better to quickly mention the potential disadvantages. The reason is that the benefits of such a method can transform the world of weight loss and slimming techniques. If you have tried many different methods and have not gotten results, it is time to align more closely with science and look to its newer developments for fundamental and stable changes.
1. A Non-Surgical Method
One of the greatest advantages of a slimming implant is that it is non-surgical. This means there is no need for anesthesia, incisions, or bleeding, and the person can return to daily activities immediately after the implants are placed.
2. Localized Effect
The implants affect only the area where they are placed and have no systemic effect on other organs of the body. This feature makes this method usable for most individuals.
3. Suitable for People with Mobility Limitations
People who, for various reasons, are not able to do intense exercise can pursue weight loss using this method.
4. No Effect on Facial and Neck Fat
These implants focus on fat in the abdominal area and prevent the reduction of fat in the face and neck.
No significant side effects have been reported after a slimming body implant. However, among the key advantages of this method, the following notable points can be mentioned:
- Improved quality of life
- Increased body metabolism
- Increased feeling of fullness
- Without side effects, pain, or anesthesia
- Without surgery, bleeding, or recovery period
- Localized slimming for the abdomen and flanks, and size reduction
- The best alternative to liposuction and sleeve gastrectomy without surgery or anesthesia
Performing a slimming implant together with embedding not only contributes to slimming, but also helps tighten sagging skin and supports skin rejuvenation. Although more research is still needed regarding slimming implants, if doctors reach a consensus about performing it for a patient, the results can be remarkable.
Side Effects and Risks of Slimming Implants
Despite many benefits, this method also has its own drawbacks. Some individuals may experience infection or bruising at the implant injection site. Also, people with a history of allergies or chronic illnesses should receive medical consultation before undergoing this method.
Serious side effects of the slimming implant method include the following:
- Bruising
- Infection
Types of Slimming Implants
There are different types of slimming implants, each with its own mechanism of action and specific benefits. Some of the most common types of slimming implants include:
- Vagus nerve–stimulating implants: These implants reduce the feeling of hunger by sending electrical signals to the vagus nerve.
- Hormone-regulating implants: These implants help with weight loss by regulating the levels of hormones related to appetite.
- Nutrient-absorption–blocking implants: These implants help with weight loss by reducing the absorption of nutrients in the intestine.
Comparison of Slimming Implants and Traditional Weight-Loss Methods
There are many weight-loss methods, and many of them have not produced the desired results. The difficult path of invasive surgeries or the side effects that many older weight-loss methods bring can make achieving a suitable body difficult or seem impossible. In the table below, we have taken a fair look at slimming implants and traditional weight-loss methods:
| Weight-Loss Method | Advantages | Disadvantages | Candidates |
| Diet and exercise | Low cost, fewer side effects, overall health improvement | Requires strong motivation and persistence, gradual weight loss | Everyone |
| Weight-loss medications | Faster weight loss than diet and exercise | Side effects, requires a doctor’s prescription | People with severe obesity |
| Weight-loss surgeries | Rapid weight loss, improvement in obesity-related conditions | Higher surgical risks, requires permanent lifestyle changes | People with severe obesity and related conditions |
| Slimming implant | Low cost, reduced appetite, relatively fast weight loss with adherence to diet | Duration of effectiveness | People with significant excess weight and stubborn localized fat |
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دریافت نوبتRequired Steps Before a Slimming Implant
Before placing the implant, you should avoid taking blood-thinning medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen. In addition, it is necessary to keep the targeted area clean and to avoid alcohol consumption as well.
Important Tips Before and After Use
If you intend to pursue slimming, you should move forward with this process by visiting an experienced specialist. Any negligence or lack of experience in this area can lead to serious and dangerous complications. So, trust yourself only to professionals, and remember that:
- People who are allergic to the materials used in this process should not undergo a slimming implant procedure.
- People who are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, should also not use the implant method.
Benefits of a Slimming Implant for Reducing Abdominal and Flank Fat
One of the most important benefits of a slimming implant is its ability to reduce localized fat—especially in the abdomen and flanks. By focusing on subcutaneous fat, this method helps contour these areas and can be very effective for people who struggle with stubborn fat deposits in these regions.
Why the Abdomen and Flanks?
Fat in these areas typically responds poorly to dieting or exercise and often requires a long time to reduce.
A slimming implant can act locally on this fat and reduce its volume without affecting other parts of the body.
Key Features of an Abdominal Slimming Implant
- Faster results: Compared to traditional diets, this method can provide a noticeable reduction in size in a shorter period of time.
- No damage to muscle structure: Subcutaneous fat is reduced without harming the muscles or surrounding tissues.
- Better contouring: In addition to weight reduction, the abdomen and flanks may appear more proportionate and aesthetically pleasing.
To use this method and achieve better results, be sure to consult with a specialist physician and review your individual conditions.
Slimming Implants and Body Changes; What Do Studies Say?
Slimming implants are used in adults with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 25 to 35. A normal BMI is between 18.5 and 25. In other countries such as the United States, this method is used for people with obesity and for those who have at least one obesity-related condition such as type 2 diabetes. In a trial on this method, the following scientific results were obtained:
157 adults with obesity lost 8.5% more of their excess weight over one year than patients in the control group (who received a sham implant).
This outcome was considered somewhat disappointing because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was looking for a 10% weight loss in the tested patients compared to the control group. However, its effectiveness was still considered noteworthy and worthy of attention.
In 2019, leading medical teams attempted to conduct further research on the slimming implant method. This process involved placing a stent in the lower part of the esophagus. A disk was also placed at the opening of the stomach. In the middle of the disk, there was a hole that allowed food to pass through, but by increasing the feeling of fullness and reducing levels of ghrelin (Ghrelin)—which is produced near the upper stomach—it reduced food intake and weight gain. However, the device caused acid reflux and could migrate into the stomach.
Slimming Implant at Dr. Fotouhi’s Office in Saadat Abad, Tehran
In the heart of Saadat Abad, Tehran, Dr. Samaneh Fotouhi’s clinic using the latest technologies available provides slimming services with the highest standards. The Dadman skin, hair, and beauty clinic is one of the well-established centers that leaves no room for doubt about visiting. All it takes is stopping by and seeing the clinic’s track record in fulfilling the beauty and medical goals of its many clients. Health and of course beauty is not difficult these days; by finding reputable centers, you can reach your goal with confidence and peace of mind.
It’s your turn!
A slimming implant is a new and appealing method for weight loss especially for those who have already tried every possible way to lose weight and achieve fitness. It’s a new world with new options that can bring us closer to our goals in the shortest possible time. A slimming implant can also be a good idea for weight loss, if approved by a physician. Remember: an experienced specialist who has no intention of exploiting you will recommend such a method only after a full examination of the patient and assessment of their physical and even psychological conditions. Have you tried other weight-loss methods? Didn’t get results? Maybe it’s time for a major change with a slimming implant don’t waste time.
Advantages of a Slimming Implant at Our Clinic:
- Fast and sustainable weight loss
- No need for major surgery
- Quick return to daily activities
- Ongoing medical supervision
Don’t miss the opportunity! Call Dr. Fotouhi Clinic now for a free consultation and take the first step toward changing your life.
Cost and Pricing of a Slimming Implant
The cost and pricing of a slimming implant depend on various factors and may vary depending on the location where the procedure is performed, the type of implant, the physician’s expertise, and the equipment used. The most important factors affecting the price of this method include:
- Currency fluctuations: Since many implant materials are imported, exchange rates have a direct impact on costs.
- Implant placement location: Different areas of the body may involve different levels of complexity, which can change the cost.
- Additional expenses: Such as medical consultations and post-procedure care.
Overall, compared to diet or exercise, this method is more expensive and should be considered a final solution. Costs may vary across centers and can range from several million tomans. For example, some reputable Tehran clinics offer competitive pricing for slimming implant services with advanced equipment and a specialized team, which also includes consultation and post-procedure follow-up care.
For more accurate information and a price consultation, it is better to contact Dr. Fotouhi’s office directly or request an online consultation.