Weight Management
At Delatte Plastic Surgery, Skin Care, & Wellness, we offer innovative solutions for individuals seeking effective weight management treatments.
Our team of experienced providers combines the latest advancements in medical science with compassionate care to create personalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals.
GLP-1 receptor agonists are revolutionary injectable medications that have shown remarkable efficacy in aiding weight loss and improving metabolic health. Clinical trials of these medical weight loss drugs have demonstrated significant reductions in body weight, improvements in glycemic control, and favorable effects on cardiovascular risk factors. These medications represent promising options for individuals seeking effective and sustainable solutions for weight management and overall metabolic health.
GLP-1 inhibitors are injectable medications originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes. These GLP-1 receptor agonists work by mimicking natural gut hormones, helping regulate appetite, blood sugar levels, and digestion.
When used for weight loss, these medications help reduce hunger, slow gastric emptying, and enhance the body's ability to burn fat efficiently. These medications are ideal for patients who have struggled with weight loss through diet and exercise alone and need medical support to achieve lasting success.
Slows stomach emptying and regulates hunger hormones
Helps you feel satisfied with smaller portions
Prevents insulin spikes that contribute to fat storage
Encourages the body to use stored fat for energy
Helps maintain results without extreme dieting
Medical weight loss injections are administered via subcutaneous injection, injected into the fatty tissue just beneath the skin using a small needle.
Treatments occur once a week, although the dosage may be adjusted based on the particular medication and individual patient considerations. Tolerability and efficacy are closely monitored by our team to ensure optimal results.
These medications are both protein-based and are sensitive to temperature. Refrigeration is necessary to preserve the quality and potency of medical weight loss injections until they are administered. Patients must adhere to storage instructions provided to ensure that the medication remains effective throughout its shelf life.
Weight management therapy with medications is primarily used to treat obesity and conditions related to weight gain.
Weight management therapy can also improve metabolic health parameters such as glycemic control, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and lipid profile.
For individuals with obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, PCOS, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), weight management therapy can be an essential component of comprehensive treatment plans aimed at reducing disease and improving overall health. By promoting weight loss and addressing associated metabolic abnormalities, weight management therapy plays an important role in mitigating the risk of obesity-related complications.
Weight management therapy offers several benefits for patients struggling with their weight and related metabolic conditions. These revolutionary injectable medications target key neural pathways involved in appetite regulation, glucose metabolism, and energy balance.
Medical weight loss injections have been associated with improvements in glycemic control, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and lipid profile, making them valuable tools for addressing comorbidities commonly associated with obesity, such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, both medications encourage appetite regulation to help individuals maintain healthier eating habits over the long term. Overall, this weight management treatment offers a comprehensive and personalized approach to achieving lasting success in managing weight and optimizing metabolic health.
During your consultation, we will evaluate your medical history, lifestyle, and weight loss goals to determine the best treatment plan for you. You may be a good candidate for weight management therapy if you:
Results can vary and depend on several factors, including adherence to treatment, lifestyle modifications, and underlying health conditions. Clinical studies have shown that medical weight loss medications can lead to significant and sustained weight loss over several months to years.
However, the extent and longevity of weight loss achieved with these therapies may vary from patient to patient. For most, continued treatment and lifestyle changes are necessary to maintain long-term benefits. This may involve continued monitoring, treatment adjustments as needed, and support for maintaining healthy dietary and exercise habits.
At Delatte Plastic Surgery, Skin Care & Wellness, we provide personalized weight management therapy to help patients achieve sustainable, medically guided weight loss.
We customize our weight management programs to suit each patient’s needs – providing access to medications, nutritional counseling, strategies to preserve lean muscle mass, assessments of gut health, and exploration of potential hormone-related factors influencing chronic weight issues.
Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward a healthier, more confident you!
Most patients notice reduced hunger and cravings within the first few weeks. Weight loss is a gradual process, with significant results typically appearing over 3–6 months.
No extreme dieting is required, but a healthy, balanced diet enhances results. We provide nutritional guidance to support your journey.
The duration of treatment depends on your weight loss goals. Some patients use medication short-term, while others continue it for long-term weight management.
Yes! Many patients pair weight loss injections with IV therapy, hormone therapy, or body contouring treatments for enhanced results.
Common side effects may include gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These side effects often occur early in treatment and may improve over time as the body adjusts to the medication. Both medications may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) when used in conjunction with other diabetic medications like insulin or sulfonylureas.
Less common but potentially serious risks may include pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), gallbladder problems, kidney damage, allergic reactions, and thyroid tumors. New studies have refuted any thyroid cancer risk. It’s important for individuals taking these medications to be aware of the signs and symptoms of these potential complications and to promptly report any concerns to their healthcare provider.
As with any medication, the benefits and risks should be carefully weighed by healthcare professionals when prescribing them to patients, and individuals should be closely monitored for any adverse effects during treatment. Patients should communicate openly with their healthcare providers about any side effects or concerns they may experience while taking these medications.
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