VelaShape is a cosmetic dermatology treatment that heats the skin to stimulate its metabolism. In some patients, VelaShape has been effective in diminishing cellulite and shrinking fat deposits in body tissue.
VelaShape and Adolescents
VelaShape was approved by the FDA in 2007 for treatment for all ages of patients. The VelaShape treatment is non-invasive, includes no needles or harsh chemicals and requires no local or general anesthesia. The nonsurgical and relatively safe nature of VelaShape make it a comparatively low risk option for teenagers and others who want to try to change the look of their bodies.
Adolescents and the Cost of VelaShape
Doctors who use VelaShape to treat patients typically recommend a series of treatment sessions that are often needed in order to get results. When patients total up the cost of all of these treatment sessions, it usually goes into the thousands of dollars. Recent reports indicate that teenagers, among those least equipped to pay the costs of medical procedures, are often using their credit cards to pay for VelaShape. These kinds of purchases, if not controlled or planned into a budget, can have a negative impact on a young adult's future.
Younger patients who want to try VelaShape and other treatments for a thinner look should consult a local doctor and ask about any risks or possible complications, as well as the total cost for this kind of treatment.
