Zerona has arrived!  It’s been on Nightline, the Rachel Ray show,  in Harpers Bazaar and Allure, yet I have to admit I was a skeptic – anytime a treatment seems too good to be true, it typically is.  However, after seeing the results our patients have had and talking with staff that have had the treatment as well, I’ve become a believer.

How does Zerona work? 

If you would imagine making a tiny hole in a balloon and watching it deflate as the air escapes, then you will have a basic idea of how the treatment works.  Zerona is basically a ‘cold’ or low-level laser that targets fat cells.  The laser moves painlessly through the skin and creates a small pore in the fat cell itself, allowing the fat to drain out of the cell.  This excess fat is then passed out of the body through normal, ongoing detoxification.  This allows us to ‘spot reduce’ certain areas of the body without the need for any invasive procedure.  It does not remove the fat cell itself – it removes the contents of the cell, thereby slimming the treated area.  It’s not painful, but it does require a time commitment, and a strong commitment to adhere to some basic protocols in order for the treatment to work as well as possible. 

The studies behind the science show that 80% of patients who have been treated with Zerona lost over six inches, and that on average, patients lost an additional 6.8 inches combined from their knees, neck, upper arms, and bra-line.  Treatments sessions consist of six, nine, or twelve treatments spaced about 48 hours apart.  The sessions are 40 minutes in length, with half of the time allowed for the front of the body and half for the back of the body.   In order for Zerona to really be effective, you’ll have to commit to the schedule and make sure that more than 72 hours does not pass between your treatments.

There is a double benefit to really embracing some of the other elements for success in the Zerona program as they can serve as a ‘starting point’ for long-term lifestyle changes:

1. Hydrate.  It’s simple; it’s basic and you’ve heard it before.  While on the Zerona protocol, you will need to consume at least 64 ounces of water per day to promote the detoxification process.  A dehydrated body and a sluggish lymphatic system will not product good results.  It’s important to note that WATER is the requirement – not soda (diet or otherwise), coffee, or tea.
2. Eat a reasonable diet that is low in fat and high in fiber.  Again, simple steps.  Don’t overindulge, and definitely don’t fall under the impression that the Zerona treatment will allow you to eat what you please.  It’s not a weight loss treatment, and cutting back on fatty, sugary foods is required.
3. No alcohol during the course of treatment.  Results will not be their best, and alcohol consists of ‘empty calories’.
4. Supplement your diet with Curva®.  Curva® contains a proprietary blend that promotes detoxification and is included with your Zerona Treatment series.
5. Move!  If you don’t have a work out regimen, walk briskly at least ten minutes each day – more if possible.  Again, this helps promote detoxification and will also increase your desire to hydrate.  If you absolutely cannot work out, wear a compression garment over the area being treated (such as Spanx).
6. Keep your appointments on schedule.  It’s very important to keep the window as close to 48 hours between treatments as possible. 

Does Zerona replace liposuction or SmartLipo? 

No.  Zerona is ideal for slimming areas of the body that are exercise resistant, but remember- it shrinks the fat cells; it does not remove them.  For some patients, Zerona will not produce enough benefits to outweigh the benefits of liposuction or SmartLipo.  For patients who are fairly active, maintain their body weight and eat well – but still have trouble spots, Zerona may prove to be final step in achieving their best body ever.

Call us today to reserve your private consultation – we’ll help you determine if Zerona is right for you.

Andréa Bradley-Stutz

Director – Ology LLC