Dr. Downie featured in an Article called Hot Aesthetic Procedures in 2012: Part I of Practical Dermatology Magazine on January 2012 Issue.

Dr. Downie began researching this technique in October 2010 and lecturing on it in 2011. Her enthusiasm is derived from first-hand experience. She was forced to reduce her own physical activities following a knee injury in December, and with holiday eating, found herself adding pounds. She was pleasantly amazed at how effectively Exilis melted her "love handles."

Exilis is an innovative fat melting and tightening device. While Dr. Downie has used radio-frequency devices for skin tightening and fat melting in the past, she was not satisfied with the results. This new FDA-approved technology, however, is changing cosmetic dermatology forever! Exilis is an FDA-approved device that offers a non-invasive, non-surgical solution to fat reduction and tissue tightening using bipolar radiofrequency to "melt" the fat. It can be used anywhere on the body – the eyelids, face, chin, neck, arms, upper back, hips, stomach, love handles, male breasts, thighs, knees, and ankles. Head to toe fat reduction and tightening can be accomplished with Exilis. Male and female patients are taking advantage of the amazing results. (It is especially effective in treating male breast enlargement without leaving surgical scars.)

The device uses radiofrequency waves to safely target and heat fat cells without burning the skin. The radio waves create thermal energy which speeds up metabolic activity in the fat cells, causing them to break apart. At the same time, it stimulates and strengthens the collagen network, improving skin laxity and texture. Patients can expect a reduction in their measurements of about two inches or more in four to six weeks. To achieve these results the patients must come in once a week and must drink excessive amounts of water. Body contours are improved significantly so you look and feel better in your clothes. Exilis is not a weight loss device, nor a substitution for proper diet and exercise.

The surgical alternative to Exilis treatments is liposuction, an expensive, invasive surgical technique with significant down time, pain, and scarring. Exilis is a gradual way to reduce the fat in your body to improve appearance in a significant way. It is not a replacement for liposuction.

Depending on the area being addressed, treatments take approximately 45 minutes. Generally, excellent results can be attained in four to six treatments, with noticeable improvement after the second session. You may want to continue to come in at least every six months for touch-ups.

Exilis is an effective way to reduce fat and tighten your skin, affordably. Call Dr. Downie today to learn more about this FDA-approved, fat melting device.