Body Concern
Stubborn Fat
Diet- and exercise-resistant pockets of fat targeted and reduced.
Understanding Stubborn Fat
care made for you.
Stubborn fat refers to localized pockets — the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or arms — that persist despite a healthy diet and consistent exercise.
We combine medical weight-loss support with body-contouring treatments to target these areas, helping you reach a more sculpted shape that lasts.
Signs You May Notice
how it shows up.
- Pockets of fat that won't budge with diet or exercise
- Fullness in the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or arms
- A shape that doesn't match your effort
- Areas that feel disproportionate
What Causes It
why it happens.
- Genetics and fat-cell distribution
- Hormonal influences
- Age and slowing metabolism
- Lifestyle factors
Treatments That Help
targeted options for stubborn fat.
During your consultation, we'll recommend the right combination of these treatments for your skin, body, and goals.
- Medical Weight Loss
- Body Contouring
- Morpheus8
What to Expect
your care journey.
Consultation
We assess your target areas and goals, then design a plan suited to your body and lifestyle.
Treatment Plan
You begin a tailored treatment or series, performed with your comfort and results in mind.
Results Over Time
Results build over the following weeks, with guidance to help you maintain and enhance them.
Why 816 Med Spa
care you can trust.
Physician-Led Care
Our practice is led by Dr. Patrick Lucaci, D.D.S., M.D., alongside an experienced team of nurse practitioners and nurses — so you're in expert, medically trained hands.
Personalized to You
There's no one-size-fits-all here. Every plan is built around your goals, anatomy, lifestyle, and comfort, and refined as we go.
Natural-Looking Results
We believe the best results are the ones no one can quite place. Our refined, balanced approach enhances your natural beauty.
Frequently Asked Questions
good to know.
- Why won't this fat go away with exercise?
- Some fat deposits are genetically resistant to diet and exercise. Targeted treatments and medical weight loss can help address them.
- What's the best approach?
- It depends on the area and amount. We often combine medical weight loss with body-contouring treatments for the best result.
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