Weight Management
Dermakind Aesthetics is proud to be a Certified Partner of the National Medical Weight Loss Program.
Our objective is to combat obesity and its related health hazards, which can significantly diminish your quality of life and potentially shorten your lifespan. Utilizing a medical approach to weight loss entails incorporating medication to aid in the process, with a diverse range of options at your disposal.
There are several prescription only medicines available to help with weight loss. Our treatments of choice are Wegovy or Mounjaro, both are a once a week injectable containing the medication, Semaglutide and Tirzepetide respectively, which fall into the class of medicines called GLP1s
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What is the rationale behind offering Wegovy instead of Ozempic? Currently, Ozempic holds licensing solely for diabetic treatment, while Wegovy holds exclusive licensing for weight management purposes.
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GLP1s are designed to assist in weight loss by regulating appetite and curbing cravings, thereby helping you to reduce your calorie consumption coupled with an increased physical activity, and adopting healthier lifestyle habits, it can prove to be a highly effective tool for achieving long-term weight loss.
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To check if you are eligible for treatment please complete the form below and you will be contacted within 24 hours to discuss your options.
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What takes place during a consultation?
A full medical history will be taken including your physical and mental health, your ideas, concerns and expectations will also be taken into account to create an agreed treatment plan
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Consultation is essential to ensure the treatment is appropriate, realistic and achievable.
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Commonly Asked Questions
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How do the GLP1s work?
They help to reduce your appetite by making you feel fuller for longer
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What are the potential side effects?
The most common side-effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and constipation. They are not long lasting and can be managed effectively. All rare or less common potential side effects will be discussed at your consultation.
How is it administered?
Via injection with a very fine needle
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Is it painful to inject?
No, if injected correctly – you will receive training on how to administer the injection.
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How long will I have to use it for?
This is upto you, our agreed treatment plan and maybe amended along your weight loss journey according to your evolving needs
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Do I need to have a calorie restricted diet?
Yes, as with all weight loss plans a calorie deficit is required to make a change. This will be discussed in full and potentially surprisingly easy to achieve as your appetite will be reduced.
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What else do you offer as part of the treatment plan?
We offer a holistic approach to helping you loose weight by offering one to one coaching, an agreed diet plan and exercise recommendations as well as weekly weigh-ins for added support, if this well help you keep on track.
