Natural Results Plastic Surgery
Emsculpt Neo at Natural Results in Scottsdale, AZ
Non-Surgical Body Contouring

Emsculpt
Neo

Build muscle and burn fat in the same session — without breaking a sweat. The only FDA-cleared treatment that does both simultaneously.

Emsculpt at Natural Results Plastic Surgery is performed personally by Dr. Carlos Mata — board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS/FACS), Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2018, and Newsweek America's Best Plastic Surgeon — at the practice's AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in Scottsdale, Arizona. 25,000+ procedures performed.

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Duration
30 minutes
Anesthesia
None
Downtime
None
Back to Work
Same day
An Introduction

Emsculpt Neo combines high-intensity electromagnetic (HIFEM+) technology with radiofrequency heating to build muscle and burn fat in the same 30-minute session. It's the only non-surgical body contouring treatment FDA-cleared for both outcomes simultaneously — and it's the most popular non-invasive body treatment we offer.

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How It Works

HIFEM+ and RF Together

Emsculpt Neo delivers high-intensity focused electromagnetic energy that forces targeted muscles to contract at a rate and intensity impossible to achieve voluntarily — roughly 20,000 supramaximal contractions in 30 minutes. Simultaneously, radiofrequency heating increases tissue temperature to levels that trigger fat cell apoptosis (cell death) and stimulate collagen.

The muscle work builds strength and definition; the RF heat reduces overlying fat. Together, they produce visible contouring in 4–6 sessions spaced a week apart.

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Treatment Areas

Where It Works Best

Emsculpt Neo is FDA-cleared for the abdomen, buttocks, thighs, arms, and calves. The most popular applications are abdominal sculpting (for core definition), buttock enhancement (for lift and tone without surgery), and arm toning.

Results are most dramatic in patients within 10–15 pounds of their goal weight. It's not a replacement for weight loss — it's a tool for adding definition to an already reasonably fit baseline.

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Expected Results

Timeline & Maintenance

Standard protocol is 4 sessions spaced 5–10 days apart. Most patients notice subtle changes after the first session and visible results after the full series. Peak results appear 3 months after the final session as muscle growth and fat reduction mature.

Maintenance is typically recommended: one or two sessions every 3–6 months to sustain results. Patients who stop treating entirely and don't maintain fitness will gradually see results fade over 12–18 months.

Benefits

Why Emsculpt

  • 01Build muscle and burn fat in the same 30-minute session
  • 02No downtime — exercise or return to work immediately
  • 03Non-invasive, no needles, no incisions
  • 04Strengthens core muscles (useful for athletic performance)
  • 05Can treat areas surgery doesn't reach easily
Candidacy

Is This Right For You?

You may be a candidate if...
  • Within 10–15 pounds of goal weight
  • Reasonable baseline fitness
  • Seeking muscle definition without surgery
  • Stubborn fat areas that don't respond to exercise
  • Willing to commit to 4-session treatment series
This may not be right if...
  • —Metal implants or electronic devices (pacemaker, IUD) in the area
  • —Significant weight to lose — this isn't a weight-loss tool
  • —Pregnancy
  • —Unrealistic expectations about transformation without fitness

Candidacy is ultimately a conversation. Dr. Mata will determine the right path at consultation.

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Recovery

What to Expect

Every patient heals at their own pace. These milestones offer a realistic roadmap based on hundreds of procedures performed by Dr. Mata.

  1. Immediately After

    Slight muscle fatigue similar to an intense workout. No downtime. Return to normal activity including exercise immediately.

  2. Day 1–2

    Some patients report mild muscle soreness, as after a hard workout. Most feel normal.

  3. Week 1

    Between sessions. Normal activity and exercise recommended.

  4. Week 4 (After Full Series)

    Initial visible results. Continued improvement over next 8 weeks.

  5. Month 3

    Peak results visible. Muscle growth matures, fat reduction stabilizes.

Before & After

Real Results.

A small selection of emsculpt cases. Every patient is unique — these are illustrative outcomes, not guarantees.

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Investment

A Thoughtful Investment in Yourself

Every procedure at Natural Results is quoted privately after a thorough consultation with Dr. Mata. We believe pricing should reflect your anatomy, your goals, and the specific technique required — not a template.

Emsculpt pricing varies by treatment area and session count. Single sessions start at $750 (Emsculpt Neo from $850); a multi-session series can run up to $3,000 depending on area. Treatment packages may be available — ask at consultation.

Starting From
$750
Every Quote Includes
  • Consultation and treatment planning
  • 30-minute session per visit
  • Progress assessment at session 4
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Frequently Asked

Common Questions

01Will I lose weight?+

Modestly, if at all. Emsculpt reduces fat in the treated area (about 30% reduction in the overlying fat layer) and adds muscle mass (about 25% growth). The number on the scale may not change much — but the measurement, shape, and definition will.

02How many sessions will I need?+

Standard protocol is 4 sessions spaced 5–10 days apart. Some patients with higher body fat or larger treatment goals benefit from 6 sessions. Most maintain results with 1–2 maintenance sessions every 3–6 months.

03Does it hurt?+

Not exactly painful, but intense. The contractions are beyond what your muscles can produce voluntarily — it's a strange sensation at first. Most patients describe it as tolerable within the first session and normal by the second.

04Is it a replacement for a BBL or Mommy Makeover?+

No. Emsculpt builds muscle and reduces subcutaneous fat modestly — useful tools for athletic definition, but not comparable to the volume and contour changes surgery produces. For significant body contouring, surgery is the more direct path.

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Emsculpt Consultation

Consultations with Dr. Mata are private, unhurried, and typically last 45 to 60 minutes. Your first conversation sets the foundation for everything that follows.

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