Type: Non-surgical
Result Durability: Variable, depending on the area
Type of Anesthesia: No Anesthesia
Procedure Time: 30 minutes to 1 hour
Results Appear: Several weeks to months
Downtime: None
Type: Non-surgical
Result Durability: Depends on the patient's hair condition. Several sessions may be required to get good results.
Type of Anesthesia: No Anesthesia
Procedure Time: Less than 1 hour
Results Appear: 3-6 weeks after starting treatment
Average Price: About $1,300
Type: Non-surgical
Result Durability: After completing required sessions, results will be long-lasting and in some cases even permanent.
Type of Anesthesia: Topical or No Anesthesia
Procedure Time: Less than 1 hour
Results Appear: Initial results after 2-3 sessions; Final results after 6 sessions or more.
Average Price: About $300
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: As long as you follow a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, results are long-lasting or even permanent
Type of Anesthesia: General or Conscious Sedation
Procedure Time: 1-5 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results immediately; Final results 6-8 months after procedure
Average Price: About $4,500
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: As long as you maintain a stable weight
Type of Anesthesia: Typically General
Procedure Time: 2-4 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results immediately; Final results 4-6 months after surgery
Average Price: About $6,000
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: As long as you follow a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a balanced diet, results are long-lasting or even permanent.
Type of Anesthesia: General or Conscious Sedation
Procedure Time: 1-3 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results after 3-4 weeks; Final results after 2-5 months.
Average Price: About $6,500
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: Up to 10 years
Type of Anesthesia: General
Procedure Time: 2-3 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results 6 months after surgery; Best results 1-2 years after surgery
Average Price: About $14,500
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: Up to 10 years
Type of Anesthesia: General
Procedure Time: 2-4 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results 6 months after surgery; Best results 1-2 years after surgery
Average Price: About $20,000
Type: Non-surgical
Result Durability: As long as the balloon remains in the stomach (usually around 6 months)
Type of Anesthesia: typically conscious sedation
Procedure Time: 20-30 Minutes
Results Appear: A few weeks after procedure
Average Price: About $8,500
Type: Surgical
Result Durability: Up to 20 years
Type of Anesthesia: General or Conscious Sedation
Procedure Time: 2-3 Hours
Results Appear: Initial results immediately; Final results a few weeks after surgery
Average Price: About $7,500