Woman measuring her waist with a tape measure for weight loss.When weight loss stalls despite your best efforts, the challenge may involve more than your willpower. Semaglutide is a prescription medication that helps control appetite and reduce cravings, giving many people the support they need to achieve meaningful, sustainable weight loss.

At The Plastic Surgery Center in Sacramento, CA, board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Wayne Yamahata, Dr. Scott Green, Dr. Rudy Coscia, and Dr. Patrick Hancock have helped patients throughout Sacramento, Granite Bay, Roseville, and Northern California achieve their goals since 1969 with advanced treatments like medically supervised semaglutide weight loss.

What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is an FDA-approved medication originally developed to help manage Type 2 diabetes. It is also widely used for medical weight loss because it mimics a natural hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite and blood sugar.

When paired with healthy lifestyle changes, semaglutide can help you lose weight more effectively and maintain your progress over time.

How Semaglutide Helps You Lose Weight

Semaglutide supports weight loss in several ways:

  • Helps reduce hunger throughout the day
  • Increases feelings of fullness after eating
  • Slows stomach emptying so you stay satisfied longer
  • Helps reduce cravings and overeating
  • Supports healthier blood sugar regulation

Because you naturally feel less hungry, it often becomes easier to make healthier food choices and stick with a lower-calorie eating plan.

Who May Be a Good Candidate?

Semaglutide may be appropriate if you:

  • Have a BMI that falls within treatment guidelines
  • Have struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone
  • Want a non-surgical weight loss option
  • Are committed to maintaining healthy eating and regular physical activity

A consultation is the best way to determine whether semaglutide is right for your health history and weight loss goals.

What Results Can You Expect?

Weight loss varies from person to person, but many people begin noticing gradual progress over several weeks. The best results typically come from combining semaglutide with nutritious eating habits, regular exercise, and ongoing medical guidance. Consistency is key to achieving and maintaining long-term success.

Start Your Weight Loss Journey

At The Plastic Surgery Center, we can help you determine whether semaglutide is a good fit for your goals and create a treatment plan that supports lasting results. 

If you live in Sacramento, Granite Bay, Roseville, or the surrounding area, call 916-848-5780 to schedule your consultation and learn more about semaglutide weight loss.