Since the early days of liposuction, the procedure has changed significantly. It’s no longer viewed as an easy way to get rid of excess fat. Modern body contouring focuses more on the proportions, precision tissues’ properties, and relationships between the adjacent parts of the body. Understanding these differences will help those who are looking into the latest techniques for liposuction and make more efficient consultations.
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At PRM Cosmetic Surgery, Los Angeles liposuction takes the form of a custom-designed contouring procedure. In order to avoid treating every patient or part of the body with the same treatment, surgical planning considers the position of fat, the condition and general health of the skin, prior procedures, overall health, and the shape desired by the patient.
The Foundation of Modern Liposuction
Modern techniques are often inspired by tumescent liposuction. This method involves injecting a solution that contains saline and local anesthetic as well as epinephrine into the area of treatment before removing fat. The surgeon is able to remove the fat faster and more efficiently with the use of a smaller, stronger cannula.
Liposuction is performed on the waist and abdomen as well as on the hips, thighs, back buttocks neck. It is primarily intended to contour localized fat deposits instead of serving as a substitute for weight reduction.
Where VASER and Ultrasonic Techniques Are Suitable
VASER lipo utilizes ultrasound-assisted technology to help disrupt the fatty tissue prior to being removed. It can give surgeons another option to perform precise contouring in selected areas.
More broadly, ultrasonic lipo describes approaches that use ultrasound energy as part of the fat-removal process. The potential value isn’t simply the presence of newer technology. Patient anatomy, treatment location, surgical technique, and the degree you want to definition all impact whether an ultrasound-assisted method makes sense.
The consultation should be based on the reason why the method that is chosen is right for each individual, and not assume that one is better than another.
What exactly is Laser-Assisted Liposuction?
Laser lipo is a new technology that utilizes laser energy to contour the body. Similar to ultrasound-assisted procedures, suitability varies by patient and the goal of treatment.
Consumers can easily become overwhelmed by branded technologies and claims regarding the most recent procedures. A skilled surgeon can clarify how a device contributes to the process, its limitations and whether the procedure is performed using a different method will yield an improved outcome.
Revision Procedures Require Different Planning
A patient who’s had previously had liposuction presents a distinct issue. Revision liposuction is a possibility for patients looking to fix any leftover flaws in their contours or excess fat from a previous procedure.
Previously treated tissue could contain scar tissue or a different fat distribution, which makes careful assessment particularly important. The surgeon must determine the extent to which improvements can be made by assessing the skin’s quality and the quantity of tissue left.
Make a list of techniques to use around the patient
The procedure of liposuction is not always able to produce the most effective results. The technology is continually evolving yet surgical judgment is key to a successful body contouring.
Patients can choose between traditional and more advanced cosmetic surgery techniques during a personal consultation. The medical history of the patient, the prior procedures and the anatomy, the goals and factors for recovery are all taken into consideration to determine which procedure is the best for each patient.
