Everyone in Dallas knows that no matter how much you diet and exercise, there are always stubborn, localized pockets of fat that will not go away. Your reason for choosing laser liposuction may be as simple as just wanting to look better in your clothes. While liposuction is not a replacement for a healthy lifestyle, it can make you look and feel better.
What is Laser Lipolysis (Laser Lipo Plano)?
Dr. Caglia performs Laser Lipolysis for patients from Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Garland, Addison, Mesquite and throughout Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico to rapidly dissolve fat and tighten the surrounding skin almost anywhere in the body. FDA cleared SlimLipo (laser-assisted lipolysis) system is a new Laser Body Sculpting procedure that offers a faster, safer and less invasive alternative to other traditional liposuction methoids with fewer side effects and a shorter recovery time. Most importantly, it has a more fat selective wavelenght making this device far more effective than SmartLipo, CoolLipo or Lipotherme and undobtedly will become the Gold Standard for laser liposuction. Laser liposuction technology with SlimLipo is revolutionizing the way liposuction is done. Be Now FDA-approved, this revolutionary and minimally invasive procedure uses a laser to offer less bleeding, swelling and bruising and a quicker recovery time than conventional liposuction.
View video to see the fat melting difference between the SlimLipo 924 nm wavelength on the left and the SmartLipo 1064 nm wavelength on the right. As you will see, the area directly in front of the the laser tip (SlimLipo on left) shows larger areas of fat melting vs. the one on the right. This leads to greater melting of fat and a more efficient device.
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Using local tumescent anesthesia, the procedure is performed with a small flexible cannula that contains a laser fiber that when moved back and forth the laser energy dissolves (liquifies) fat and tightens the surrounding skin.
How does Laser Lipolysis (Laser Lipo Dallas) differ from liposuction?
Laser Lipolysis adds a "skin tightening" element to a liposuction procedure. It stimulates the production of collagen and breaks up dimples. Laser Lipolysis is often combined with traditional liposuction. In most instances this is a two-step procedure that only requires local anesthesia.
Laser Lipolysis uses smaller instruments and laser technology. It is a more efficient method of removing fat from small areas of the face, neck, arms, and abdomen and areas where the skin is lax. Laser Lipolysis causes less bleeding, bruising and swelling, which results in a faster recovery.
What is Tumescent Anesthesia?
This is the fluid that is injected into the fat to make your procedure pain free. It consists of Saline, Lidocaine (deadens the nerves providing anesthesia) and Epinephrine which constricts (closes down) small blood vessels to decrease blood loss and bruising as well as making the anesthesia last longer and slow the absorption of the tumescent anesthesia fluid. The tumescent fluid also reduces pain after the procedure because it remains in the body for approximately 14-18 hours after your procedure.
Do I need any other sedation?
Normally, patients do very well with just oral sedation and tumescent anesthesia, however, there are patients that request conscious sedation and this can be discussed with your physician and be provided with a CRNA.
What is the advantage of SlimLipo over other laser lipolysis (Laser Lipo) devices?
Palomar Medical recently developed SlimLipo the newest cutting -edge body sculpting laser liposuction technology which will revolutionize the way liposuction is done. The word SLIM stands for Selective Laser Induced Melting and what is new is the dual laser wavelenght 924/975 nm which more selectively melts fat than other existing laser lipo devices. All laser liposuction machines are not equal. You need to understand the importance of the laser wavelength used to melt fat. Most laser liposuction machines on the market today use a 1064nm (SmartLipo) or 1320nm (CoolLipo) or 980nm (LipoTherme) wavelength which are water selective. Actually the best wavelength which is most absorbed by fat is 924nm (SlimLipo), which zaps the fat cell itself and liquifies it. SlimLipo melts 3 times more fat than SmartLipo and 2 times more than the CoolLipo device. SlimLipo's unique laser technology simultaneously blends 924nm & 975nm wavelenghts for preferential absorption by fat and dermal tissue heating respectively. The 975nm is the wavelength that heats water in the dermal tissue of the skin resulting in skin tightening and increased production of collagen and elastic tissue. This results in progressive skin tightening over a 2-6 month period, while the 924nm wavelengh melts the fat (adipose) cells. With this device the physician has the option to fire both wavelengths at the same time for greater efficiency or use them individually depending on the particular patient. With SlimLipo's unique treatment tip design, more tissue is affected resulting in a large "lipid liberation zone" surrounding the entire treatment tip.
What are the advantages of Laser Lipolysis (Laser Lipo) over other procedures?
- Quicker recovery time
- Minimal scarring, bleeding or bruising
- Smaller incisions
- Fewer side effects
- Minimal discomfort
- Local anesthesia
- Often provides skin tissue tightening
- Laser selectively dissolves fat unlike conventional liposuction which can destroy other tissue
The best candidates for Laser Lipolysis (Laser Lipo):
- Have tried to eliminate bulges through diet, exercise and weight loss
- Have distinct areas of localized fat that are disproportionate to the rest of their bodies
- Have realistic expectations and are only slightly overweight BMI <30
- Understand that Laser Lipolysis is not a substitute for weight loss
- Be in good health
How are the benefits of Laser Lipolysis (Laser Lipo) measured?
Cosmetically speaking, successful treatment is measured in inches rather than pounds. The weight removed is not as important as the improvement in your body's contour. Most important is your improved self-image and self acceptance.
Is the fat removal permanent?
The fat removal is permanent. Should you gain weight, the fat will return to the areas not treated with the laser. For best results, maintain a healthy diet and exercise program.
How many treatments are required?
Laser Lipolysis can take 30 minutes on the neck and several hours on larger areas. Most patients have only one treatment. However, a touch up treatment may be required in some patients after 6 months.
How will my figure look after surgery?
Shortly after the procedure, the treated area will appear tighter, compact and smaller. The skin tightening is a gradual process and with continual improvement best results are seen after several months. You may also note areas that are firm and irregular which is normal and usually subsides in in 6-8 weeks. You will be instructed in the use of your compression garment and to begin massage to the area treated in 10-12 days after your procedure. Following your doctors orders will help eliminate post laser lipo complications.
What will my recovery be like?
After Dr. Caglia performs Laser Lipolysis, patients are back to work in only a few days. You will go home after the procedure and rest for a few hours, after which you may gradually increase your activity as tolerated and is encouraged. A pressure garment will be placed over the procedure area for several weeks depending on the body area treated. Refrain from strenuous exercise for several weeks.