Laser Liposuction for Body Contouring

Patients often have several options in laser liposuction treatment. In West Hollywood, California and around the nation, patients have discovered the benefits that laser liposuction may provide over more traditional methods. In some circumstances, laser liposuction may be used in conjunction with traditional liposuction techniques that require surgery. In these cases, laser liposuction may be used to 'clean up' what traditional liposuction may have left behind. Those interested in combining this procedure with traditional liposuction techniques should speak with a medical professional to discuss the matter.

Generally, however, laser liposuction procedures are used to treat small pockets of fat deposits that do not respond to diet and exercise. An ideal candidate for many laser liposuction procedures is considered a person in good health who is not obese or overweight. Patients who are in poor health or who are overweight should speak with a medical professional to discuss other options that may be beneficial in improving their health. Patients suffering from various medical problems such as diabetes, liver problems, blood conditions, kidney problems, heat conditions and skin disorders may not be considered candidates for laser liposuction either. It is important for patients to offer full disclosure of their medical history and any medical conditions they may be suffering from to avoid complications during or after treatment.

Patients often have several options when seeking laser liposuction treatment in West Hollywood. There are several treatments on the market that may provide patients with excellent results. The best way for patients to determine which treatment is right for them is by speaking with a medical professional at a reputable clinic. Some of the laser liposuction treatments available at many clinics include Cool Lipo, Slim Lipo, Lipotherme and ProLipo. Many others are also available and patients are encouraged to explore all of their options before making a decision.

Laser liposuction may be used to treat small pockets of fat in the waist, chin, arms, thighs, hips, buttocks, face, neck and pubic mound. Other areas may also be treatable with laser liposuction and patients should discuss these matters with a medical professional. Removing fat with laser liposuction may be only considered semi-permanent. This means that the fat removed through this procedure will not magically reappear, but if the patient regains the weight, fat may return to the area that was treated. Following treatment, patients should lead a healthy lifestyle and practice good diet and exercise habits to keep the fat off.

It may take 2 to 3 treatments before optimal results may be reached. This may vary, however, depending on the area that is to be treated and the treatment used. These are matters best left to be discussed with an experienced medical professional.

A local anesthetic may be used on the area being treated. A pen held device is used to fire the laser. The laser is held close to the skin and the laser breaks apart the fat cells, liquefying them. The liquefied fat cells are disposed of by the body's natural processes. This procedure may also cause small blood vessels to coagulate, which leads to less bruising and bleeding. The laser also promotes the growth of new collagen, which leads to tighter skin in the treated areas.

Following treatment, patients may be required to wear a compression garment to assist in healing and decrease swelling. Bruising may be present following treatment, but this often disappears within 2 to 3 days. Patients are often able to return to work within 24 hours.

Results will begin to appear gradually over a 6 to 8 week period. Each patient is different, however, and recovery times may vary. Patients should speak with a medical professional regarding their results, the procedure itself and any possible side effects.