Q: How does laser-assisted liposuction (ProLipo) differ from traditional liposuction?
A: Both treatments remove unwanted fat but the methods for doing so differ. Traditional liposuction requires a cannula to be inserted under the skin to remove isolated pockets of fat. But when you manually suction fat without newer laser technologies, such as ProLipo and Vaser, the aggressive back and forth motion causes more bleeding, swelling and destruction of tissue. Laser-assisted liposuction is gentler and takes traditional liposuction to the next level by actually melting fat cells before they are removed, causing much less trauma to tissue, resulting in decreased bleeding, swelling and bruising. This ultimately leads to a faster recovery. In fact, the treatment is so comfortable, at Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, patients do not need to be put to sleep; they are kept awake and relaxed.
In addition to melting the fat, ProLipo and Vaser procedures cause the body to stimulate production of collagen, resulting smoother and tighter skin in the targeted area, with continued tightening for up to six months.
Q: I'm not sure if I need cosmetic surgery or if there is a non-surgical procedure that would provide me with the results I'm looking for. What do you suggest?
A: We recommend to patients who are considering plastic surgery that they call Skin Rejuvenation Clinic for a complimentary consultation as well. There have been many advances in the field of non-surgical cosmetic care within the past several years and many times, there is a cost-effective non-surgical alternative that would provide you with exceptional results, with little to no downtime. See an example below of a very satisfied patient who experienced a combination of our injectable and laser services.
BEFORE AFTER RESTYLANE (FILLER) IN LIPS, PERLANE
(FILLER) TO SCULPT CHEEKS, 1 PROFRACTIONAL
LASER WITH MICROLASERPEEL.
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