Exercise and diet are still the most effective ways to lose weight. However, they often fail of getting rid of stubborn fat deposits in certain areas of the body e.g. abdomen, thighs, arms, back and knees.
At Body by Kotoske, we perform liposuctions to get rid of localized deposits of fats and to fine-tune your body contour. Liposuction uses suction techniques to get rid of unwanted fat deposits in these troublesome areas.
Traditional liposuction is considered to be an invasive procedure and it requires general anesthesia. During this procedure, patients can expect bleeding and pain and discomfort after the procedure. And of course there’s the downtime and recovery.
Thanks to modern technological advancements, liposuctions has turned into a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure which can be performed under local anesthetic.
If a patient is struggling to get rid of larger fat deposits, then a conventional liposuction is the way to go. But, if you only have small amounts of excess fat, and you also have youthful and elastic skin, you can then opt-in for a minimally invasive liposuction. Here’s a quick glance on the key differences between the two procedures:
| Traditional Liposuction | Minimally-invasive Liposuction |
|---|---|
| General anesthesia – patient is asleep through the entire procedure | Local anesthesia – patient is awake through the procedure |
| Cannula (suction tube) is moved back and forth to break up the excess fat from the tissue | Uses heat or energy to melt the fat deposits in order to remove them easily |
| Can cause trauma to the tissue | Can’t cause trauma to the tissue |
| Large incisions are used for large cannulas | Only smaller cannulas are used so there’s no need for large incisions |
| Can leave behind loose skin | Removes excess fat and tightens skin |
| Longer hospital stay | Outpatient procedure and patient can return home the same day |
| Involves some bleeding and swelling | Less bleeding, discomfort and pain |
| Can leave scars | Hardly visible scarring |
| Longer downtime and recovery | Short downtime and recovery |
Furthermore, conventional liposuctions usually cost more than minimally-invasive liposuctions. Some of the minimally-invasive liposuction options include:
Smartlipo Triplex – This is considered to be the golden standard for minimally-invasive liposuction. The procedure, thanks to laser-assisted apparatus, can treat almost any body part and it can eliminate the fat deposit, tighten the skin and stimulate collagen production
VASERlipo – This approach uses ultrasound to break down the fat deposits which are then removed through a suction procedure. It also tightens the skin and provides smoother results.
BodyTite – This liposuction method uses radiofrequency and it is very effective against stubborn fat deposits and cellulite. The frequency liquefies the fat deposits which is them suctioned and it also coagulates blood vessels and tightens the skin.
Healthy people with minor and less-stubborn fat deposits are ideal candidates for minimally-invasive liposuction procedure. Their skin elasticity should be moderate and they should be within 30% of their ideal body weight.
However, the most important factor which ultimately determines the outcome of your liposuction procedure is the experience and skillset of the cosmetic surgeon you pick. Great results require a surgeon who has thorough understanding of your body’s shape and curves and who can also best utilize advanced technologies in liposuction.
If you’re unable to ‘shake off’ excess fat, no matter how hard you exercise, you might be eligible for a liposuction procedure. Contact Dr. Kotoske today, schedule and appointment and let us help you get rid of the stubborn fat deposits.
