CHOOSE YOUR TREATMENT Fat Removal (Energy Assisted) Ideal for those who want to get rid of stubborn areas of fat at the same time as tightening skin,
energy-assisted fat removal differs from Body Sculpting - Energy Assisted (p 58) in that it uses suction to remove the fat and the energy source - usually laser, ultrasound or radiofrequency - is used to both liquefy the fat, making it easier to remove, and tighten the skin.
Who does it? Who is suitable?
for ultrasound-assisted liposuction isVASER. ● Plastic Surgeon ● Cosmetic Doctor
It is generally considered that laser-assisted fat removal is more suitable for smaller areas of fat, like the face or chin, while ultrasound- and radiofrequency-assisted devices can treat larger areas, like the stomach or thighs. These are not weight loss procedures, and if you are overweight your surgeon might recommend aWeight Loss Programme (p 141) before s/he will agree to treat you.
A full consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended prior to treatment, as it is important that your full medical history is taken, to check for any contraindications.
What’s the treatment like?
In laser-assisted liposuction - the most common form of which is SmartLipo MPX - a tiny incision is made in the treatment area, through which a specially calibrated laser is inserted to heat up the fat cells, turning them to liquid. Then a very fine cannula is inserted through the same incision to suction out the fat.
Ultrasound-assisted liposuction follows much the same process, but uses ultrasonic waves to break up the fat and the incision is often slightly
larger.The best known system
BodyTite is the market-leading machine for radiofrequency-assisted
liposuction.The fat is melted using a handpiece that is held to the surface of the skin whilst the cannula sucks out the fat. Its proponents claim that this offers a significant improvement in skin tightening, so it’s an ideal procedure for those who have lost a lot of weight.
All of these procedures are performed using local anaesthetic, but treatment time will vary depending on the system and the treatment area.
What happens afterwards?
The use of energy means that the procedure is not so traumatic as liposuction, so although there may be some bruising, it is unlikely to be extensive.
Some clinics market these as ‘lunchtime’ procedures, which they aren’t – you will still need to allow yourself a day or two’s rest, but normal activities can usually be resumed pretty quickly.
Will I have a scar? Cost From £1,500 to £5,000
New technology behind fat removal devices such as BodyJet from Sigmacon means that the success in utilising those fat cells in the process of fat transfer or grafting has become much greater.
We interview consultant plastic surgeon Mr Fazel Fatah ofTheWestbourne Centre who was one of the first practitioners in the UK to offer the new procedure BodyJet LipoModelling with FatTransfer.
“The conventional technique of fat grafting has many variables that can reduce the success rate of the graft. The BodyJet, however, harvests the fat at a constant low pressure and reduces the need for additional processing and handling of the fat, which is beneficial for the success of the fat graft.
You may have a small scar, but it will fade quickly and it’s unlikely to be very noticeable.
Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Fazel Fatah on fat transfer after fat removal
“Although it is suitable for use in the hands and face, as well as the buttocks and breasts, I would say it stands out for large volume fat graft. In my practice, I predominantly use it for breast reconstruction procedures to improve on overall results and replace silicone implants.
“So far I've been very pleased with the results and efficiency of the system, but the overall success is down to the practitioner's technique. If you don't graft it in the right way then the patient can still be left unhappy with the results.”
Contact Mr
Fatahwww.westbournecentre.com
0121 456 0880 For more information on BodyJet LipoModelling with fat transfer
visitwww.sigmacon.co.uk
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