LIVE24SEVEN // Fashion, Health & Beauty AE S THE T I C S E X P E R T – DR C LAI R E OL I V E R R E V I EWS Fat reduction, surgical or
Perhaps the decline of the hyper-masculine look fashionable last year to a sharper, more slim line shape has influenced men – and it certainly appears both genders seem encouraged by a new openness in glamorous celebrities admitting they have had ‘a little surgical help’ to enhance their bodies.
As a Medical professional I worry there is a danger this presents the image of cosmetic surgery as a commodity, so the public should always be warned that an operation is both emotionally and physically challenging.
Statistics released by the BAAPS* show the fastest growing surgery at 20% for both men and women alike is Liposuction with double chins, love handles, post pregnancy tummies and man boobs being areas of interest.
THE LOW DOWN ON LIPOSUCTION
Liposuction, developed in the 1980’s has a range of techniques available to suit the patients’ needs.
non surgical
As a surgical procedure it can be performed under local anesthesia, under sedation, or with full general anesthesia. The type of anesthesia you will need depends on the area(s) to be treated and the amount of fat that needs to be removed. In general, the more areas you treat, the more sedation or full general anesthesia you will need. The incisions for liposuction are small, typically less than 1/4 inch, so there isn’t much scarring. There is, however, a recovery period that lasts for a few weeks – bruising and swelling are most common. Post surgery patients are generally required to wear compression garments for a period of time. Finally, the emotional effects of going under the knife, whilst seldom the first thing considered when searching for the perfect body, should be discussed, many surgeons offer both pre and post operative counseling.
The BAAPS posits the theory that some of the most dramatic rises in number of surgeries could be linked to the fact the public are realising non-surgical treatments have limited effect when compared to traditional surgery.
THE LOW DOWN ON NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS
I believe the public continues to find it difficult and confusing to source accurate and understandable information for a wide range of highly effective non-surgical treatments from the overwhelming realms of information posted on line.
To cut through the noise, here is my advice on how to determine which non-surgical fat reduction treatment is right for you:
Firstly, I recommendation you eliminate all treatments NOT approved by the FDA (Food & Drug Administration). All those cleared by the FDA will have undergone intense scrutiny as to their clinical safety and efficacy.
Secondly, research the differences between a heat or cold based fat reduction treatment. Once decided search for medical professionals with proven track records who personally undertake those types of treatments. Contact a few clinics and request information. Book a consultation with the professional who will undertake the treatment for you, discuss in more depth and ask to see the results they have personally delivered. Finally Industry best practice requires patients to be offered a ‘cooling off period’ so ensure you use the time to speak with some of their patients to hear their personal experiences.
A HEAD START TO NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS
As a guide to aid your research here is my personal short list of FDA cleared, non-surgical fat reduction treatments:
CoolSculpting® by Zeltiq, is the number 1 fat freezing treatment in the UK. In my opinion it is the most innovative, non-surgical and natural way to quickly lose those bulges of stubborn fat. This treatment provides truly remarkable results. Using FDA approved science Cryolipolysis; fat cells are cooled, destroyed and
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