Why Choose Liposuction Over Other Treatments?
You have probably heard about non-invasive treatments that are good for eliminating fat, such as i-Lipo, Zerona, coolsculpting and Exilis. Those treatments may be promising, but none of those treatments are as effective as liposuction. Liposuction has a proven track record of success, which is why it is so popular. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, liposuction is the most popular type of plastic surgery in America.
Liposuction Vs. New Technologies For Fat Reduction
There are many non-invasive procedures that promise they can reduce fat without surgery. These procedures offer less dramatic results than liposuction. Multiple treatments are typically required, so the procedure typically ends up costing as much as traditional liposuction. Although non-invasive, fat-reducing procedures are growing in popularity, they do not have the track record that liposuction has.
Types Of Liposuction
Liposuction removes fat cells from the body. It also helps sculpt the body. There are different forms of liposuction. However, there are two methods that are considered the gold standard. One is power-assisted liposuction, and the other is traditional suction-assisted liposuction.
The two methods are similar in some ways. Both of them require that the surgeon make small incisions and uses a medicated solution in the treatment areas. The surgeon will insert a cannula into the body in order to break up the fat and remove it. However, during traditional-suction assisted liposuction, the cannula is operated manually. Power-assisted liposuction involves using a vibrating cannula.
There are laser and ultrasound-assisted forms of liposuction. Ultrasound-assisted liposuction can remove fat in areas that are difficult to treat, such as the back or male breast. Ultrasound-assisted liposuction may be more costly. It also requires larger incisions, which increases the risk of complications.
Studies done on laser-assisted liposuction have been quite disappointing. Researchers have found that laser-assisted liposuction does not have significant benefits over power-assisted liposuction or traditional suction-assisted liposuction.
Choose A Surgeon With Experience And Skill
Regardless of the type of liposuction you choose to have, you will need to select a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon. If you are interested in getting liposuction, we encourage you to contact our Orange County offices today!