Different non-surgical liposuction procedures are available for those who prefer minimally invasive techniques. Despite being a relatively safe procedure, liposuction surgery still carries a number of potential complications. Even with the improvements in risk management offered by laser liposuction, all surgical procedures carries a degree of risk. In many cases, the amount of treatment desired is too small to warrant the level of risk involved with any cosmetic surgery procedure. Fat removal without surgery is made possible by understanding the chemical reactions of fat cells to specific solutions. There are three popular nonsurgical liposuction alternatives.
Lipodissolve
A popular nonsurgical technique involves the injection of a chemical solution made up of enzymes and amino acids that act to dissolve the fat of the injection area. Lipodissolve is one such method that is popular in the United States because it offers a faster recovery time. This is technique is useful for very small pockets of fat and the dissolved fat are picked up in the lymphatic system of the body and disposed through urination. In the United States, Lipodissolve is also popular for its effectiveness against cellulite. Facial areas are most common treatment areas particularly the chin and neck.
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is another technique that relies on the injection of chemicals that dissolve fat in a small region. The difference between mesotherapy and Lipodissolve is that mesotherapy has been around for a long time and the solution is less refined. Lipodissolve is popular for the quick recovery time in the United States whereas mesotherapy is very popular in South American countries and Europe. It also works against cellulite which is an added benefit of fat removal through chemical injection. It is nearly pain free and effective in treating small areas without the need for surgical procedures and the risks associated with going under the knife.
Thermage
A minimally invasion technique known as Thermage uses a laser to generate heat causing positive effects to the skin as well as helps the removal of fat under the skin without injections or incisions. It is also a popular alternative to facelift surgery because the heat from the laser causes the collagen in the skin to contract and tighten the skin over the face. At the same time, the fat is literally melted from underneath the skin. This is as minimally invasive as it gets in terms of liposuction and fat removal without surgery.
Liposuction is no longer the only way to remove fat and nonsurgical procedures are available. Just consult a board certified plastic surgeon to review all your options including laser liposuction and liposuction alternatives.
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