What is Laser Liposuction?
Liposuction is a technique used by plastic surgeons to remove fat from unwanted areas in the body. Traditionally, liposuction is performed primarily on women in areas such as the flanks, stomach, and arms. However, liposuction among men has become very popular in the last 2 decades and now men are getting liposuction to be rid of love handles, to sculpt abdominals, and to remove hard-to-reach fat in the arms and thighs. All liposuction procedures utilize cannulas, small metal tubes, to remove fat out of areas of the body being treated. Prior to the removal of fat, patients are injected with a saline solution called tumescent solution that liquefies and breaks up the fat particles. Laser liposuction is unique in that it inserts a thin laser fiber under the skin to further break up fat cells and also to heat the treated area. The heat promotes skin tightening and the growth of collagen, which can smooth the skin surrounding the area being liposuctioned. A benefit of laser assisted liposuction is that the melting of fat before removal makes the procedure more gentle on the patient, which reduces the amount of bruising and swelling in some patients compared to traditional liposuction.
What to Expect During Your Consultation
Prior to your consultation, Dr. Edward S. at the Kole Plastic Surgery Center will take a full medical history and will ensure that you are a good candidate for plastic surgery. Men who are good candidates for the procedure are generally healthy, at an ideal weight, are non-smokers, and who have realistic goals for their procedure. During your consultation with Dr. Kole, he will explain to you the liposuction procedure and the added benefits on laser-assisted liposuction. Dr. Kole will assess with you your goals of surgery, and will explain what your body will look like after laser liposuction. Dr. Kole reminds all patients that liposuction is not a weight loss procedure, but it is a body sculpting procedure that can help men look years younger and can reveal a fit and healthy appearance that is hiding underneath unwanted fat. Dr. Kole will also discuss with you what other alternatives you may have, including different types of liposuction procedures including traditional liposuction, power assisted liposuction, ultrasonic liposuction , CoolSculpting (non-invasive) liposuction or other adjunct or alternative procedures that might better suit your body type or your goals of surgery.
What Areas Can be Treated with Laser Assisted Liposuction?
Nearly any area of the body with excess fat can be treated with laser assisted liposuction. Certain problem areas are more common among men, including the abdominal region, the neck, the buttocks and the thighs. As men age, fat deposits around the body in a different patterns than in women. This produces problem areas that are different from where women traditionally get liposuction. One of the most problematic areas for men is the stomach and abdominals, as fat tends to accumulate around the middle. Laser assisted liposuction is a great option to get rid of fat in this area since it can both remove excess fat and contribute to skin tightening, which will leave you with a natural and more muscular abdominal section. Other areas that are treated with laser liposuction include the thighs and upper arms, which are areas that are difficult to sculpt even with regular exercise and diet. For those hard-to-reach areas, laser assisted liposuction is a great option.
How can I get more information about laser assisted liposuction?
Dr. Kole at the Kole Plastic Surgery Center believes it is extremely important for all patients to be well informed before going into any surgical procedure. In order to help their patients become knowledgeable, the doctor takes time to meet with every patient in order to discuss their upcoming surgery. While there is a good amount of information online about liposuction procedure for men, Dr. Kole insists that you meet with him for a consultation to get all of your questions answered. Each surgery is slightly different because each patient is coming with unique problem areas and goals, so the best way to become more informed about male laser assisted liposuction is to speak directly with a board-certified plastic surgeon about how the procedure could benefit you.
To schedule your complimentary consultation with Dr. Kole today, please call 215-315-7655 to speak with our staff and make your appointment.
