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Laser lipo is an abbreviated term for laser liposuction or laser liposculpture. Laser lipo is a cosmetic surgery where fat cells are removed from the body using lasers and a small cannula.
Pre-Surgery
After consulting with a cosmetic surgeon, he outlines the areas on your body where the fat will be extracted. The surgeon will use a strong local anesthesia, allowing you to be awake through the process.
During the Surgery
The surgeon will make a small cut that is a few millimeters wide. He will insert a small tube, a cannula, into the cut. During the surgery, the surgeon will use a laser that will focus energy on the fat cells in the designated area, causing them to be absorbed by the body. The remaining fat cells will be drained out through the tube.
Recovery
Laser lipo is acclaimed as being a quick, "in-and-out" surgery. Many patients go back to work the next day.
Laser lipo vs. Traditional Liposuction
Laser lipo is acclaimed for reducing the amount of bruising and recovery time in comparison to traditional liposuction surgeries.
Risks
Laser liposuction patients must watch their healing incisions to monitor for infection. An infection can lead to scarring, further surgeries, or death.
Source:
Laserliposuctionguide.com: Liposuction Recovery
Aboardcertifiedplasticsurgeonresource.com: Liposuction Recovery
Laserliposuction.org: Laser Liposuction Guide
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