By: Behnaz Yazdanfar, MD

Laser-assisted liposuction is a revolutionary form of liposuction that makes it possible for patients to lose inches off their bodies without the long recovery period or dangerous side effects associated with traditional liposuction. It can also tighten loose skin to a certain extent, allowing the patient to avoid a subsequent surgical procedure.

The Advantages

Laser-assisted liposuction uses the power of an intense light beam to melt unwanted subcutaneous fat, making it easier to remove and reducing the risk of damaging tissues in the area. Coupled with the coagulation of blood vessels, the technique typically reduces the risk of bruising, swelling and bleeding.

Another benefit is that the overlying skin is tightened to a certain extent since tissue is coagulated in the surgical process. This is an important issue for many patients who experience saggy skin following liposuction, which requires an additional surgical procedure to address the problem.

Laser-assisted liposuction can be a fast procedure that is relatively painless. In my professional experience I have found that patients can resume their usual routines faster in comparison to other traditional forms of liposuction. Any bruising, numbness, and swelling that may occur immediately afterward is to a lesser extent and is considered temporary.

Types of Laser-Assisted Liposuction

Laser assisted liposuction is changing the face of the industry. Patients have quickly found older techniques to be dated and almost archaic, abandoning them for the technologically advanced methods that have been proven to reduce downtime.

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