Laser liposuction

Laser liposuction This is a treatment that uses a precisely configured laser beam, the energy of which acts on fat cells and causes them to break down. The procedure enables the reduction of localised fat deposits, including in the chin, face, abdomen, thighs and love handles.

After the crash fat cells The released contents may be partially eliminated from the body through metabolic processes or aspirated using a fine cannula. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic. The recovery period is usually short, and patients can resume their normal daily activities within a few days.

Body fat reduction treatments

Various methods are used in aesthetic medicine to reduce body fat. The most commonly used include: injection lipolysis, cryolipolysis and surgical liposuction.

Injection lipolysis involves the administration of substances that dissolve fat cells, but requires a series of treatments and results in only a limited reduction in volume.

Cryolipolysis It uses controlled cooling, which leads to the gradual breakdown of fat cells.

Surgical liposuction It allows for the removal of a larger amount of fat tissue from selected areas of the body in a single session, but is associated with a longer recovery period and a higher risk of complications.

Laser liposuction – characteristics

Laser liposuction combines fat reduction with skin firming. Laser energy This leads to the breakdown of fat cells, followed by their liquefaction. The result is a reduction in the volume of adipose tissue and an improvement in skin firmness.

The effects of the treatment may become apparent gradually, and the full results are achieved after a few weeks or months, depending on the area and individual physiological factors.

The use of laser technology has been recognised by the FDA as a method to aid in the reduction of body fat, with a low risk of complications under controlled conditions.

The differences between laser liposuction and surgical liposuction

The main difference lies in the extent of invasiveness and the type of anaesthesia used. Laser liposuction is performed under local anaesthesia, whereas surgical liposuction usually requires general anaesthesia.

Laser liposuction does not affect the deep tissue structures to the same extent, which reduces the risk of bleeding and shortens the recovery time. With surgical liposuction, the time taken to return to full activity is longer.

In the laser method, adipose tissue is emulsified, which makes it easier to remove and reduces the invasiveness of the procedure.

Course of treatment

Before the procedure, a medical history is taken and basic diagnostic tests are carried out. The procedure is performed via small incisions in the skin, through which the laser fibre is inserted.

Laser energy It breaks down fat cells, which then turn into an emulsion and are gradually eliminated from the body. For larger areas, the excess emulsion is also suctioned away.

The treatment usually lasts around 45–60 minutes and consists of two stages: fat reduction and stimulation of the skin to promote tightening and firming.

Recovery

It is usually possible to resume normal daily activities after 2–4 days. Any pain experienced is generally mild and can be managed with medication.

Low-intensity physical activity can be introduced after about a week, whilst full workouts can be started after 2–3 weeks. The final results become apparent gradually over a period ranging from a few weeks to a few months.