Is Lipo 360 Revision Right For You?
Lipo 360 may be a suitable option for individuals who struggle with stubborn pockets of fat around their abdomen, waist, hips, and back, despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise. If you’re bothered by excess fat in these areas and desire a more contoured and sculpted physique, liposuction 360 degrees could be worth considering.
Ideal candidates for Lipo 360 typically:
Have realistic expectations: Understanding that Lipo 360 is not a weight loss solution but rather a body contouring procedure is crucial. It can enhance body shape and contour but may not significantly affect overall weight.
Are at a stable weight: Lipo 360 is most effective for individuals who are close to their ideal weight but have specific areas of stubborn fat that are resistant to diet and exercise.
Have good skin elasticity: Good skin elasticity ensures that the skin can adapt well to the new contours after fat removal. If skin elasticity is poor, additional procedures like skin tightening may be recommended.
Are in good overall health: Candidates should be in good physical and mental health to undergo surgery and the recovery process.
Have realistic expectations: Understanding the limitations and potential outcomes of the procedure is essential for satisfaction with the results.
Before deciding if Lipo 360 is right for you, it’s essential to consult with Dr.Tatarian. They can assess your individual needs, goals, and medical history to determine if you are a suitable candidate for the procedure and guide you through the process to achieve the best possible results.
What Is The Lipo 360 Procedure
Liposuction revision is an outpatient procedure that can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with IV sedation, depending upon the technique used and the extent of the procedure.
Prior to your appointment date for surgery, Dr. Tatarian may request that you visit your medical doctor for a checkup and for any necessary lab work and x-rays. Precise preoperative instructions will be provided, and all necessary prescriptions will be given to you. All aspirin, aspirin-containing products, and anti-inflammatory products must be stopped at least ten days before and for ten days after your surgery. You will also be given a list of vitamins and homeopathic preparations to take prior to and after your surgery to promote healing and limit bruising.
Dr. Tatarian makes small incisions in inconspicuous locations to insert a hollow tube called a cannula into the skin. Using the popular tumescent liposuction technique, fluid is added to reduce bleeding and pain. The cannula is attached to a clear plastic tube and connected to a vacuum device. Excess fat is then removed in layers until a pleasing improvement is made.
Types of Liposuction Procedures
Ultrasonic-Assisted Liposuction (UAL)
Ultrasonic-Assisted Liposuction (UAL) uses patented VASER® technology and the advanced LipoSelection® technique to make it less invasive than traditional liposuction. Using state-of-the-art ultrasound technology to gently reshape the body, VASER LipoSelection is able to specifically target the fat while conserving other surrounding tissues. There are limits with this technique, but it is appropriate for many patients.
Water-Assisted Liposuction
Water-Assisted Liposuction (Body-Jet) is a technique that also uses a cannula and suctions out the unwanted fat, but in this case, the removed fat cells are harvested so that they can be transferred/grafted to another part of the body, such as in a buttock lift. Using a gentle spray of sterile salt water to isolate and remove the fat cells, this method allows 80% of the removed fat to be grafted, compared to approximately 60% with traditional techniques.
Laser-Assisted Liposuction
Laser-Assisted Liposuction (Laser-Assisted Lipoplasty (LAL) or SmartLipo) is an innovative procedure for both removing excess fat and firming loose skin. It is minimally invasive and uses a single laser fiber that is introduced through a small cannula that has been inserted into a small incision.
BodyTite Pro RFAL
With the combination of liposuction methods and RF energy, Body Tite Pro removes fat gently from the body. The procedure reduces fat cells permanently without traces of swelling, bleeding, or pain. The recovery process lasts only three to five days and is normally painless. Read more about BodyTite Pro RFAL.
Liposuction Revision Recovery
You are fitted with an elastic garment after surgery that you must wear for two to three weeks. You can go home a couple of hours after the procedure in the care of a friend or family member. We can arrange for a private nurse at your request.
Most patients describe the pain following liposuction revision as mild. Pain medication will be prescribed, and you can expect some bruising and swelling. The bruising will resolve within a week or so, but the swelling may take two weeks to go down completely. Most people take no more than a week off from work, and exercise should be avoided for at least two weeks.
We will encourage you to walk short distances for the first several days after your procedure, and we will, of course, monitor your healing progress.
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