Suction assisted lipectomy older standard technique of fat removed by inserting a metal tube called a cannula under the skin to remove fat by aspiration with a suction force. Fat cells actually torn and siphoned from below the skin. Other supporting tissues under the skin are also removed. This procedure is very traumatic and can result in bruising and swelling and pain after surgery can cause prolonged recovery. A result for fat removal is excellent, but the lacks of uniformity in the appearance of skin and loose skin after treatment have been reported in less than 20% of patients.
The new laser liposuction technique involves first placing a small laser fiber under the skin to melt or liquefy fat before removing it. This makes for fat removal is much less traumatic, because many of the aspirations of smaller cannulas can be used and there is less tissue trauma and damage to non-fat tissue. After laser fat melting process of small cannula about half the size of the older cannulas are used to eliminate the liquid fat. In addition, heat generated by the laser causes the skin to tighten, and the results of my Boston area patients have shown improvement after liposuction, laser skin tightening. In addition to liquid or melted fat, fat cells are more injured, but were not removed by laser. much fat is absorbed by tissue, so the actual volume of fat extracted is typically less than the use of this new technology. Small areas can be treated without extraction. For more information on laser liposuction before and after just follow the link by clicking them.