You want non-surgical liposuction, but you aren’t sure of the options available to you. This cosmetic procedure is going to be very popular in 2012. Now, we’ll go through some basic, non-surgical liposuction procedures and weigh the pros and cons of each.
Traditional liposuction involves the insertion of a cannula, or small tube, into the skin of a patient. Fat is then dissolved and sucked out of the body using a vacuum. Modern-day advancements in laser and ultrasound technology have minimized the invasiveness of this procedure, but anesthesia is usually required and, as with all surgical treatments, there is at least some pain and discomfort afterward.
With non-surgical liposuction, anesthesia isn’t required. You can continue with your day after the procedure, saving you valuable time and money. One non-surgical liposuction option, an herbal pill called Lecithin, doesn’t even require a visit to a doctor at all, although medical consultation is always advised when trying any new diet regimen. Lecithin uses the same key ingredient as LipoDissolve, only taken orally instead of injected into the body. Reviews on this product are mixed, however, and the FDA has not approved Lecithin’s active ingredient, Phosphatidylcholine, for use in weight loss.
LipoDissolve injects Phosphatidylcholine, with a varied mix of other chemicals, directly into the body using the same small tube, called a cannula that is used in other liposuction procedures. The fat is dissolved and exits the body through the patient’s urine, eliminating the invasive vacuum procedure used for fat removal in other liposuction procedures. As with many of the other non-surgical liposuction procedures, reviews on LipoDissolve are mixed and the medical community has not yet embraced it as a method of removing fat.
Non-Surgical Liposuction Is Worthy of Your Consideration!
Similar to LipoDissolve, Mesotherapy uses the same basic concept of LipoDissolve, only instead of inserting a tube, Mesotherapy uses small needles. The doctor injects the fat-dissolving medication into the desired areas, dissolving fat cells, which then are removed naturally through the patient’s urine. This type of non-surgical liposuction has been popular in Europe for years, but it hasn’t quite clicked in America yet.
A form of non-surgical liposuction called Thermage uses radio frequencies to tighten and contour the skin, resulting in a more toned appearance. While this does nothing to remove fat, it is completely non-invasive and can result in a more youthful appearance.
Velashape is another non-surgical liposuction procedure. Similar to Thermage, Velashape uses a combination of radio frequencies, infrared light, and vacuum and mechanical massage to minimize trama. Massage helps with fat dissolution. This is not completely non-invasive, however, as a tube and vacuum are used to remove fat once the fat has been broken up.
If you’re looking for results with minimal invasiveness, consider laser liposuction. While it is not non-surgical liposuction, laser liposuction dissolves fat using a laser directed by the cannula. This minimizes bruising, pain, and healing time, and is more effective than many of the non-surgical liposuction procedures currently available. Ultrasound liposuction might also be an option. Anesthesia can minimize pain and many patients are able to go back to work right away, although rest is definitely recommended.
While non-surgical liposuction is not proven to be as effective as surgical liposuction procedures, these are some great options for those wanting to target a few problem areas with as little disruption in their lives as possible.
In 2012 when the money are tight, this may be your favorite option. But, as always do your research before getting any type of procedure and make sure you use a respected surgeon and clinical facility.
