A Look into Liposuction Alternative Technologies

So what makes liposuction alternatives different from traditional liposuction? These treatments distance itself away by the technologies it uses. Traditional liposuction employs surgery. An incision is made to gain access to fat deposits and medical instruments are used to suction or remove fats from the body. The process is quite effective and has been proven to remove the most fat cells in a single treatment.

Liposuction’s effectiveness in removing fat deposits has not stopped the development of liposuction alternative technologies. Treatments that similarly promise to remove fat deposits without the risks and complications associated with liposuction surgery.

Liposuction alternatives does this by employing different techniques. Technologies that have been developed for non-medical purposes but has found its way into clinics.

Ultrasound

Ultrasound technology has been used in medical procedures for enhanced imaging such as those designed to peeking into the womb of pregnant mothers. But it is also being used today for fat reduction. Just like its imaging counterpart, ultrasonic waves are sent deep into the body but it used to destroy stubborn fat deposits. It heats fat cells and destroys it in the process. Aside from eliminating fat deposits, ultrasound technology also promotes collagen building. It actually makes your skin firm and tighter unlike the scars left by liposuction surgery.

Freezing

Here’s another technology that promises to help you shed those unwanted pounds without surgery. Freezing or cryolipolysis helps you get rid of stubborn fat deposits by freezing fat cells. No incisions needed, destroyed fat cells are eliminated as waste products naturally. Cryolipoysis comes with its own limitations. This can only be used on areas with considerable deposits of fats. It can’t be used on sensitive areas where nerve damage can occur. This is not suitable as a body contouring treatment or removing small areas of fat deposits.

Radio Frequency

Radio frequency has been a popular beauty treatment for skin tightening procedures. Most people associate this with skin tightening treatments or facial rejuvenation.  But its benefits are more than skin deep. Medical professionals have managed to increase the range of radio frequencies enabling it reach fat deposits.

Radio waves disrupt fat cell membranes and breaks it down. Radio frequencies could be intensified to reach fat cells below the skin. It can be adjusted to match skin types and according to the target area where fats are to be destroyed.

Laser Liposuction

Laser liposuction is similar to traditional liposuction. It involves a surgical procedure but uses laser technology to destroy fat cells. Just like liposuction surgery, anesthesia is used to desensitize the target area. But instead of using a vacuum, laser liposuction uses laser to destroy fat cells. Laser liposuction requires smaller incisions. It produces lesser tissue trauma and reduces the risk of bleeding. Laser do not only destroy fat cells but also cauterize blood vessels to prevent bleeding.

Making it count

Liposuction and liposuction alternatives can only go so far in helping you lose those unwanted fat deposits. Although fat destruction is permanent it could still go back where fat cells can be located which is basically anywhere in your body. The responsibility of staying slim remains in your hands. Start with eating a healthy diet and living an active lifestyle. These are the best ways to keep your new figure without breaking the bank with another fat loss treatment.

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