Lipotherme
Lipotherme is a safe, effective procedure performed by Dr. Soto that uses a laser to liquefy and remove unwanted fat in targeted body zones. In addition to removing unwanted fat, Lipotherme's thermal effect causes the skin to tighten, resulting in firmer, smoother skin that further enhances your body shaping goals.
Why LIPOTHERME?
~ Patented technology allows you to remain awake during the procedure.
Only local anesthetic is needed, so NO anesthesia!!
~ Minimally invasive and minimal healing time is required,
which means you'll be back in action in less time.
~ Lipotherme has been approved by the FDA for laser-assisted lipolysis.
Before Procedure - Actual Dr. Soto Patient Photos
Six Weeks After Procedure - Actual Dr. Soto Patient Photos
About Lipotherme
Throughout history, heat has been used to promote health and well being. Lipotherme is a revolutionary technique that harnesses the power of heat-generating lasers to selectively break up unwanted body fat and reshape your body.
Lipo means fat, and therme means heat; so Lipotherme is literally the controlled application of heat to liquefy fat.
The clinical term for this type of procedure is laser-assisted lipolysis (also called laser lipolysis or laser lipo for short) which is an evolution of traditional liposuction. Although effective, traditional liposuction is considered a highly-invasive procedure. By contrast, Lipotherme laser lipolysis is a minimally-invasive procedure with virtually no downtime. Most patients resume normal activities the day after their procedure, however, it is recommended you wait several days before resuming strenuous activity such as exercising. Depending on your goals and physical condition, Lipotherme can be an alternative to traditional liposuction, or your doctor may recommend a combination therapy of Lipotherme with traditional liposuction.
Lipotherme is the result of years of research into the ideal methods for targeting unwanted fat “zones” and eliminating them from the human body. Lipotherme was developed by a team of European researchers and thousands of satisfied patients have benefited from it.
Procedure
Dr. Soto will first administer a mild numbing agent to the targeted zone. Then a small metal tube called a cannula is inserted under the skin and a tiny laser beam is fired as Dr. Soto moves the cannula back and forth. As the laser warms the fat cells, it creates a thermal effect. Fat cells, which are highly receptive to thermal energy, are liquefied. Next Dr. Soto will aspirate (suction) the liquefied fat cells away.
Before Procedure - Actual Dr. Soto Patient Photos
Four Weeks After Procedure - Actual Dr. Soto Patient Photos
(Photos are for illustration purposes only; indicidual results may vary.)
Treatment Information
During a pre-procedure consultation, Dr. Soto will work with you to discuss your goals, explain the procedure and set realistic expectations. At your consultation, we will perform a Body Mass Index (BMI) test. This information, in combination with other health information, will be used to determine the potential outcomes you should expect. Lipotherme is ideal for removing unwanted fat in selected body zones with all patients reporting results post-procedure due to the reduction in fat and the instantaneous skin tightening, but results will vary depending on a host of factors such as age, hormones, BMI and other health indicators. Dr. Soto or another staff member will thoroughly brief you on all pre-procedure and post-procedure precautions.
FAQs
Q: What is Lipotherme?
A: Lipotherme is among the safest, most effective procedures that uses a laser (similar to those used in surgical procedures) to liquefy and remove unwanted fat in targeted body zones. In addition to removing unwanted fat, Lipotherme's thermal effect causes the skin to contract, often resulting in firmer, smoother skin that further enhances your body shaping goals.
The clinical term for this type of procedure is laser-assisted lipolysis (also called laser lipolysis or laser lipo for short) which is an evolution of traditional liposuction.
Q: How does Lipotherme work?
A: Your doctor will first administer a mild numbing agent to the targeted body zone. Then a small metal tube called a cannula is inserted under the skin and a tiny laser beam is fired as the doctor moves the cannula back and forth. As the laser warms the fat cells, it creates a thermal effect. Fat cells, which are highly receptive to thermal energy, are liquefied and removed permanently. As an added benefit of Lipotherme, the heat produced during the treatment creates a skin tightening effect, thus helping create a more balanced skin texture.
Q: What body zones can be treated with Lipotherme?
A: Lipotherme is used to treat localized fat deposits in the following areas:
Abdomen
Waist (love handles)
Back (bra line)
Thighs (inner and outer)
Hips (saddle bags)
Face (chin and cheeks)
Knees
Arms (back of arms)
Ankles
Q: What are the benefits to Lipotherme laser-assisted lipolysis?
A: Lipotherme is the ideal body shaping tool for reducing localized fat deposits in areas that are resistant to exercise and diet. Lipotherme allows your doctor to selectively target unwanted fat deposits and eliminate them. You'll see an overall circumference reduction in the targeted zone, as well as skin tightening in the treated area.
Q: Is Lipotherme the same thing as liposuction?
A: Lipotherme and liposuction are both highly effective procedures for the removal of unwanted fat, however, Lipotherme laser lipolysis is a minimally-invasive procedure with virtually no downtime. Traditional liposuction is considered a highly-invasive procedure and may require several days or even weeks of down time. In addition, Lipotherme is excellent for treating certain areas that traditional liposuction cannot treat such as the bra line, under the chin, above the knees and ankles. Depending on your goals and physical condition, Lipotherme can be an alternative to traditional liposuction, or your doctor may recommend a combination therapy of Lipotherme with traditional liposuction.
Q: How soon will I see results and how long will my results last?
A: Typically, you'll see dramatic improvement within 4 to 6 weeks after the treatment, but some areas such as the neck and jaw can show even faster results. Because healing and metabolism rates are different with everyone, results following a Lipotherme treatment usually require 12 to 16 weeks to become fully apparent and improvement continues to be seen for several months.
Q: Is this a "one-time" treatment?
A: Lipotherme treatments are typically considered "one-time" treatments. In adults, fat cells usually do not grow back once they've been removed. If you gain weight after having Lipotherme, the excess fat will likely accumulate in areas where you did not have the treatment. After the final results are achieved, if your physician is not satisfied with the results, a "touch-up" treatment may be performed.
Q: Is there a recuperation period?
A: Typically, you can resume normal activities the day after your treatment, however, it is recommended you wait several days before resuming strenuous activity such as exercising.
Q: Is Lipotherme safe?
A: Lipotherme laser-assisted lipolysis has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in the United States.
Q: Is there anyone who is not a good candidate for Lipotherme?
A: Yes. Women who are pregnant should not undergo Lipotherme. Your doctor will ask you to fill out a patient questionnaire and to list all medications you are currently taking. He or she will advise you of any potential health risks.
Q: What are the risks of Lipotherme?
A: Very rarely, complications may occur, such as fibrous tissue, bruising or scarring. Patients can develop seromas (a collection of lymphatic fluid) which must be drained. Patients can also develop skin irregularities, hematomas can also occur, or numbness of the skin. Lipotherme is done without general anesthesia. Most life-threatening complications have been associated with the use of general anesthesia (being put to sleep) leading to excessive blood loss, perforation of organs due to penetration the abdominal cavity causing damage to abdominal organs, including intestines, liver, stomach, etc. The important thing to remember that 97% of these kinds of complications are associated with General anesthesia, which is not administered at Park Lakes Family Medicine.
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