Same Day Surgery, Weight Loss… A Lasting Investment

By Sherry Maragh, MD

Maragh Dermatology, Surgery & Vein Institute

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Same Day Surgery, Weight Loss… A Lasting Investment

Don't Have Time For Expensive Diet Plans, Trainers?

You have dieted and exercised and are finally back to your pre-baby weight. You even fit into your old jeans. But what can you do about your flabby muffin top? Countless sit-ups later… it's still not budging.

Q Are there any surgical alternatives?

A Yes. Laser body sculpting combined with laser contouring and cellulite reduction is a FDA cleared, minimally invasive treatment that helps to eliminate those stubborn areas of fat that don't seem to respond to a healthy diet and exercise. Laser liposuction can eliminate that tummy pouch, the extra roll on your thighs, love handles, and even back fat. Laser contouring with VelaShapeTM helps contour, shape and slim the body by reducing the appearance of cellulite and firming problem areas.

Q How does laser body sculpting and laser contouring work?

A Laser body sculpting is a laser-assisted lipolysis (fat destruction) procedure that is performed using a one millimeter cannula (tube) inserted into the skin to permanently destroy fat cells. Laser contouring provides precise heating, which ensures a safe, effective, fast treatment with no downtime.

Vacuum and especially designed rollers are used for a mechanical massage to help smooth out the skin, and to facilitate safe and efficient heat energy delivery. The result can increase the metabolism of stored energy, increase lymphatic drainage and reduce or shrink the size of the actual fat cells and fat chambers.

Q What are the advantages?

A This procedure provides more body sculpting and contouring and has the added bonus of tightening the skin. The laser also triggers small blood vessel coagulation, resulting in less bleeding and swelling. It allows for circumferential reduction with a noticeable difference in the treated area.

Q What about downtime?

A Laser body sculpting is performed in the office, under light sedation and local anesthesia, resulting in less bruising and downtime. Typically, only one treatment is required. Results can be seen within a week, with continued improvement over 3-6 months. A compression garment may be worn for a short period after treatment, depending on the body area treated.

Q How do I know if laser body sculpting and laser contouring and cellulite reduction is right for me?

A The perfect candidate is in good health and of normal body weight with areas of fat that have not responded to diet or exercise. Consult with your dermatologist or physician to learn if this procedure is correct for you and to get for more information.