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Cosmetic surgery has grown in popularity as it has become an affordable and somewhat easy fix for fat bulges and imperfections. It is important to educate yourself on the plastic surgery procedure you desire, and review important candidate guidelines to ensure it will offer you the results you want. There are many forms of procedures on the market today, aimed to target societies imperfections.

Liposuction has advanced significantly throughout the years. There are new forms of liposuction on the market that are far less invasive and risky. One of the many advancements in liposuction surgery is the release of laser liposuction or laser liposculture.

This is perhaps the most common plastic surgery procedure performed in the United States today. Laser-assisted liposuction uses laser energy to heat fat accumulations and essentially “melt” them away. This is performed under a less risky local anesthesia.

Laser Lipo candidates have mild to moderate pockets of excess fat. It is not recommended for patients who are extremely overweight or obese, as doctors will only allow this procedure if you are less than 20 percent overweight. This surgery is not designed to solve obesity, as you must be in good physical condition and follow a healthy diet and exercise plan.

Target areas for this form of cosmetic surgery are the thighs, abdomen, knees, face, neck, arms and back fat. Having reasonable expectations is necessary with any cosmetic procedure. Results are generally noticeable after swelling, usually about one week after, whereas traditional liposuction can take up to 4 weeks of recovery. Fat removal is far less traumatic to the body, and fat is naturally removed as the body “sweats” it out. You should also expect skin discoloration which can take up to two months to heal, as it depends on your collagen production.

So if you are considering, going under the knife, think again. Laser Liposculpture can be a great alternative to a traumatic procedure that can take weeks if not months to recover from.