Another Option In Cosmetic Surgery: Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction
Who among us is completely satisfied with the way they look? Most people will tell you that they have at least one physical feature they would like to change or reduce. Ultrasound assisted liposuction is one technique that can address some of these issues.
What Is Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction?
Also known as UAL, this technique utilizes ultra high frequency sound waves to liquefy fat, which is then suctioned via a cannula that has been inserted into a small incision in the skin.
Where Should I Go for Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction? There are clinics all over the United States - Dallas, Seattle, Chicago, and Beverly Hills, just to name a few! What Should I Know About Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction? As stated above, this technique liquefies fat. The ultrasound waves are delivered through a cannula, inserted into a small skin incision. The cannula used in ultrasound assisted liposuction is slightly bigger than those used in tumescent liposuction. Because the cannula used in this procedure is larger, this requires a longer incision than other types of liposuction; therefore, ultrasound assisted liposuction is generally performed in areas where potential scarring will not be a concern. Who is a Candidate for Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction? Physicians recommend that those considering any type of liposuction be in the average weight range, with firm skin that is sufficiently elastic, and with pockets or areas of fatty deposits that have proven resistant to diet or exercise. In addition, candidates for ultrasound assisted liposuction should be healthy. This includes psychological health. The patient's expectations should be within the scope of reality in other words, this procedure won't make you twenty years younger or improve everything about your life. Older patients can be good candidates for ultrasound assisted liposuction, but should be advised that the older a person is, the less elastic their skin will be, and the outcome may not be what the patient is expecting or hoping for. Are There Risks Associated With Ultrasound Assisted Liposuction? Let me stress this very strongly: all surgical procedures carry a certain degree of risk, from pulling a tooth to open heart surgery, and all other types of surgery in between. Having said this, however, the patient contemplating ultrasound assisted liposuction should know that this procedure is relatively low risk. There is less blood loss and recovery time is relatively rapid, especially when compared to other types of liposuction, such as tumescent liposuction. Finally, as the patient, do your homework! Find a doctor who is a member in good standing of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and who is fully trained in ultrasound assisted liposuction. Be realistic in your expectations, be healthy, and follow your doctor's order. Best of luck to you!
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