The laser is quickly replacing the scalpel in the operating room due to it lower the risk of infection and other complications that arise from cutting. But how does it mimic cutting and how does it actually slice through tissue? It produces heat and has been used in surgery for quite some time in the United States.
Research shows that the wavelength of the laser light and duration of pulse determine how it works. Lasers cut and cauterize at the same time, which is beneficial for areas that bleed more. Shorter wavelengths deliver very precise cuts, useful for eye surgery, while mid to high wavelengths are better for larger areas. The laser for fat removal uses a mid-wavelength to remove fat from stubborn areas in the body.
Laser liposuction is a method of using a laser to reduce fat. It can save people a lot of pain and down time due to its gentle delivers, sma ll incision point and removing fat in a liquid form. Swelling and bruising are minimal to null and patients are back on their feet within three hours in an out patient setting.
The surgery is performed with a local anesthetic. A tiny cannula, similar to a tiny hollowed out needle, equipped with a laser is inserted under the skin. It gently melts the fat until it liquidizes, then the cannula suctions it out. The incision point is tiny and does not require stitches, reducing scarring to an almost invisible state. The patient's recovery time is quick and relatively painless. Because of the absence of pain, blood and scarring, patients are able to resume normal activity within 48 hours.
Fat removed through this type of surgery is permanent. We do not produce more fat cells in adulthood. What we got is what we got. So once those fat cells are removed, they do no grow back. This however, does not give you free reign to eat whatever you want. Your fat cells in other areas are still there and will still grow if you abuse food, causing you another fat storage problem. Surgery to remove fat should be used as a last resort after diet and exercise and post surgery patients should continue with diet, exercise and a healthy lifestyle.
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