Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito - Is Liposuction Right For You?

Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess fat deposits, improve body contours, and strengthen abdominal muscles. Wondering if liposuction or smartlipo is right for you? Before you contact your plastic surgeon, consider the reasons why many people chose to get liposuction.

• Cosmetic Reasons- Many people undergo liposuction treatment for cosmetic or aesthetic reasons. Liposuction and smartlipo work to eliminate stubborn fat pockets in a variety of areas. Another added benefit is that liposuction can be performed by itself, or even coupled with a tummy tuck for maximum results. Ask your cosmetic surgeon about other beneficial weight loss procedures.

• Struggling with Weight Control- Diet and exercise sound good on paper, but unfortunately, they just don’t work for all of us. When proper nutrition and proper exercise just aren’t cutting it, consider asking your cosmetic surgeon about liposuction instead! Studies show that individuals who undergo liposuction often tend to maintain healthy eating habits following the procedure.

• Cellulite- It is a common myth that cellulite is related to your body fat, cellulite can be present any individual.  Cellulite is caused when fat cells push through the collagen tissue directly beneath the surface of your skin; this causes a dimpled appearance on your skin. Liposuction helps to reduce the appearance of cellulite on nearly all areas of the body.

• Health Reasons- Liposuction is a great alternative for individuals suffering from health related obesity issues. Liposuction can decrease your body mass index (BMI), lower blood pressure, reduce insulin levels, improve back and joint aches, and reduce the chances of heart disease and stroke.

Cosmetic Surgery Center: What is Laser Liposuction?

Laser-assisted liposuction is also known as SmartLipo™ and is an important recent advancement in Cosmetic Surgery Technology. This advanced system offers a safer and less painful alternative to traditional, suction-assisted liposuction. 

At the Cosmetic Surgery Center of El Cerrito, cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gabriel Patino performs laser liposuction using the SmartLipo™ system.

While any surgery does have some risk involved, SmartLipo™ uses only a very small incision which greatly reduced the risk of bleeding and other complications. It also boosts collagen production in the treated area, helping skin tighten after the fat is removed. 

Another advantage of SmartLipo™ laser liposuction is comfort to the patient. The recovery time is much shorter and less painful. While there will be some minor discomfort, patients can return to work within one or two days and do not experience the painful swelling of traditional liposuction surgery.