Comparison: Slim Lipo - Zerona - Liposuction - Smart Lipo - Lipo-Ex

Hi, i am so confused with all the technology available. I am 20 years old , i weight 115 pounds, my height is 5'0. i am very active and have a healthy lifestyle. i would like to get rid of the remaining fat around my waste line and inner thighs. what treatment do you recommend?

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It is not surprising that you are confused about all your body slimming options.

Comparison of Liposuction/body Slimming options: There is no other area in Plastic Surgery that has so many options and so many new options with lofty claims of superiority. It is not really possible for the lay person to be able to decide which system or technology is best for them. Physicians and the companies who make these devices count on their ability to market these treatments and services without having scientific comparisons so show which device or treatment is superior. As... more

5'0" 115 lbs - liposuction??

As Dr. Johnson said, put another way, it is best to forget all the hype about the technology as there is nothing proven to be better than traditional tumescent lipo with small cannulas. My real concern here is that you realize that liposuction has risks and that if you have it at all overdone, you can destroy your nice 20 year old body with dents and grooves. Do you REALLY need it or have you minimized it's risks in your mind and think it is just a little... more

Confused about liposuction technology

Surgeons themselves are confused by liposuction claims and comparisons, and most of the 'new' technology will come to pass and fade away. The truth is there are only anecdotal evidence and testimonials, no scientific comparisons of the 'best' liposuction technique. We feel that liposuction or sculpture results are based on artistic or aesthetic sense, and experience with any device used to give safe and predictable results. Keep in mind that traditional tumescent liposuction... more

Liposuction vs. CoolSculpting vs. Zerona etc.

Certainly some people have enough fat in a localized area that liposuction is the most effective way to reduce the bulge. Some patients don't have the down time to heal after the procedure, while some aren't healthy enough or take medication that would interfere with liposuction, while others would just prefer not to undergo the "knife" and these patients might be excellent candidates for Zeltiq's CoolSculpting or other non-surgical procedures. Zerona may... more

There are no studies which demonstrate scientifically that any method of liposuction is superior to tumescent liposuction.

There are no studies which demonstrate scientifically that any method of liposuction is superior to classic tumescent liposuction using small cannulas. And yet all of these approaches increase the potential for side effects. My advice to is to avoid these "gimmicks" and see the doctor near you who has the most experience in liposuction.

Body Contouring Technology: Marketing and not results

The body contouring non-invasive market is constantly changing with products that use radio frequency, ultrasound and lasers. All products are heavily marketed and usually performed in non-plastic surgery based centers. They all set lofty goals, but non deliver the results that simple diet and exercise as well as standard liposuction can deliver. I would be weary of the "quick fix" and it sounds like you are in great shape. Zerona, which uses low level laser may have some effect,... more

Confusion over Body Slimming Techniques

I think that Traditional Tumescent Liposuction is still the best way to remove unwanted fatty deposits. The non-surgical methods for reducing fat (Zerona, Thermage, Zeltig, Ultrasound devices, etc) may decrease your size by a couple of centimeters or inches, but they don't work for everyone, and they can't compare to liposuction. If you only have a little to loose, one of these devices may be worth looking into. For the laser assisted liposuction techniques, such... more

Liposuction and Results after Liposuction

Comparison: Slim Lipo - Zerona - Liposuction - Smart Lipo - Lipo-Ex Hi, i am so confused with all the technology available. I am 20 years old , i weight 115 pounds, my height is 5'0. i am very active and have a healthy lifestyle. i would like to get rid of the remaining fat around my waste line and inner thighs. what treatment do you recommend? I think we are all confused with all the different names of machines out there. It will only get worse. As a potential... more

The operator is more important than the technology

The marketplace is full of claims, usually taking advantage of the public's fear of surgery, overpromising and underdelivering on results. LipoDissolve was a notorious example. Zerona makes no sense at all. SmartLipo uses a very small cannula, limiting the amount of fat removal. The laser offers no real benefit in liposuction. It's a gimmick. What's most important is the skill and experience of the operator. I use ultrasonic liposuction,... more