“Extreme fat loss after ipl”
IPL: NOT worth it
Cost: $600
Pain: Mild
Review of IPL:Pain: Mild
IPL satisfaction: Poor
In Jan 2008, I had surgery on my jaw (orthognathic surgery). Approximately 3 months after, I had an IPL Photofacial - there were three sessions over 3 months. Now I have extreme fat loss in my face, I look about 10 years older.
What are the long term effects of IPL Photofacials? I have been assured that this isn't the reason and that it is because of age (48). Any info would be appreciated.
Oct 19, 2009Comments and replies (6)
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1408 posts
19 Oct 2009
Hi Robin,
According to the doctors' answers in these related threads (listed below), IPL doesn't cause facial fat loss.
[weblink:http://www.realself.com/question/ipl-treatments-fat-lossFat loss after IPL treatment?]
Does IPL cause fat disintegration underneath facial skin?
We have quite an active community of users at RealSelf who have had IPL, so I'm sure they'll be able to guide you further.
Hope this helps!
2 posts
20 Oct 2009
I am so sorry this is happening to you. I know the pain of it because it happened to me too...and many other women. Please do not believe any doctor who says this is not possible. Please search the web for an IPL fat loss forum and you will find a community of women who are suffering as you are. Don't despair - some have been successful in fixing their damage with fat grafting, though this is not for everyone. Good luck, much love
6 posts
20 Oct 2009
I know it is possible-I am living every painful moment of it, it is devastating. People that I haven't seen in a while will stare but not say anything, I can just imagine what they think. Has anyone visited their doctor or a dermatologist/plastic surgeon about this problem?
6 posts
21 Oct 2009
I have just notified Health Canada regarding the machine that was used for my IPL-they are sending me an online form to submit a complaint and they will investigate further-will keep you informed
8 posts
31 Oct 2009
What kind of IPL machine did they use on you? I am having one with the Lumenis One in a couple days. Sorry about your situation.