What non surgical laser can help with mild abdominal fat/pooch?
Answer: Coolsculpting, Temper Expectations If you are looking for something completely nonsurgical, I would stick with something like Coolsculpting. That is the only procedure with absolutely no down time. Liposuction or SMARTLipo is not as invasive as an open contouring procedure, such as an abdominoplasty, however it still involves some down time and significant delayed postoperative swelling and edema. For the nonsurgical options, however, the improvement can be minimal, so I would temper your expectations.
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Answer: Coolsculpting, Temper Expectations If you are looking for something completely nonsurgical, I would stick with something like Coolsculpting. That is the only procedure with absolutely no down time. Liposuction or SMARTLipo is not as invasive as an open contouring procedure, such as an abdominoplasty, however it still involves some down time and significant delayed postoperative swelling and edema. For the nonsurgical options, however, the improvement can be minimal, so I would temper your expectations.
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May 8, 2022
Answer: Abdominal fat/pooch Dear Melissa Clark, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 8, 2022
Answer: Abdominal fat/pooch Dear Melissa Clark, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 15, 2023
Answer: SmartLipo Success The SmartLipo tiny laser in inserted and precisely targets the treatment area. The heat of the laser can have the benefit of skin tightening. Results vary as there are many factors to consider. Results will be optimized if you also live a healthy lifestyle by working out regularly and eating well. Cheat on the weekends though, I do : )
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February 15, 2023
Answer: SmartLipo Success The SmartLipo tiny laser in inserted and precisely targets the treatment area. The heat of the laser can have the benefit of skin tightening. Results vary as there are many factors to consider. Results will be optimized if you also live a healthy lifestyle by working out regularly and eating well. Cheat on the weekends though, I do : )
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May 8, 2022
Answer: Nonsurgical options Throughout medical training we learn isms and here sayings. One of those is the internal medicine doctors approach “ surgery is the failure of medicine“. In other words surgery should be the last resort and means that nonsurgical options have failed by definition. I think you’ll find that the reason people are willing to have surgery for what you describe is because the nonsurgical options have consistently failed. Weight loss and exercise is free and for most people on the healthy side. And well however not deal with skin laxity, muscle separation from previous pregnancies or being born with an undesirable fat distribution. People undergo cosmetic surgery for a reason. it works. There are no effective nonsurgical options for what you describe. Best, Mats Hagstrom MD
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May 8, 2022
Answer: Nonsurgical options Throughout medical training we learn isms and here sayings. One of those is the internal medicine doctors approach “ surgery is the failure of medicine“. In other words surgery should be the last resort and means that nonsurgical options have failed by definition. I think you’ll find that the reason people are willing to have surgery for what you describe is because the nonsurgical options have consistently failed. Weight loss and exercise is free and for most people on the healthy side. And well however not deal with skin laxity, muscle separation from previous pregnancies or being born with an undesirable fat distribution. People undergo cosmetic surgery for a reason. it works. There are no effective nonsurgical options for what you describe. Best, Mats Hagstrom MD
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May 25, 2022
Answer: Non-surgical laser treatment of "mild abdominal fat pooch" Hi and welcome to our forum! Without photos, I can't provide specific recommendations. Abdominal fullness may be due to subcutaneous fat accumulation, rectus abdominis muscle stretching as the result of pregnancy, overabundance of visceral (internal) fat, skin stretching with disruption of dermal elastic fibers occurring during pregnancy, creating permanent scarring of the skin surface and diminished elasticity resulting in increased stretching and skin looseness. The extent and nature of the problem must be determined to decide if a non-surgical modality (if relatively minimal), liposuction, or tummy tuck would be the best option of treatment. Best wishes...
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May 25, 2022
Answer: Non-surgical laser treatment of "mild abdominal fat pooch" Hi and welcome to our forum! Without photos, I can't provide specific recommendations. Abdominal fullness may be due to subcutaneous fat accumulation, rectus abdominis muscle stretching as the result of pregnancy, overabundance of visceral (internal) fat, skin stretching with disruption of dermal elastic fibers occurring during pregnancy, creating permanent scarring of the skin surface and diminished elasticity resulting in increased stretching and skin looseness. The extent and nature of the problem must be determined to decide if a non-surgical modality (if relatively minimal), liposuction, or tummy tuck would be the best option of treatment. Best wishes...
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