I had a miscarriage a year ago and have been gaining all my weight in my stomach ever since. I can diet and exercise most of it off but still have 3-5 extra inches. I want a non invasive solution and this method caught my eye. What do you think?
Answer: Ultrasonic cavitation machines There are a number of devices on the market that can reduce fat in areas of the body. The method that caught your eye is not as widely used as other devices, such as Coolsculpting. The devices do not work in the same way as liposuction, where the fat is removed surgically. Rather they affect the fat cells in a manner that causes them to absorbed by the body over time. Liposuction is always the best option. You may need several treatments to get the result that you want. After several treatments, the cost could approach that of liposuction. If you are interested in a non-invasive option, I would consider Coolsculpting as it has the longest history on the market and has a very good safety record.Aloha,Shim Ching, MD
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Answer: Ultrasonic cavitation machines There are a number of devices on the market that can reduce fat in areas of the body. The method that caught your eye is not as widely used as other devices, such as Coolsculpting. The devices do not work in the same way as liposuction, where the fat is removed surgically. Rather they affect the fat cells in a manner that causes them to absorbed by the body over time. Liposuction is always the best option. You may need several treatments to get the result that you want. After several treatments, the cost could approach that of liposuction. If you are interested in a non-invasive option, I would consider Coolsculpting as it has the longest history on the market and has a very good safety record.Aloha,Shim Ching, MD
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Answer: Ultrasonic Fat Reduction Ultrasonic liposuction cavitation slimming machines are marketed as non-invasive treatments that use low-frequency sound waves to break down fat cells, which are then eliminated by the body's lymphatic system. While some users report temporary reductions in fat and circumference in treated areas, scientific evidence supporting the long-term effectiveness and safety of these devices is limited.
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Answer: Ultrasonic Fat Reduction Ultrasonic liposuction cavitation slimming machines are marketed as non-invasive treatments that use low-frequency sound waves to break down fat cells, which are then eliminated by the body's lymphatic system. While some users report temporary reductions in fat and circumference in treated areas, scientific evidence supporting the long-term effectiveness and safety of these devices is limited.
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February 14, 2020
Answer: Noninvasive fat removal Thank you very much for your very relevant and up-to-date question. There are now numerous ways of removing fat besides the traditional liposuction. It is important to know that procedures like liposuction Cryolipolysis or ultrasound cavitation are by no means procedures to lose weight but only to remove stubborn fat in small areas to shape the body. These non-invasive procedures do work. In terms of efficacy of these procedures it has to be noted that cold works better than hot!That means fat freezing works better than cavitation. It is not unusual for cavitation treatments to have to be repeated more than 10 times where as Cryolipolysis normally will be repeated about 4 to 5 times. But none of the non-invasive treatments are as effective as the classic liposuction. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
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February 14, 2020
Answer: Noninvasive fat removal Thank you very much for your very relevant and up-to-date question. There are now numerous ways of removing fat besides the traditional liposuction. It is important to know that procedures like liposuction Cryolipolysis or ultrasound cavitation are by no means procedures to lose weight but only to remove stubborn fat in small areas to shape the body. These non-invasive procedures do work. In terms of efficacy of these procedures it has to be noted that cold works better than hot!That means fat freezing works better than cavitation. It is not unusual for cavitation treatments to have to be repeated more than 10 times where as Cryolipolysis normally will be repeated about 4 to 5 times. But none of the non-invasive treatments are as effective as the classic liposuction. Have a wonderful rest of the day and greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
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August 9, 2018
Answer: Non-invasive fat reduction Yes the machines work BUT the results are nothing like liposuction. I like to explain it this way--the art of liposuction is to reach the deep layers of fat and aggressively remove them to make a dramatic shape to the body and then to carefully, and selectively remove and contour the more superficial layers of fat closer to the skin AND to blend all of these levels as well as the adjacent areas together--that is the art of liposuction which some people refer to as liposculpture.With a machine the fat removal is the SAME in all areas so it is a more of a general reduction of fat and not a specific removal. Also, the amount of fat that the machines can remove is way, way, way less than can be removed with liposuction.So in my opinion the machines are only useful in very specific patients with a small amount of fat in a localized area otherwise the vast majority of patients will get much better results with liposuction.Remember, we consider liposuction itself to be a minimally invasive procedure as we are removing the fat through very small incisions with small instruments and are not making any large incisions or entering into the body.
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August 9, 2018
Answer: Non-invasive fat reduction Yes the machines work BUT the results are nothing like liposuction. I like to explain it this way--the art of liposuction is to reach the deep layers of fat and aggressively remove them to make a dramatic shape to the body and then to carefully, and selectively remove and contour the more superficial layers of fat closer to the skin AND to blend all of these levels as well as the adjacent areas together--that is the art of liposuction which some people refer to as liposculpture.With a machine the fat removal is the SAME in all areas so it is a more of a general reduction of fat and not a specific removal. Also, the amount of fat that the machines can remove is way, way, way less than can be removed with liposuction.So in my opinion the machines are only useful in very specific patients with a small amount of fat in a localized area otherwise the vast majority of patients will get much better results with liposuction.Remember, we consider liposuction itself to be a minimally invasive procedure as we are removing the fat through very small incisions with small instruments and are not making any large incisions or entering into the body.
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May 16, 2018
Answer: Liposuction Options Hi, if you are relatively fit then you are a good candidate
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May 16, 2018
Answer: Liposuction Options Hi, if you are relatively fit then you are a good candidate
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Ultrasonic external machines limited Non-invasive machines work to a degree, depending upon the device and the patient response. However, usually multiple treatments are required which adds to cost and prolongs overall recovery/result time. They also do not appreciably tighten skin.Liposuction is a proven, one time treatment for fat removal, skin tightening (with Vaser ultrasound or Smart Lipo laser) and potential fat transfer. Recovery is predictable.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.
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May 1, 2018
Answer: Ultrasonic external machines limited Non-invasive machines work to a degree, depending upon the device and the patient response. However, usually multiple treatments are required which adds to cost and prolongs overall recovery/result time. They also do not appreciably tighten skin.Liposuction is a proven, one time treatment for fat removal, skin tightening (with Vaser ultrasound or Smart Lipo laser) and potential fat transfer. Recovery is predictable.An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.
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