Category: Lipo

There was a time when chin lipo was the only option for getting rid of your double chin, but now CoolMini and Kybella are also in the mix. So just how do you decide between CoolMini vs Kybella vs chin lipo, and which is best to remove your double chin. Learning more about the procedures is a good place to start.

CoolMini vs Kybella vs Chin Lipo
These are all very effective options for getting rid of your double chin. CoolMini uses controlled cooling to freeze and destroy fat cells, while Kybella is an injectable that melts chin fatusing a derivative of deoxycholic acid. Chin lipo is a surgical solution.

Which is best
CoolMini and Kybella are appropriate options for younger patients with good skin elasticity. While most patients can return to work immediately after CoolMini treatment, there is usually significant swelling for 2-3 days after Kybella injections. The choice between CoolMini and Kybella often comes down to cost, and patient preference.

Chin lipo is the most invasive procedure, but is a fitting alternative for people that have a lot of excess skin below the chin, along with fatty deposits. Chin lipo is a one off procedure, CoolMini may need 1-2 treatments, and Kybella usually requires 2-4 treatments.

If you are looking for the most suitable option to correct your double chin, it’s best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Clients in Tupelo, MS, can contact Dr. Mark Craig of Accent Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Craig fully understands all the options, and will recommend the solution that is most appropriate for your specific situation and desired outcome. Call (662) 377-6290 today to schedule a consultation.

Would you like to smooth out those embarrassing fat deposits, but you’re not yet ready for surgery? SmartLipo is a good alternative. SmartLipo (laser lipo) is a safe, effective way to eliminate unsightly fat and achieve skin tightening. Unlike traditional lipo that has a long recovery time, SmartLipo is minimally invasive, so downtime is negligible. So what is the recovery time for SmartLipo?

SmartLipo
SmartLipo is ideally suited for removing areas of localized fat on the face and body. It is popularly used by women to get rid of saddle bags on the outer thighs, and love handles on the waistline.

With SmartLipo the surgeon only needs to make a very small incision, through which the fiber optic laser is inserted under the skin. The laser melts the fat and heats the skin. This causes tissue coagulation, which is the reason there is some skin tightening as well. The fat that is disrupted is removed via a small suction cannula.

Recovery Time
Recovery time for SmartLipo varies. Patients can expect some swelling and numbness immediately after the procedure, but this is usually short-lived. The duration of the recovery period is often influenced by the type of anesthesia used. Recovery tends to be faster with tumescent anesthesia. Most patients who use this type of anesthesia are up and about in a day or two, and can go back to work within 2 days of the procedure.

The recovery time for SmartLipo is also shorter because the incisions made are very small, so no stitches are necessary. In addition, there is less inflammation and tissue trauma.

If you would like more information on SmartLipo, contact the Beaux Arts Institute of Plastic Surgery, with offices in Lanham and Glenn Dale, MD. Call 301-880-7022 to set up an appointment with Dr. Nia Banks.

As more people look for ways to achieve the ‘perfect body,’ liposuction for body contouring remains as popular as ever. Recovery is an important concern for patients that do the procedure, so they often ask their physician, – “How soon can I return to normal activities after lipo?” While there are some general guidelines regarding recovery after lipo, patients are always advised to follow the advice of their plastic surgeon regarding post-op care.

Resuming normal activities after Lipo
The speed at which you can return to normal activities after lipo depends a lot on the type of liposuction performed. With traditional lipo, recovery can take anywhere from 3-7 days. There is usually some swelling, soreness, and bruising, and return to normal activities can take up to 3 weeks.

However, with the emergence of modern liposuction techniques like SmartLipo, recovery time is much less. SmartLipo is a revolutionary lipo laser treatment that melts away fat. This method of fat removal is less traumatic than traditional lipo, and consequently the downtime is also less.

The recovery period from SmartLipo varies, as it is influenced by the amount of fat that is removed. In instances where there is only a small area being treated, patients may need only one day for recovery. However for larger areas, patients may need about 5 days of rest.Light activities can be resumed thereafter.

After SmartLipo, patients are given pain medications to deal with any discomfort, and they are also asked to wear compression garments. Compression garments help to minimize swelling, and also improve lipo results.

SmartLipo is available at Awaken Aesthetics, Torrance, California. Call 310-791-2233 today and schedule a consultation with Dr. Alex Liu, or Dr. Mike Sheu. During consultation, Drs. Liu and Sheu will let you know how soon you can return to normal activities after lipo.