Micro-Body Contouring FAQ's
A less invasive way to permanently remove fat,
tighten loose skin and sculpt your body
in a single treatment
without the downtime
and risks of major surgery. Frequently Asked Questions
Is it painful?
Patients generally report very little to no discomfort during and post procedure. You may experience minimal bruising and swelling. Some patients have reported feeling mild aches and pains similar to those experienced after a strenuous workout. Compression garments are indicated for most procedures. An over the counter pain reliever or prescription medication may be necessary following your procedure, as directed by Avanti’s physician.
Are the results permanent?
Yes! The fat cells removed will not return. If an individual gains weight, the fat is distributed to other fat cells in the body so you can retain your new sculpted shape. Avanti’s Micro-Body Contouring is a less invasive way to permanently remove fat, tighten loose skin and sculpt your body in a single treatment without the downtime and risks of major surgery. Will I have loose skin after the procedure?
The ability to tighten loose skin after fat volume loss is a significant advantage of our Micro-Body Contouring procedure using the laser. Due to the loss of fat volume, excess skin can become more evident and unsightly for patients after a traditional liposuction procedure. However, with Micro-Body Contouring we use the laser to generate heat and “shrink and tighten” the skin much like the way fat on a steak shrinks when cooked. This dramatically improves the overall cosmetic results for our patients. How many treatments will I need?
Typically patients need only one treatment. This is an advancement from traditional liposuction, which often needed follow up procedures. Who will be performing my procedures?
Our Avanti physicians, Board Certified Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons, perform all of our procedures. They have successfully performed thousands of liposuction and body sculpting procedures. Our patients experience the highest degree of attention, care and comfort prior to, during and post procedure. We are noted for our excellence in patient care! Who is a good candidate for
Micro-Body Contouring
using the Body Jet™ or Laser Lipolysis systems?
Ideal candidates are both men and women who are in good heath, within 25 lbs of their goal weight, and have zones of fat deposits, which do not respond to exercise or diet. Often an individual gains weight according to a genetically predetermined pattern or post pregnancy fat persists on the hips, abdomen, thighs or buttocks. These procedures are most effective for these individuals. Who is NOT a good candidate?
Individuals who are diabetic, suffer with heart, kidney, liver, skin or blood disorders are generally not good candidates. Refer to your private physician for approval. What body regions can be treated?
Many body areas respond well to Micro-Body contouring. Some of the most popular areas treated are the abdomen, buttocks, hips, waistline, love handles, back, bra line, inner & outer thighs, arms, knees, ankles, face, chin/neck, cheeks, breasts(gynecomastia), mons pubis and any other areas of unwanted fat deposits. Will I be awake during the procedure?
Absolutely… and you may be asked to move around. Our procedures are so minimally invasive; there is no need for general anesthesia. This leads to a faster, more comfortable, quicker recovery. Will I have scars after my procedure?
Micro-Body Contouring uses very small instruments which only require tiny incisions in the skin. Due to the small size of the incision, our patients do not require stitches. The tiny incisions are placed as inconspicuously as possible and usually do not produce any visible scarring. The initial incision marks fade away in time for most patients. Can I drive myself home?
No. Safety is of utmost importance in our practice. We require patients to arrange transportation to and from the procedure. When can I return to normal activities?
Generally our physicians will recommend 1-2 days rest (dependent on the physical aspects of your job) and in smaller procedures no downtime is necessary. When can I begin to exercise?
It is recommended that patients return to approx 25% of their regular exercise routine a week after their procedure and increase intensity and duration over time. The main thing is to listen to your body and exercise recommendations as directed by our physicians.
When can I expect to see results?
Unlike traditional liposuction, results can be seen immediately with continued improvements over the following few months. Micro-Body Contouring is a gentler method of permanently removing fat that produces less swelling, bruising, and trauma to the tissue thereby allowing you to see more immediate results. How does the Body-Jet® Water-Assisted System work?
A thin, targeted, fan shape jet, called the Body Jet® is used to apply a gentle jet of fluid following the infiltration of tumescent solutions for long lasting anesthetization for painless or nearly painless liposuction. This fluid will gently loosen the fat cells with little damage to fat cells and surrounding tissues. Fat deposits are then aspirated in a force free method. How does Laser-Assisted Lipolysis work in Micro-Body Contouring?
A very small cannula containing a laser fiber is inserted into the skin following a mild numbing agent to the selected body zone. A tiny laser beam is fired creating a thermal effect. Fat cells, which are highly receptive to heat, will be permanently removed and the heat produced will create skin tightening. The laser can be utilized separately for targeting unwanted fat zones or in combination with the Body-Jet® as recommended by Avanti’s physicians
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