LIPOLYSIS LASER CORRECTS THE VOLUME AND SAGGING SKIN

It is possible to thin areas and tighten the skin at the same time. This is what the laser lipolysis . Obviously, this technique can also be used against the simple sagging skin , at the oval of the face for example, the inner arms, abdomen, above the knees, etc..Update with Dr. Catherine Goursac , aesthetic doctor.
 

What is the principle of laser lipolysis?

Dr. Catherine Goursac: The principle of laser lipolysis is to destroy certain cells by heat. A new device is available today that combines two wavelengths (1064 nm and 1320 nm), which have slightly different functions. One, which corresponds to a wavelength of 1064 nm is particularly effective on sagging skin and a little less on the volume. The other wavelength is inversely more effective and less volume on the sagging skin . In other words, by combining these two lengths of different waves, we can truly customize the treatment.
For example, when an area is very round and without sagging , it will further use the wavelength of 1320 nm. If sagging skin importantly, the proportion is reversed by focusing on another wavelength.
Finally, this balance between the two waves may vary in the same person as and when the session. 

What are the indications for laser lipolysis?

Dr. Catherine Goursac: The indications are numerous. Include the main ones.

• Small loads with a certain degree of skin laxity are well suited to the laser lipolysis . Until about 30-35 years, liposuction is perfectly adapted to remove excess fat. However, beyond this age, due to a certain degree of sagging skin , it is preferable to use laser lipolysis . This technique is also much lighter (outpatient, very fine needle, immediate resumption of daily activities at the end of the meeting), it is often preferred by patients.
• The laser lipolysis also lends itself very well to the treatment of surfaces with a simple skin sagging as the back, inner arms, upper abdomen or lower in case of caesarean scar for example, the upper knee, inner thigh.But we can also treat the facial rejuvenation with a significant effect in a short time.
• The situations in which liposuction is cons-indicated, that is to say, become very fibrous areas after multiple surgeries.
• Areas with risk of bleeding because the laser has the advantage of working at specific wavelengths that coagulate the blood.

• In addition to liposuction to correct imperfections in volume and sagging skin . In this indication, lipolysis provides more uniform.
• The laser also gives the results against axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) or to retract areas tattoos.

What degree of improvement expected from the laser lipolysis and how long?

Dr. Catherine Goursac: According to some studies, one can obtain an improvement in volume from 20 to 30% from the first month after treatment.But for a much clearer improvement, it takes rather between 3 and 6 months.For sagging skin , the process takes longer to develop, the tissues do not respond immediately, you must wait 6 months to 1 year for significant results. 

What are the precautions to be taken to give chances to the laser lipolysis?

Dr. Catherine Goursac: We routinely ask the patient to follow a rather strict two days before the meeting and three days later. Indeed, if lipolysis destroys fat cells, fats are not then aspirated. For they are not immediately reabsorbed, they must be eliminated by using them as an energy source, hence the importance of a diet low in sugar and fat. For this same reason, we recommend physical activity.

Complications and side effects are rare.
Note finally that the new devices (MPX) have a safety: a heat sensor to the needle tip which allows good control.