Treatments For Excess Fat And Saggy Skin

‘Saggy skin’ and excess fat are major aesthetic concerns for both men and women.  Tight, smooth and shiny skin makes you feel young and confident. There are many reasons for saggy skin which include aging, pregnancy, weight loss; some habits like smoking, use of tobacco and so on. This aesthetic concern can be effectively addressed by plastic surgeons providing their service at a plastic surgery center in Manhattan.

Liposuction

This procedure is used to remove excess fat and reshape the body. For this procedure there are advanced treatment technologies categorized as invasive, minimally invasive, and non-invasive procedures. However, minimally invasive and non-invasive treatments are more preferred than invasive procedures. This is because of the use of local anesthesia and minimum recovery time ensured. This procedure can treat the inner thighs, abdomen, knees, buttocks, hips, back,outer thighs, upper back and so on.

Minimally-invasive Treatment Techniques

Minimally-invasive treatment is performed under local anesthesia. The features of this treatment are:

• Minimal scarring
• Less pain
• Minimal downtime
• Permanent results

This procedure is performed using laser, radiofrequency or ultrasoundenergy.

1. 1. Smartlipo Triplex: It is a laser-assisted, minimally-invasive body contouring method for tightening the skin. It is a workstation from Cynosure that uses three different laser wavelengths such as 1440, 1064 and 1320 nm for attaining perfect tightening of the skin. This procedure has minimal downtime. It is a perfect option for treating smaller and larger areas of fat deposition, fibrous area and secondary liposuction cases.Image Source: https://www.bodysculpt.com

      This technology is specifically designed to provide hi-definition results. It removes excess fat under the muscles and tightens the skin. As it has minimal downtime, the goal for achieving a perfect body contour by tightening the skin is easier and faster with Smartlipo Triplex.

   2. VASER liposuction: It is a minimally invasive procedure which utilizes ultrasound to eliminate fat from the body. The process involves loosening the fat from the other tissues and removing it gently through a small tube. The procedure can be performed in single or multiple areas. The results may be visible immediately and improve as the procedure area heals within a period of three to four months. VASER assisted hi-definition liposuction is known as VASER hi-def. It is an advanced technique usually preferred by women to provide a slighter soft skin and a more feminine appearance.
   3. BodyTite: It is a procedure which utilizes radiofrequency energy to melt and remove fat. It heats the entire soft tissue matrix, liquefies the fat and coagulates the adipose, fibrous and vascular tissue. The heat helps to tighten the skin and coagulation helps to achieve adequate shape to the body. The benefits include:
      • Only local anesthesia is required
      • Effective fat reduction and body firming
      • No lump irregularities appear
      • Reduced surgical trauma
      • Less downtime
      • Less scarring

      

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   The Reader’s Digest discusses the view of plastic surgeons in NYC about RFAL. In their opinion, it is a perfect treatment method for removing the excess fat from the body. According to Christopher T.Chia, MD and surgical director of bodySCULPT this procedure produces no scars because it involves just a ¼ inch incision to insert the device’s small cannula. Usually, one treatment is enough for getting good results. However, this procedure is not suitable for everyone. If you lose 100 pounds, your skin won’t contract enough with this technology, but for those who may not be candidates for liposuction, this procedure could be an effective alternative.

   There are several treatment procedures which implement these technologies effectively. The procedures include mummy makeover, abdominal etching and lower body lift.

   • Abdominal etching is a procedure which removes excess fat from the abdominal area and trims the abdomen.
   • Mommy makeover is a procedure package for women who want to trim their body after pregnancy and childbirth
   • Lower and upper body lift is the procedure which changes the entire body structure by removing the excess fat.

   The cosmetic surgeons in NYC finalize the treatment technique according to the body nature, need and health of the patients.

   Non-Invasive Treatment Techniques

   The non-invasive treatment techniques help people to achieve their goal of tightening saggy skin without any incision and surgery, and with low downtime and minimal discomfort. The treatment technique includes:

   1. InMode EVOLVE Treatment in NYC: It is an advanced FDA-cleared non-surgical body contouring technique. It utilizes radiofrequency energy for removing excess fat, tightening the skin and reducing cellulite. No incisions and low downtime are the features of this procedure. Three proprietary technologies are incorporated in this system -Tite, Trim, and Tone.
      • EVOLVE TITE: The procedure is utilized for remodeling of the skin
      • EVOLVE TRIM: It is used for body and cellulite treatments
      • EVOLVE TONE: It is used for muscle toning treatment

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      The plastic surgeons in Manhattan customize this procedure according to the needs of the patients.

   2. BodyFX: If you can follow a healthy diet and workouts, this is an apt procedure for you. It is a non-invasive procedure which has permanent fat reduction solution. It uses radiofrequency to treat cellulite in the abdomen, thigh, buttocks and flanks. It melts the fat and tightens the skin with less chance for sagging of skin post procedure. BodyFX eliminates the loose skin and restores youthful appearance.
   3. MORPHEUS8: It is used to remodel the subdermal adipose tissue up to 8mm. It is specifically used for arm skin tightening and designed for subdermal and dermal remodeling of larger body areas. The procedure won’t cause thermal damage to the outer layer of the skin. It combines radiofrequency energy and microneedling to tighten the skin in the arms.

   However, this non-invasive treatment technique is not suitable for all people. The ideal candidate should:

   • Maintain a healthy diet
   • Quit smoking
   • Control over alcohol consumption
   • Protect your skin from sun
   • Have a small amount of skin

   This procedure is not suitable for:

   • Pregnant women
   • People having skin infection
   • People under medication

   In the 21st century, technology is ruling the world. Technologies in the world of plastic surgery are also developing. Using these treatment technologies, one can tighten saggy skin and regain his or her youthful-looking, attractive appearance.

   Experienced plastic surgeons in Manhattan can guide you to the right procedure and give you what you need. They even customize the procedure according to the needs of the patients. As these procedures are associated with less downtime, minimal side effects and speedy recovery, the demand for these procedures is increasing. So, if saggy skin and excess fat are your concerns, get in touch with a reliable plastic surgeon in Manhattan.