Reasons for wanting a healthy, trim body go beyond just a simple desire to look great. Weight loss is essential to how others see you and perceive you. Often your ability to succeed professionally and socially is linked to weight and appearance, as is your self-confidence and self-esteem. Various medical problems, including diabetes, heart disease and several types of cancer, can occur more frequently in overweight people, making weight loss much more than simply a matter of appearance. If you have tried unsuccessfully for years to lose weight through diet and exercise, you are not alone. Many people struggle their entire lives with weight loss. Even if you have been successful with a weight loss program, you may still retain fat in various areas of your body that detract from your appearance. Weight loss surgery, such as liposuction, can be a great option for removing those fatty deposits and contouring specific problem areas for a smoother, firmer, more natural, more beautiful you.

Liposuction is a generic term that refers to a cosmetic procedure to remove fat from the body. It is a simple surgery that is often used for body contouring; the removal of fat and the smoothing and sculpting of problem areas. There are many different procedures that fall under the category of liposuction; some require a general anesthetic and others can be performed while you are awake, using only a local anesthetic. Liposuction is done with a tube inserted under the skin which is connected to a powerful pump which then removes the fat from under the skin, into the tube, and out of the body. This tube is called a cannula, which is inserted into the problem area with a small incision. Waist, stomach, thighs, hips and buttocks are just a few of the key areas that can achieve maximum fat removal and sculpting through liposuction. A chin that is covered in a large amount of fat so that it blends into the neck, for example, can be beautified and reshaped through liposuction.

SmartLipo is an advanced liposuction technique that is considered safer than more traditional methods, and offers an easier recovery period. SmartLipo uses laser technology to break up the fat deposits. They are dissolved into a liquid form and removed through a small incision. Because the laser also seals the blood vessels as it works to dissolve the fat into liquid form, SmartLipo is associated with less swelling, less bleeding and less bruising in patients. Because only a local anesthetic is used, the patient also has a much lower risk of complications associated with the use of general anesthesia. SmartLipo is a safe and efficient liposuction method, usually more affordable than traditional liposuction. Because the laser is very precise, it is often used in areas of the body not easily targeted by other liposuction methods. SmartLipo can create smooth looking greatly diminished chins, backs, buttocks and necks in just about an hour per body area targeted. The recovery period is quite minimal, and in just one or two days, most patients will be back at work looking better than ever.

If you are looking for a relatively simple body contouring procedure, SmartLipo may be just the surgery for you. Your physician will be able to guide you as you decide what areas of your body need attention. This skilled surgeon will be able to remove the fat and re-shape your body, resulting in a thinner, firmer, more natural you. If you have questions about SmartLipo or weight loss surgery in general, Dr. Rassoli of the Center for Beautiful Bodies is available for private consultations and also offers frequent ‘Lunch & Learn’ sessions at his Houston location. Contact him today to have all your questions answered!